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Publisher
Kinder Corner
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Grade
Pre-K - K
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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Duration
15 mins
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Collaborative Learning
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Shape Cards

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Pupils show what they know about shapes with a game that matches a shape word to its figure. Shapes in focus are circle, square, triangle, heart, diamond, rectangle, oval, and a star. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

shapes, shapes matching

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Print cards on cardstock paper and laminate for continued use
  • Package all matching pieces in an envelope and allow learners to play when time permits 
  • Send game pieces home with learners in need of extra practice identifying shapes 

Classroom Considerations

  • The worksheet is the last of six in a series intended for beginning learners
  • The cards look best printed in color

Pros

  • Figures and shape words are designed with a kid-friendly font 
  • The background is an engaging Lego® print 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

L.K.6 K.G.A.2

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