Geometry Shape - Patterns with 3D and 2D shapes - Planning

In the first week of Autumn term, Year 1 students are introduced to the world of Geometry with a focus on creating patterns using both 2-D and 3-D shapes. The lesson plan is structured to include a small step starter, followed by class teaching input, independent learning, and a plenary session. Throughout the lesson, children are encouraged to familiarise themselves with key vocabulary such as 'cube', 'sphere', 'triangle', and 'hexagon', which are integral to identifying and describing the shapes they work with. A variety of resources, including differentiated worksheets, teaching slides, and a selection of physical shapes, are used to support the learning process. A 'feely bag' activity is included where children use tactile clues to identify shapes, enhancing their understanding of shape properties and names.

The lesson's activities are designed to reinforce the recognition of shapes and their attributes. Children are tasked with completing and making simple patterns, paying attention to different shapes, sizes, and colours, and are encouraged to verbalise the patterns to consolidate their learning. By recognising the core pattern, students learn to continue these patterns in various directions. The lesson plan includes practical activities where children create their own patterns by printing or drawing around the faces of 3-D shapes. As the lesson progresses, children engage in reasoning and problem-solving exercises that challenge them to identify missing shapes and discuss the orientation of shapes within patterns. The 'Give me five' reflection activity prompts students to consider what they have learned and the skills they have used, ensuring that the lesson's key concepts are retained. The lesson is differentiated to cater to all learning levels, from working towards expected standards to achieving greater depth in pattern recognition and creation.