Explore, recognise and compare three more 3D shapes
I can recognise, name and compare three different 3D shapes.
Explore, recognise and compare three more 3D shapes
I can recognise, name and compare three different 3D shapes.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Recognise similar shaped objects and be able to explain how they are similar.
- A cuboid is shaped like a box.
- A cube is a special cuboid that has all faces the same size.
- A pyramid always has some triangle faces and a base that might be a different shape.
Common misconception
Children might mix up words that sound alike e.g. cube and cuboid.
Allow additional practice for children to name shapes throughout the day, particularly those that are familiar within their environment.
Keywords
Similar - When one thing is like something else.
Cuboid - A 3D shape with six rectangular faces.
Cube - A 3D shape with six identical faces.
Pyramid - A 3D shape with one vertex, some triangular faces and a base that might be a different shape.
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