Properties of shape - Count vertices and 2D shapes - Starter

In a set of activities designed for Year 2 students during Spring Term's Week 7, Day 4, the children are engaged in a variety of tasks to enhance their understanding of shapes and numbers. The 'Fluent in Four' revision segment prompts students to perform quick calculations, such as dividing 80 by 10 and solving a simple equation by adding 13 and 7, then dividing the result by the difference of 12 and 7. This exercise aims to sharpen their mental arithmetic skills.

Another part of the lesson focuses on geometry, where students are asked to match a series of shapes to the corresponding number of sides they have, reinforcing their ability to identify and count edges on 2D figures. A practical measurement activity is included, where students use a ruler to determine the length of a toy dinosaur, providing hands-on experience with measuring tools. Additionally, the children are tasked with matching halves and quarters to form complete shapes, which helps them understand fractions in a visual and interactive way. These activities combine to build a foundation in both numeracy and geometry for the young learners.