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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 4
What topic	2D shapes
Quantity	1
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Introduction

Welcome young mathematicians! Today, we will embark on a journey to explore and master the world of 2D shapes!

Engaging Activity

But first, let's start with a fun activity that will get our brains warmed up and ready for the lesson ahead. Close your eyes and imagine a world made entirely out of 2D shapes. Picture the houses, the streets, the trees, and the sky. What do you see? Now, let's draw our own version of this 2D world in our notebooks.

Learning Objective

As we begin learning more about 2D shapes, we will be able to identify and name various 2D shapes such as circles, squares, rectangles, and triangles. We will be able to differentiate between them and understand their unique properties.

Guiding Questions

• What do we know about 2D shapes?
• What are the different types of 2D shapes that exist?
• How can we differentiate between 2D shapes?

Recap Activity

We will end our lesson with a recap activity where each student will come forward with a drawing of a 2D shape they have mastered. We will discuss their properties and have a fun discussion on how we can use these shapes in our daily lives.

Let's shape our brains together with 2D shapes and get ready for a fun-filled lesson!