Geometry and Spatial Reasoning · Geometry

Properties of 2D and 3D Shapes

Distinguishing between regular and irregular polygons and identifying 3D shapes from 2D representations.

Key Questions

  1. 1What specific properties define a polygon as being regular?
  2. 2How can a 2D net be folded to create a 3D structure?
  3. 3Why are triangles considered the most stable shape in engineering and geometry?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Mathematics - Geometry: Properties of Shapes
Year: Year 5
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Geometry and Spatial Reasoning
Period: Geometry

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