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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 1
What topic	2 D shapes in side shapes ( folding paper to make all shapes in one
Quantity	1
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Mathematics Lesson: Exploring 2D Shapes

Introduction

Welcome, Little Mathematicians!

Today, we're going to embark on an exciting journey into the world of 2D shapes! Grab your thinking caps because we’re going to fold paper and create a wonderful shape masterpiece together!

Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify and describe different 2D shapes.
• Fold paper to create your own 2D shape collage.

Materials Needed

• A piece of A4 paper (any colour)
• Crayons or markers
• A pair of safety scissors (with help from the teacher)
• A ruler (optional)
• Shape templates (optional for younger students)

Lesson Outline

1. Shape Introduction (10 minutes)

Let’s start by gathering around in a circle. I will bring some real-world objects to show you. Can you guess what shape they are?

• Circle: Look at this plate!
• Square: How about this box?
• Triangle: What do you think about this pizza slice?

After we pass around the objects, let’s name more shapes! You can help by drawing them in the air with your fingers.

2. Paper Folding Fun (15 minutes)

Now it’s time for the magic of folding! You each will receive a piece of paper. Watch closely as I demonstrate how to fold the paper to create different shapes.

Steps to Fold Your Paper:

1. For a Triangle: Fold one corner of the paper down to meet the opposite edge. Flatten it well, then unfold.
2. For a Square: You can cut your paper in half to make two squares, or just fold it in half and then cut along the fold.
3. For a Rectangle: Fold your paper in half lengthwise.

3. Create Your Collage (15 minutes)

Now that you’ve folded your shapes, it’s time to decorate! Use the crayons or markers to colour your shapes. You can make them into a fun picture! For example, you could create a house with a square base, a triangle roof, and a circle sun.

4. Share and Discuss (10 minutes)

Once you have finished your artwork, we’ll gather again to share our creations.

• Can you tell us what shapes you used?
• How did you fold the paper?
• What do you like best about your shape collage?

Conclusion

What a fantastic adventure we had today! You all did an amazing job exploring 2D shapes with paper folding. Remember, shapes are all around us in our world!

Homework

Can you find at least three objects at home that match the 2D shapes we learned today? Draw or take pictures of them to share in our next class!

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Let’s Get Crafty with Shapes! 🌟

I hope you’re excited to fold, create, and explore more shapes in our next lesson! Don’t forget to practice your shapes everywhere you go!