Early years shape

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a green background.
    eyfs_activity

    Building Towers

    Age
    3 to 5

    In this task, children will explore 3D shapes when selecting which shapes to use in their tower.

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a turquoise background.
    eyfs_activity

    Making a Picture

    Age
    3 to 5

    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.

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a pink background.
    eyfs_activity

    Making Caterpillars

    Age
    3 to 5

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

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a pink background.
    eyfs_activity

    Making Footprints

    Age
    3 to 5

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

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a purple background.
    eyfs_activity

    Paths

    Age
    3 to 5

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

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a purple background.
    eyfs_activity

    Presents

    Age
    3 to 5

    Comparing wrapped presents gives children the chance to explore and discuss weight, including the idea that large objects aren't necessarily the heaviest.

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on an orange background.
    eyfs_activity

    Shapes in the Bag

    Age
    3 to 5

    In this task, children put their hands into a bag and describe what shape they think they can feel and why.

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a pink background.
    eyfs_activity

    Tidying

    Age
    3 to 5

    When tidying away toys in this activity, children will use their counting skills to check that all the toys are in the box.

  • The yellow NRICH logo above the words 'Early Years', on a turquoise background.
    eyfs_activity

    Water, Water ...

    Age
    3 to 5

    This task provides a real-life context for children to compare capacities in order to choose the biggest container for their lemonade.

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