Mathematics·Geometry·conceptual
2-D faces on 3-D shapes
Identify 2-D shapes on the surface of 3-D shapes (e.g. a circle on a cylinder, a triangle on a pyramid)
Suggested ages 6–7
Learning journey
Your child is discovering the world of shapes — identifying properties of 2D and 3D shapes, learning how to combine shapes to make new ones, and describing positions and movements using mathematical language.
Evidence of understanding
- Point out a circular face on a cylinder or cone
- Identify triangular faces on a pyramid
- Recognise that the faces of 3-D shapes are 2-D shapes
Assessment prompt
Can 2-D faces on 3-D shapes look at a 3-D shape and name the 2-D shapes on its faces — for example, saying a cylinder has circles on the ends and a rectangle wrapped round the side?
Standards alignment
Maths/Y2/GPS/3GB · uk-nc-2013
Identify 2-D shapes on 3-D shapes
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1