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2D Shape Maths Investigation - My Crazy Cubby House!

In 2D Shapes Mathematics Investigations Maths Shape

PDF | 5 pages|Grades: 1 - 2 | Starter Sheet

A mathematics investigation involving 2D shape, embedded in a real-world context.

This open-ended mathematics investigation has been designed to deepen students’ understanding of 2D shapes.

In this investigation, the students have been asked to design a crazy cubby house to be built in their backyard. They must draw a design on grid paper using a variety of 2D shapes (squares, rectangles, triangles and circles) then colour their design according to the 2D shapes they have used.

This teaching resource includes:

teacher notes, detailing a range of important information about the investigation
a detailed description of the investigation for students, including step-by-step instructions
a planning worksheet
grid paper
reflection questions.

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NSW Curriculum alignment

MA1-14MG
Three-Dimensional Space - sorts, describes, represents and recognises familiar three-dimensional objects, including cones, cubes, cylinders, spheres and prisms
In Mathematics Stage 1 Measurement and Geometry
MA1-15MG
Two-Dimensional Space - manipulates, sorts, represents, describes and explores two-dimensional shapes, including quadrilaterals, pentagons, hexagons and octagons
In Mathematics Stage 1 Measurement and Geometry
MA2-15MG
Two-Dimensional Space - manipulates, identifies and sketches two-dimensional shapes, including special quadrilaterals, and describes their features
In Mathematics Stage 2 Measurement and Geometry

Victorian Curriculum alignment

VCMMG098
Recognise and classify familiar two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional objects using obvious features
In Mathematics Level 1 Measurement and Geometry
VCMMG120
Describe and draw two-dimensional shapes, with and without digital technologies
In Mathematics Level 2 Measurement and Geometry

Australian Curriculum alignment

ACMMG022
Recognise and classify familiar two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional objects using obvious features
In Mathematics Year 1 Measurement and Geometry Shape
ACMMG042
Describe and draw two-dimensional shapes, with and without digital technologies
In Mathematics Year 2 Measurement and Geometry Shape

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My grade 1 class loved this activity! It kept them engaged for their whole maths lesson. Highly recommend!

Emma · Dec 3rd, 2019

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