Mathematics·Geometry·conceptual
2-D shapes
Recognise and name common 2-D shapes (circles, triangles, rectangles including squares)
Suggested ages 4–6
Evidence of understanding
- Name a triangle, circle, rectangle, and square when shown them
- Identify a shape correctly regardless of its size or orientation
- Pick out all the triangles from a mixed set of shapes
Assessment prompt
Can 2-D shapes point to shapes around the house — like a clock, a window, or a pizza — and correctly name whether each is a circle, triangle, rectangle, or square?
Standards alignment
K.G.2US · ccss-math
Name Shapes Correctly
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · K
Maths/Y1/GPS/1GB · uk-nc-2013
Recognise and name 2-D shapes
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1