Lesson Plan Title:
Grade R Mathematics Lesson Plan: Recognising 2D Shapes
Materials Needed:
– Large cut-outs of 2D shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
– Shape flashcards
– Shapes worksheet with colouring activities
– Glue sticks
– Coloured pencils
– A4 Paper
– Interactive whiteboard or chart paper
– Shape song (digital audio or video)
Learning Objectives:
– Students will be able to identify and name common 2D shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle).
– Students will describe the attributes of these shapes, such as the number of sides.
– Students will recognise these shapes in their surrounding environment.
Vocabulary:
1. Circle – A round shape that has no corners or edges.
2. Square – A shape with four equal sides and four corners.
3. Triangle – A shape with three sides and three corners.
4. Rectangle – A shape with four sides where opposite sides are equal.
5. Shape – The form of an object, which can be 2D (flat).
Previous Learning:
Students have explored identifying and naming colours and some basic objects in their environment. They have engaged in activities that involve sorting objects by size and colour.
Anticipated Challenges and Solutions:
– Some students may struggle to remember the names of the shapes – using shape songs and repeated exposure can help reinforce memory.
– Students may get confused between shapes with similar attributes such as squares and rectangles – Use side-by-side comparisons and reinforce counting sides.
Beginning Activities (4 minutes):
1. Introduction and Objective Presentation (2 minutes):
– Greet students and explain the lesson’s objectives. E.g., “Today, we are going to learn about different shapes! We will look at circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.”
- Shape Song (2 minutes):
- Play an engaging and interactive shape song to introduce the shapes in a fun way.
Middle Activities (32 minutes):
1. Direct Instruction (8 minutes):
– Show large cut-outs of each 2D shape.
– Describe each shape’s attributes, such as the number of sides and corners.
– Use the interactive whiteboard or chart paper to draw each shape and label them.
- Guided Practice (10 minutes):
- Hand out shape flashcards to students. Call out a shape and ask students to hold up the corresponding flashcard.
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Facilitate a “shape hunt” around the classroom where children find objects that match the given shape.
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Independent Practice (14 minutes):
- Provide students with the shapes worksheet. Ask them to colour each shape using different colours.
- Help students glue cut-out shapes onto A4 paper to create a simple shape collage. Encourage them to name and describe each shape as they work.
End Activities (4 minutes):
1. Shape Summary and Exit Ticket Activity (4 minutes):
– Gather students on the carpet.
– Summarise what they have learnt about each shape.
– Use an exit ticket activity: Give each student a small shape cut-out and ask them to name it before they leave for their next activity or playtime.
Assessment and Checks for Understanding:
– Informal observation during activities and guided practice.
– Review of worksheets and shape collages to ensure correct identification and colouring of shapes.
– Exit ticket activity will confirm understanding and retention of shape names.
Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Learners:
– Scaffolding: Use multi-sensory approach e.g., tactile tracing of shapes on sandpaper.
– Support: Pair students with peers for collaborative learning.
– Extension: Ask advanced learners to create more complex patterns or designs using the 2D shapes.
Teaching Notes:
– Emphasise the connection between shapes and objects in students’ daily lives.
– Reiterate definitions and attributes through repetition.
– Ensure the classroom is accessible for all students.
– Integrate movement in the lesson to cater to kinesthetic learners (shape hunt activity).
Accessibility Considerations:
– Provide large, clearly drawn shapes for visually impaired students.
– Use verbal instructions and touch-based activities for diverse learning needs.