Illustrative Mathematics
Shape Hunt Part 1
The hunt is on! Send young mathematicians on a search for shapes in the first lesson of this two-part series. Each time a child finds a hidden shape, he draws it on his paper, and continues searching for the rest. Perform this activity...
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Quick Recognizing Shapes Guide
Although there isn't anything for kids to complete in this shapes handout, they can use it as a guide for drawing shapes and recognizing their attributes. There are eight shapes described here: circle, oval, triangle, rectangle, square,...
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Recognizing Geometric Shapes
Comparing shapes can be integral to shape recognition- use this multiple-choice worksheet to help scholars know which is which...and which is not! In 4 questions, learners observe multiple figures and identify the quadrilateral,...
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Star Shapes
In this recognizing star shapes worksheet, students examine 6 different pictures and draw an x on things that are star shaped.
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Squares
For this shape recognition worksheet, students explore a square. Students trace the shape of the square and trace the letters that spell the word square.
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Heart Shapes
In this recognizing heart shapes worksheet, students examine 6 different pictures and draw an x on things in each picture that are heart shaped.
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Triangle Shapes
In this recognizing triangle shapes instructional activity, students examine 6 different pictures and draw an x on the things in each picture that are triangle shapes.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Cutting Corners
Students will use their knowledge of plane figure attributes to create and view shapes by cutting and rotating shapes to stimulate discussions on names and attributes of various shapes they do not regularly encounter.
Other
Kinderweb: Educational Children's Games
Use this site to practice identifying shapes, colors, and animals with these interactive games.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Name Shapes 4
Practice identifying quadrilaterals, pentagons, hexagons, and octagons. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video tutorial, or receive hints.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Lesson: Mr. Z's 5 Minute Game of Geometric Pandemonium
Students make a series of geometric drawings of points, obtuse angles, rays, polygons, and the like. Each child is given one but not allowed to show anyone else. The drawing is then taped to the back of the child in front of them. The...
Other
Bright Productions Web Designs: Shape Game
You will enjoy this shape game. It tells you the name of a shape and all you have to do is click on the correct shape. If you get confused you can have another try.
Quia
Quia: Geometric Terms Concentration
Do you need practice remembering or learning different geometry vocabulary words and definitions? This concentration game is the web site for you! There is a link to a list of terms with definitions you can click if you want to see if...
Quia
Quia: Geometric Terms Word Search
Do you need practice remembering or learning different geometry vocabulary words and definitions? This word search is the web site for you! There is a link to a list of terms with definitions you can click if you want to see if you are...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Where Are They?
Test your logic, polygon properties, and pattern recognition skills working on this challenge. Solution included.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Activity: Sorting Shapes
Test your knowledge of different shapes when you complete these activities.