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What topic	Geometry
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Lesson Plan: Introduction to Geometry

Subject: Mathematics

Topic: Geometry

Grade: 3

Duration: 30 minutes

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Objectives

• Students will be able to identify basic geometric shapes: triangle, square, rectangle, and circle.
• Students will understand and demonstrate the properties of these shapes.
• Students will engage in practical activities to enhance their understanding of the topic.

Materials Needed

• Chart paper with pictures of shapes
• Colored pencils and markers
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Glue
• Shape flashcards
• Worksheets for practice

Standards

• CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.G.A.1: Understand that shapes in different categories can share attributes (e.g., all rectangles are quadrilaterals, but not all quadrilaterals are rectangles).
• CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.G.A.2: Partition shapes into parts with equal areas.

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Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by gathering students in a circle. Display the chart paper with pictures of the different geometric shapes. Ask students if they can name some shapes they see around them. Write their responses on the board.

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

1. Introduction to Shapes:
   Discuss the following shapes while showing the corresponding pictures:

   • Triangle: Has 3 sides and 3 angles.
   • Square: Has 4 equal sides and 4 right angles.
   • Rectangle: Has 4 sides with opposite sides equal and 4 right angles.
   • Circle: A round shape with no corners or edges.

2. Properties:
   Discuss the properties of the shapes. For example, triangles can be classified based on their angles (acute, obtuse, right), while squares and rectangles can be differentiated by the lengths of their sides.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

1. Shape Sorting Activity:
   Provide students with various flashcards depicting different geometric shapes.
   • Have students work in pairs to sort the shapes into categories based on the properties discussed.
   • Circulate and guide students as needed, encouraging them to explain their reasoning for sorting the shapes.

Independent Practice (5 minutes)

Hand out a worksheet featuring various shapes. Students will be required to:

• Match shapes with their names
• Draw one example of each shape
• Color the shapes

Conclusion (5 minutes)

Gather students back into a circle. Ask the following questions to assess understanding:

• What is the difference between a square and a rectangle?
• Can all triangles have the same angles?
• Where do we see these shapes in our daily lives?

Assessment

Evaluate students’ participation during the guided practice and their completed worksheets for understanding the concepts taught in the lesson.

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Differentiation Strategies

• Provide additional support to students who may struggle in identifying shapes by working with them one-on-one.
• Challenge advanced students by introducing more complex shapes (e.g., trapezoid, hexagon) or asking them to create their own shapes using the provided materials.

Closing

Remind students about the shapes learned today and encourage them to look for these shapes in the world around them. Consider assigning a homework task where students find and photograph objects at home that match the geometric shapes discussed.

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End of Lesson Plan.