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Math Worksheets 4 Kids
Sorting 2-D and 3-D Shapes
Challenge mathematicians to examine and sort a variety of 2-D and 3-D figures with a 10-problem solid shapes worksheet.
Curated OER
Guess My Shape
Learners play a game with shapes. They work in groups to identify the names and characteristics of various shapes. They give each other clues to see if others can identify the shape being described. This is a great hands on activity.
K-5 Math Teaching Resources
Math Center Labels
From counters and calculators to pattern blocks and Unifix cubes, this collection of printable labels has exactly what you need to bring some organization to your elementary math class.
Curated OER
Recognizing 3-D Shapes, Part 2
Take your math lesson to another dimension with this lesson about 3-D shapes! First graders label cones, cylinders, pyramids, spheres, cubes, and prisms, and then count the number of each shape in a collective picture. A great way to...
Curated OER
Techno-shapes
Explore the concept of shapes by using tools in Kid Pix Deluxe 4 computer program. This techno-shapes lesson has pupils watching a video about shapes, and using the Kid Deluxe 4 computer program to draw shapes. They get to...
Curated OER
Ocean Exploration: Shapes and Patterns Under the Sea
So many shapes in our vast oceans. Young explorers can discover new shapes in a variety of ways in this lesson. One way is having free exploration with a pattern shape kit handed out by the teacher. Another is by viewing a...
Freecloud Design
Mathmateer
Three, two, one...liftoff! Elevate math skills to new heights while having a blast. A great resource that combines entertainment and education for children of all ages.
Getting to Know
Shape and Form in Art
Introduce youngsters to the important role shape and form play in art with this extensive collection of activities and projects. From teaching first graders how to create mandalas to engaging third and fourth graders in the design...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Twisted Tangrams
Primary geometers create a picture using tangrams. In this geometry lesson plan, students read Grandfather Tang: A Tale Told with Tangrams, cut out their own tangrams, and choose a character from the story to make using their tangram...
Curated OER
Geometric Patterns
Geometric patterns illuminate this colorful and interactive PowerPoint. First, patterns must be identified. Next, students discern the missing color in a block pattern. Lastly, they observe a figure to determine how many blocks are used....
Curated OER
Creating Musical Notation
In this creative music activity from Scientific American, students learn about musical notation and then design their own notations. Great web resource links are alsp provided
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Dojo: Shape & Space: 3 D Shapes and Symmetry
Meet Morisu in the dojo. Help him with symmetrical objects and shapes!
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: World of Fish: 3 D Space & Size
Discover the characteristics of 3D shapes in this fantasy world of fish.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Shapes Into Sculptures
In this lesson, students will identify 2- and 3-dimensional shapes as well as create shape drawings and sculptures. Teacher materials are available.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Great Barrier Reef: Shapes: 3 D Objects & Position
Join Mel and Alba and find out more about 3D shapes and the position of objects.
Teachnology
Teachnology: Math Shapes Teaching Theme
Shapes Theme provides an excellent collection of free sample worksheets, teacher resources, lesson plans and interactive media for the elementary grades.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Shape Mobile
In this lesson, students will create a shape mobile of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional shapes made from geometric shapes.
Other
Kindergarten Works: 10 Activities for Describing 3 D Shapes in Kindergarten
Describing 3D shapes in Pre-K and Kindergarten is now an expectation as it is a key geometry standard. This resource contains 3D shapes activities and resources for practicing this standard. Included are chants, videos, games, poetry,...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Penguins: 3 D Objects & Position
Percy the Penguin needs to clean up his 3D shaped toys. Can you help him?
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Soccer Stadium: Shape & Length: 3 D Shapes and Distance
Explore distance and geometric shapes while joining Ivan in his soccer practice!
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Peg + Cat: Online Math Games: Collection
This is a Peg + Cat collection of 16 online math games. These include counting, numbers, 2D and 3D shapes, patterns, location, maps, and more.
Other
Nearpod: Three Dimensional Shapes
In this lesson, students will learn to identify three-dimensional shapes by name and distinguish between two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: School Bus: 3 D Objects
Let Peter the Bus driver help you learn about 3D objects.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Living in the Mill: 3 D Objects
On this interactive website student practice various math skills using a real life scenario at an ice cream party. Those skills include naming and identifying spheres, cones and cylinders.