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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	2d shape
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 2
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: 2D Shapes

Subject

Mathematics

Topic

2D Shapes

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 2

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Mathematics, focusing on shape recognition, properties of 2D shapes, and basic geometric vocabulary.

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify and name common 2D shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle).
• Students will describe the properties of these shapes, such as the number of sides and corners.
• Students will demonstrate their understanding of 2D shapes through a group activity and individual homework.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed worksheets featuring various 2D shapes
• Sticky notes or small cards to label shapes
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Glue
• Examples of real-world objects that resemble 2D shapes (e.g., a clock for a circle, a book for a rectangle)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 min	Introduce the topic of 2D shapes. Ask students if they can name any shapes. Show real-world examples. Involve students by linking shapes to everyday items.
2	Shape Identification	10 min	Explain common 2D shapes and their properties. Use the whiteboard to draw shapes and label their sides and corners.
3	Group Activity	10 min	Divide students into pairs. Give them printed worksheets containing outlines of 2D shapes. Ask them to cut out and match shapes with corresponding names.
4	Review	3 min	Regroup and discuss the shapes they matched. Walk around to assess understanding and clarify any misconceptions.
5	Homework Assignment	2 min	Assign each student to find and draw one real-world example of a 2D shape at home. Explain that they should write down the name of the shape and detail its properties.

Homework

Students will complete a drawing of a real-world example of a 2D shape. They should label the shape and write down its properties (number of sides and corners). Homework will be collected in the next class without requiring students to present it.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to incorporate diverse learning strategies to accommodate all students.
• Use visual aids to support shape recognition.
• Provide additional support for students who may find it challenging.

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