2D and 3D Shapes
Boost shape recognition, geometry vocabulary and early maths skills with these 2D and 3D shapes activities worksheets - includes:
Match the 2D shape to its name
Name the 2D shape
Cut out and match
Colour the shapes
How many shapes?
Properties of 2D shapes - names, sides and vertices
Abstract 2D shape colouring
Match the 3D shape to its name
Name the 3D shape
Properties of 3D shapes - vertices, edges, faces and surfaces
Ten printable worksheets to support shape learning, in KS1 and KS2.
Perfect for
Classroom lessons
Home learning
Revision and assessment
Early geometry skills
Shape recognition and vocabulary building
2D Shape Display Pack
An eye-catching set of posters about 2D shapes & their properties to display in the classroom.
2D shape posters with properties
I've been searching everywhere for a set of regular 2D shapes with their properties also listed. I couldn't find them anywhere so have created some simple posters. I thought someone else might find these useful!
2-D Shapes - Year 3
2-D Shapes - Year 3
In this teaching resource pupils practise recognising and drawing regular and irregular polygons as per the statutory requirements of the year 3 maths programme of study (Geometry - properties of shapes). Content includes:
2-D shape explanation
Regular and irregular polygon explanation
Quadrilaterals and triangles explanation
Activities to support the teaching of this objective and 3 accompanying worksheets
1 further worksheet with answers
‘2-D Shapes - Year 3’ is editable allowing teachers to adapt the resource to meet the needs of each class they teach.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Click below for similar Year 3 Geomaetry resources:
3-D Shapes - Year 3
Angles - Year 3
Lines - Year 3
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Year 1 Properties of Shape Bundle
Year 1 Properties of Shape Bundle
This year 1 maths teaching bundle contains the following 5 PowerPoint presentations and activities with accompanying worksheets:
3D Shapes - Year 1
Sorting 3D Shapes - Year 1
2D Shapes - Year 1
Sorting 2D Shapes - Year 1
2D ans 3D Shape Patterns - Year 1
Each of these maths teaching resources has been designed to help deliver lessons covering the curriculum objectives of the year 1 maths programme of study Geometry (properties of shape) and support the White Rose small steps guidance for week 9 - Autumn - Block 3 - Shape.
For a full description and preview of each resource please click on the images below.
This bundle gives you a saving of 42% when compared to buying each resource individually.
2D shapes properties
Challenge 1- read the properties and write down what shape has been described using the word bank to support (triangle, square, rectangle and circle).
Challenge 2- read the properties and match this to the correct shape (triangle, square, rectangle, circle, hexagon, pentagon and semi-circle).
Reasoning and problem solving activity has also been included.
2D Shapes and their Properties Powerpoint
This powerpoint covers all common 2D shapes, properties and related vocabulary.
This is a useful tool to use when revising 2D shapes and introducing the correct terminology to use when describing/identifying shapes.
This can also be used to introduce further 2D shapes following pupils previous learning in past years.
Properties of 2D Shapes
This powerpoint is split into two lessons.
Lesson 1 - focuses on the properties of quadrilaterals.
Lesson 2 - focuses on regular and irregular pentagons and hexagons
2D Shapes - Year 1
2D Shapes - Year 1
In this maths teaching resource, pupils recognise and name 2D shapes (circles, squares, rectangles and triangles). They recognise 2D shapes on the surface of 3D shapes and see how the same 2D shape can look different in different orientations. This Year 1 maths teaching resource has been created following the White Rose Small Steps guidance for year 1 - Autumn - Block 3 - Shape. The resource consists of 1 lesson, including a PowerPoint presentation and worksheets, to guide your class through the curriculum objectives of the Year 1 maths programme of study (Geometry - properties of shapes). The worksheets contain varied fluency, reasoning and problem solving to reinforce and consolidate the children’s learning.
Content includes:
Varied fluency and reasoning and problem solving interactive class activities with 4 accompanying worksheets in colour and black and white
1 further varied fluency and reasoning and problem solving worksheet with answers
‘2D Shapes - Year 1’ is completely editable giving teachers the freedom to adapt the resource to suit their individual teaching needs.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Click below to see similar Year 1 geometry resources:
2D and 3D Shape Patterns - Year 1
Sorting 2D Shapes - Year 1
Sorting 3D Shapes - Year 1
3D Shapes - Year 1
Year 1 Properties of Shape Bundle
2D and 3D Shape Bingo Cards
Set of bingo cards of basic 2d and 3d shapes. Enough cards for whole class if working in pairs. Squares have been made the same size as square post it notes so that children can stick post its over the shapes and the teacher can easily lift the flap and see if they are right. Alternatively, if laminated, children can mark of with whiteboard pens. I use real shapes in a bag which I pull out, then children mark off the ones they have.
