Two and Three- Dimensional Figures
Big Ideas
Patterns exhibit relationships that can be extended, described, and generalized.
Geometric relationships can be described, analyzed, and classified based on spatial reasoning and/or visualization.
Essential Questions
How can patterns be used to describe relationships in mathematical situations?
How can recognizing repetition or regularity assist in solving problems more efficiently?
How can the application of the attributes of geometric shapes support mathematical reasoning and problem solving?
How can geometric properties and theorems be used to describe, model, and analyze situations?
Here's a great activity that showcases 3D shape puzzles!
Everyone loves Play-Doh! This is a great activity for creating shapes. This article provides some shape cards that can be printed, however you could also create your own or have your students create the cards!
Marshmallows, Toothpicks and let the building begin! Click on the image and you will be linked to a great activity from moneysavingmom.com that helps with building 3D shapes!
Malia from playdoughplato.com has a fun 2D shape activity on her website. Click on the image and check it out. Happy Building!
Here is a fun video that puts shapes and their attributes to music! Check it out I think your students will love it!
Click on the images below and you'll be linked to some great picture books on Shapes!
