Putting shapes together to make other shapes

Math

• The child learned how to recognize and identify different shapes.
• They understand how smaller shapes can be combined to make larger shapes.
• The child can describe and compare the attributes of different shapes.
• They have developed spatial reasoning skills by manipulating the shapes to create new ones.

Continued development can be encouraged by providing the child with various materials, such as building blocks or tangram puzzles, to continue exploring and creating different shapes. Additionally, challenging the child to find real-life examples of shapes they have learned can help reinforce their understanding.

Book Recommendations

• The Greedy Triangle by Marilyn Burns: This book follows the journey of a greedy triangle who wants to have more sides and angles. It introduces the concept of polygons and their attributes.
• The Shape of Things by Dayle Ann Dodds: This interactive book explores how shapes can be found in everyday objects and emphasizes the importance of geometry in our surroundings.
• Mouse Shapes by Ellen Stoll Walsh: In this story, three mice explore different shapes and use them to escape from a cat. It helps reinforce shape recognition and encourages creativity by combining shapes to solve problems.