Exploring Shapes
Grade 3rd Grade · Math · 40 min· Ccss.math.content.3.g.a.1
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can identify and describe shapes like squares, circles, triangles, rectangles, and rhombuses.
Warm-Up Video
HarperKids · 6:35
Learn about Shapes with Pete the Cat!
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A shape with three sides is called a triangle.
- 2
A shape with four equal sides is a square, while a shape with four sides where two are one length and two are another is a rectangle.
- 3
Pete's soccer ball is a circle, Squirrel's necklace is a diamond, and the fin on Callie's surfboard is a triangle.
Practice Questions
7 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Draw a square, a circle, and a triangle. Label each shape.”
Teacher Guide
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- Answer keys for all questions
- Differentiation strategies
- Extension activities
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