Felt Shape Match Up

Felt boards provide a tactile, open-ended learning experience that supports shape recognition and creative expression.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Shapes and Patterns
• Learning area: Numeracy
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Recognize and identify shapes in different sizes
• Observe shapes in the environment
• Apply knowledge of shapes to create scenes

Materials

• Felt board
• Cut out felt pieces in various shapes and sizes

Instructions

Children match and manipulate felt shapes on the board while discussing properties and creating scenes.

Educator tip

Prepare shapes in multiple sizes to introduce the concept that shapes remain the same regardless of size.

Assessment

Teacher observation of student's active listening, participation, and ability to name shapes.

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