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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	3D Shapes
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

3D Shapes

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten (Ages 5-6)

Subject

Mathematics

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify and name common 3D shapes (sphere, cube, cylinder, cone).
• Students will be able to differentiate between 2D and 3D shapes.
• Students will develop spatial awareness by recognizing shapes in their environment.

Materials

• 3D shape models (sphere, cube, cylinder, cone)
• Picture cards of objects that represent different 3D shapes
• Whiteboard and markers
• Shape sorting activity mats
• Glue sticks and construction paper for an art project
• Homework worksheet on 3D shapes

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Early Mathematics standards in the U.S. by focusing on shape recognition and spatial reasoning.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to 3D Shapes	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the lesson and ask students if they can name any 3D shapes they know. Show models of each shape.
2	Shape Exploration	10 minutes	Use touch and feel with shape models. Discuss the characteristics of each shape (faces, edges, vertices).
3	Shape Identification Game	5 minutes	Play a quick game where students sort picture cards to match real-world objects with their corresponding 3D shapes.
4	Creation Activity	8 minutes	Provide construction paper and glue sticks. Have students create their own 3D shape using the materials.
5	Homework Explanation	2 minutes	Explain the homework assignment on 3D shapes, ensuring that it is distributed and understood.

Homework

• Students will complete a worksheet identifying and coloring different 3D shapes. The completed homework will be collected, and feedback will be provided individually without requiring students to present in front of the class.

Assessment

• Informal observation during the shape exploration and identification game.
• Review homework sheets to assess understanding of 3D shapes.

Reflection

• At the end of the lesson, encourage students to share one new thing they learned about 3D shapes during the lesson.

This lesson plan aims to provide a comprehensive and engaging introduction to 3D shapes, tailored for young learners in a structured yet fun manner.

Lesson script