Early years shape

By making 'paths' out of different materials and discussing these, children will develop their shape and space language in this activity.

In this activity, children will develop an awareness of the faces of 3D shapes by using them to make 'footprints' in soft dough.

By making 'caterpillars' in this activity, children will have an opportunity to practise using language of length and width, as well as using non-standard measures to compare lengths.

This task provides an opportunity for children to work together to make a picture, discussing with each other which position they want to put each shape in.