Discovering 3-D Shapes
Investigate solid shapes like cubes, cuboids, cylinders, and spheres. Find out which shapes can roll, slide, or stack.
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Investigate solid shapes like cubes, cuboids, cylinders, and spheres. Find out which shapes can roll, slide, or stack.
Key Questions
- What makes a 3-D shape different from a 2-D shape?
- Which of these shapes can roll across the floor?
- Why is a cube good for stacking?
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