Shape, Space, and Symmetry · Geometry

Exploring 3D Solids

Investigating the faces, edges, and vertices of common three-dimensional objects.

Key Questions

  1. 1Which 3D shapes are best for stacking and which are best for rolling?
  2. 2How can we describe a 3D shape to someone who cannot see it?
  3. 3What 2D shapes can you see on the surfaces of a hexagonal prism?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Shape and SpaceNCCA: Primary - Reasoning
Class/Year: 2nd Year
Subject: Foundations of Mathematical Thinking
Unit: Shape, Space, and Symmetry
Period: Geometry

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