2D shapes

2D shapes are flat shapes that have two dimensions: length and width. They can be found all around us, from the shapes of buildings to the shapes of food.

Here are some common 2D shapes:

• Circle: A circle is a round shape with no corners. It has one curved side.

• Square: A square is a shape with four equal sides and four right angles. A right angle is an angle that looks like the corner of a square.

• Rectangle: A rectangle is a shape with four sides and four right angles. The opposite sides of a rectangle are equal in length.

• Triangle: A triangle is a shape with three sides and three angles. There are many different types of triangles, including equilateral triangles, isosceles triangles, and scalene triangles.

• Pentagon: A pentagon is a shape with five sides and five angles.

• Hexagon: A hexagon is a shape with six sides and six angles.

Properties of 2D shapes:

• Sides: The lines that form the shape.

• Vertices: The points where the sides meet. Also called corners.

• Angles: The space between two sides.

Here are some activities you can do to learn more about 2D shapes:

• Draw shapes: Use a ruler and pencil to draw different shapes.

• Cut out shapes: Cut out shapes from paper or cardboard.

• Find shapes in your environment: Look for shapes in your home, school, and community.

• Play shape games: There are many games and puzzles that can help you learn about shapes.

By learning about 2D shapes, you'll be able to identify and describe shapes in your everyday life.