I've seen that shape before
http://illuminations.nctm.org/LessonDetail.aspx?ID=L237
A lesson plan for grades K–1 Mathematics
In this lesson from Illuminations, students learn the names and explore properties of solid geometric shapes. In a variety of activities, students use physical models of simple solid shapes, and identify these shapes in the real-world and in pictures found on websites.
North Carolina Curriculum Alignment
Mathematics (2004)
Grade 1
- Goal 3: Geometry - The learner will identify, describe, draw, and build basic geometric figures.
- Objective 3.02: Identify, build, and name cylinders, cones, and rectangular prisms.
- Objective 3.03: Compare and contrast geometric figures.
Kindergarten
- Goal 3: Geometry - The learner will explore the concepts of geometry.
- Objective 3.01: Identify, build, draw, and name triangles, rectangles, and circles; identify, build, and name spheres and cubes.
- Objective 3.02: Compare geometric shapes (identify likenesses and differences).
