Pizza for One

Contextualising shapes within familiar objects (pizza) makes geometric concepts accessible and engaging for young learners.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Shapes and Patterns
• Learning area: Numeracy
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Identify shapes used as pizza toppings
• Apply knowledge of shapes in a creative context
• Develop fine motor skills through art creation

Materials

• Personal pizza box
• Cardboard circle
• Sugar paper shapes
• Paint
• Paintbrushes
• Glue
• Air dry clay
• Smocks

Instructions

Children create personal pizzas using shape cut-outs as toppings, identifying each shape used.

Educator tip

Create a 'menu' showing which shapes represent which toppings to support vocabulary development.

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Teacher observation of student's ability to complete project with some guidance and identify shapes.

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• Patterns in Architecture
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