Max Maths, Year 6, Work Book, Review of 3D shapes

In the 'Max Maths, Year 6, Work Book', there is an engaging section dedicated to the review of 3D shapes. Practice 4 in the workbook provides a comprehensive exercise for students to reinforce their understanding of three-dimensional geometry. The first task requires students to write down the names of various 3D shapes that are represented by illustrations of everyday objects. These objects are depicted in pairs from (a) to (f), and then from (g) to (l), across two pages, encouraging students to connect real-world items with their geometric counterparts. This activity helps in enhancing their ability to visualise and identify 3D shapes in different contexts.

The second part of the practice focuses on developing students' spatial reasoning through an exercise on constructing nets. Using dotted paper as a guide, students are tasked with drawing the two-dimensional nets that, when folded, would form the corresponding 3D shapes. An example is provided to demonstrate how to approach the task. This hands-on activity not only cements their understanding of how 3D shapes are composed of various faces but also allows them to explore the practical aspect of geometry, bridging the gap between flat designs and their three-dimensional structures. This task is spread across subsequent pages, offering ample space and opportunity for practice.