Shape Hunt Worksheet – Widgit Symbols (Identify & Find Shapes)

This Shape Hunt worksheet uses Widgit symbols to support pupils in identifying and finding common 2D shapes in their environment. Children look at each shape, read or recognise the shape name, and then hunt for matching shapes around the classroom or school.

The visual support makes this activity highly accessible and ideal for early learners and SEND pupils.

Includes:

1 printable Shape Hunt worksheet

Widgit symbols for each shape

Shape names clearly labelled

Simple, child-friendly layout

Shapes included may include:

Circle

Square

Triangle

Rectangle

(Editable or adaptable if needed)

Learning focus:

Recognising and naming 2D shapes

Matching shapes to real-world objects

Visual discrimination

Observation skills

Communication and engagement

Ideal for:

EYFS

KS1

SEND (SLD, PMLD, ASD)

Maths interventions

Outdoor or classroom shape hunts

How to use:

Introduce each shape using the Widgit symbols

Go on a shape hunt around the classroom or outdoors

Tick, colour, or mark when shapes are found

Simply print and go – perfect for active, hands-on learning.