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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Shape
What length (min)	30
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Shapes

Objectives

• Identify and name basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
• Match shapes to everyday objects
• Foster spatial awareness and descriptions of shapes
• Encourage teamwork and collaboration through group activities

Materials

• Shape flashcards (illustrating different shapes)
• Everyday objects to represent each shape (e.g., balls for circles, blocks for squares)
• Large drawing paper and crayons
• Shape sorting mats
• Interactive whiteboard or flip chart
• Shape puzzles
• Stickers for rewards

Grade/Age Group

Preschool / Nursery (Ages 3-5)

Subject

Mathematics

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with early childhood mathematics standards, which emphasize shape recognition, spatial reasoning, and the ability to make connections between geometric shapes and real-world objects.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Shapes	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of shapes. Show flashcards and name each shape. Engage the students by asking them to repeat the names.
2	Shape Identification	5 minutes	Show everyday objects and ask students which shape they correspond to. Hold up the flashcards again for visual reinforcement.
3	Group Activity - Shape Sort	10 minutes	Split students into small groups. Provide each group a shape sorting mat and various shapes or objects to categorize. Facilitate and guide discussions within groups.
4	Drawing Shapes	5 minutes	Distribute large drawing paper and crayons. Instruct students to draw their favorite shapes, providing prompts as needed. Encourage them to describe their shape as they draw.
5	Review and Wrap-Up	5 minutes	Reinforce what was learned by reviewing shapes using flashcards. Award stickers for participation. Explain the importance of shapes in the world around them.

Homework Assignment

• Ask students to find three objects at home that correspond to the shapes learned (circle, square, triangle, rectangle) and bring back a drawing or a picture of each object for the next class.
• Remind students that they can share their findings in small groups but will not present individually to the class.

Assessment

• Informal assessment through observation during group activities and participation in discussions.
• Evaluate the drawings for understanding of shape concepts during the next class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to maintain an engaging and interactive environment to cater to the attention spans of preschool students.
• Adapt activities as necessary for students with differing needs to ensure inclusivity.

Lesson script