Properties: 2D: Shapes
2D Shapes Matching Activity
Differentiated matching activity - 18 2D. shapes to match.
Suitable for match up, memory game or articulate.
3 tiers of difficulty:
RED: circle, square, rectangle, 4 types of triangles.
AMBER: pentagon, hexagon, parallelogram, trapezium, rhombus, kite.
GREEN: sector, heptagon, octagon, nonagon.
Properties of 2D shapes
This resource is extremely informative. It includes the names of polygons in a table format, as well as defining and giving examples of perpendicular and parallel lines. The different angle types are given, also with visual examples.
On the second page, lines of symmetry and rotational symmetry are defined, again with examples.
This resource successfully supports children, allowing them to be independent learners. This resource would be useful within lessons where shapes are compared such as with the use of Carroll and Venn diagrams.
This is a two-page Microsoft Word document.
2d shape properties
Differentiated worksheet - colour properties of shapes and identify basic properties in a chart format. Up to octagon
Identify 2d shapes and their properties
Maths PPT on the topic of 2d shapes for 7-8 year-olds.
Learning Objectives: Identify and name 2d shapes and their properties, recognise polygons
Cambridge Stage 4
22 slides
Good for introducing a new topic and whole class modelling.
2D Shape STEM Challenge Cards
Spark creativity and critical thinking with this Pack of 2D Shape STEM Challenge Cards! These hands-on activity cards invite students to build a variety of 2D shapes using balls, sticks, or other creative materials. With accompanying recording sheets, students reflect on their designs, identify key attributes, and strengthen their understanding of shapes.
Perfect for STEM centers, small group work, or independent exploration, this resource combines geometry with problem-solving in a fun, interactive way.
Shapes included – square, triangle, rhombus, rectangle, trapezoid, pentagon, hexagon, octagon, kite, trapezium and parallelogram.
What’s Included -
2D Shape STEM Challenge Cards (2 different types of cards): Each card features a specific shape (e.g., triangle, square, hexagon) for students to construct with tactile materials.
2D Shape STEM Slides: Suitable for classroom display on your electronic whiteboard (PowerPoint + Google Slides versions)
Recording Sheets: Students document their creations, noting shape attributes like sides and vertices.
Poster prompts: Two different larger format posters to prompt your students.
Print Ready + Editable Versions: Choose from a ready to print PDF or choose your own language or fonts and edit in PowerPoint or Google Slides.
Key Features -
Hands-On STEM Learning: Encourages students to explore geometry through building and problem-solving.
**Reinforces Shape Recognition: **Helps students internalize 2D shape properties by constructing and recording them.
Develops Fine Motor Skills: Manipulating small parts like toothpicks and playdough enhances hand-eye coordination.
Versatile Use: Perfect for STEM centers, math lessons, small group challenges, or early finisher activities.
This 2D Shape STEM Challenge Pack helps students connect math concepts to real-world problem-solving, making geometry engaging and meaningful.
Why You’ll Love It -
Encourages Creativity and Collaboration: Students can work independently or in pairs to complete the challenges.
Supports Multiple Learning Styles: Combines hands-on activities with visual and written components.
**Teacher-Friendly: **Easy to prep and perfect for reuse—just print and go!
Make geometry exciting with these 2D Shape STEM Challenge Cards!
File type –
Ready to print PDF + editable PowerPoint and Google Slides versions
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Properties of 2D and 3D shapes
I made this for my class in order for them to understand the properties of 2D & 3D shapes. Understanding what the properties mean enabled them to give accurate description of the shapes.
Properties of 2D shapes
2 activities to use the vocabulary of properties of 2D shapes, may be useful as a class starter or plenary - or as a paired activity. Revision for KS2 SATs.
2D Shapes & Their Properties
3 resources!
RESOURCE 1: A simple table to record:
Name of 2D shape
Number of sides
Number of corners
Pairs of parallel sides
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RESOURCE 2: A 2D worksheet:
Draw and label a selection of 2D shapes
Write down the number of corners and sides each shape has
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RESOURCE 3: Squared paper:
Ideal for drawing shapes
A4 size
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All resources are fully editable




