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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Solid and flat shapes match up
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Plan: Solid and Flat Shapes Match Up

Subject: Mathematics

Topic: Solid and Flat Shapes Match Up

Duration: 30 Minutes

Grade Level: Reception / Kindergarten

Objectives

• Students will identify and differentiate between solid shapes (3D) and flat shapes (2D).
• Students will match shapes with their correct names.
• Students will engage in hands-on activities to reinforce learning.

Materials Needed

• Various solid shapes (e.g., cube, sphere, cone, cylinder)
• Various flat shapes (e.g., square, circle, triangle, rectangle)
• Shape sorting mats or worksheets
• Blank paper and crayons/markers
• Shape flashcards

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Engage the Students: Begin with a large picture book or a short video that visually demonstrates solid and flat shapes in everyday life.
2. Questioning: Ask students if they can name any shapes they see around them. Write down student responses on a whiteboard.

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

1. Introduce Shapes:
   • Show students examples of solid shapes and flat shapes one at a time.
   • Explain the differences:
     • Solid Shapes: Have length, width, and height (3D). Examples include cubes and spheres.
     • Flat Shapes: Have length and width (2D). Examples include squares and circles.
2. Shape Matching:
   • Use flashcards to display the names of solid and flat shapes.
   • Students will take turns matching the flashcards to their respective shapes in front of the class.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

1. Shape Sorting Activity:
   • Create small groups and provide them with a mix of solid and flat shapes.
   • Ask groups to sort the shapes into two categories: solid and flat.
   • Circulate among the groups to facilitate and ask guiding questions.

Independent Practice (5 minutes)

1. Worksheet Activity:
   • Hand out the shape sorting worksheets that require students to draw a line connecting solid shapes to solid shape names and flat shapes to flat shape names.
   • Allow students to work individually while you provide support as needed.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Review:
   • Bring students back together and review the main concepts of solid and flat shapes.
   • Ask students to share what they have learned and to describe one shape they like the most.

Homework

Tasks:

• Draw one solid shape and one flat shape at home.
• Label each shape with its name.
• Bring the drawings to the next class.

Correct Answers:

• For solid shapes, correct examples include: Cube, Sphere, Cone, Cylinder.
• For flat shapes, correct examples include: Square, Circle, Triangle, Rectangle.

Assessment

• Observe students during activities for understanding.
• Review the worksheets to check for accurate matching.
• Evaluate the homework for correct identification and labeling of shapes.

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This lesson plan will help students in Reception or Kindergarten develop an understanding of solid and flat shapes while encouraging participation and hands-on learning.