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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Shapes
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Shapes

Objectives

• To recognize and name basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle).
• To understand the characteristics of each shape.
• To identify shapes in the environment.
• To enhance fine motor skills through shape-related activities.

Materials

• Shape flashcards
• Shape sorting toys
• Paper and crayons
• A large chart with different shapes
• Shape scavenger hunt checklist

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten (Ages 4-5)

Subject

Mathematics

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Reference

This lesson aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework under Mathematics: Shape, Space and Measures.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Shapes	5	Begin with a discussion introducing shapes. Use flashcards to show each shape and its name.
2	Group Activity	10	Sort shape toys into corresponding groups. Encourage students to identify and name each shape.
3	Shape Characteristics	5	Discuss the characteristics of each shape (e.g., number of sides). Use the large chart to highlight.
4	Shape Scavenger Hunt	5	Organize a scavenger hunt within the classroom. Students find and list objects that match each shape on their checklist.
5	Art Activity	5	Students use paper and crayons to draw their favourite shape and an object that has that shape.
6	Review and Wrap-Up	5	Review the shapes learned in the lesson. Ask students to share their drawings in pairs without presenting to the whole class.

Homework

• Students will complete a worksheet on shapes at home, identifying shapes in their environment. Encourage parents to help but not do it for them. Worksheets will be collected the next day and checked by the teacher without presentations in front of the class.

Assessment

• Observe student participation during group activities and the scavenger hunt.
• Review completed homework for understanding of shapes.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that the classroom is set up with enough space for movement during activities.
• Consider using music or songs related to shapes to engage students further during the lesson.

Lesson script