2) Shapes

Syllabus Content

• Identifying, naming, describing and classifying the 2Dshapes (circle, triangle, square, rectangle, half circle and quarter)

• Forming different 2D figures with rectangle, square, triangle, circle, half circle and quarter circle

• Identifying the 2D shapes that make up a given figure

• Copying Figures on square grid

• Copying Figures on square dot grid

Learning Experiences

LE 1(a)

Recognise, name and describe the 4 basic shapes (Rectangle, square, circle and triangle) from real objects and pictures.

LE 1(b)

Trace the outline of 2D shapes in different sizes and orientations.

LE 1(c)

Identify and describe 2D shapes in different sizes and orientations.

LE 1(d)

Form a 2D basic shapes from cut-outs pieces of the shape.

LE 1(f)

Recognise and describe the differences/similarities between two 2D shapes according to attributes such as sides, vertices, sizes and colours.

LE 1(e)

Work in groups to sort 2D shapes in different ways and explain.

LE 1(g)

Relate half circle and quarter circle to circle.

Intuitive Teaching of Shapes (for teachers)