2D Shape Matching Game: Silly Faces Theme
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Type of Resource: PDF
Number of Pages: 4
Coordinating Activities
Silly Faces 2D Shape Matching Game
- 9 silly face shape picture cards
- 9 matching shape cards with the shape names
Print the cards in color. Laminate them and cut them apart so they hold up to lots of matching.
Required Materials:
- Paper, Printer, Ink
- Paper Cutter
- Laminator (optional)
Standards for Geometry
These Silly Faces shape cards support early math standards connected to naming, describing and identifying 2D shapes.
Common Core State Standards: Mathematics
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.K.G.A.2: Correctly name shapes regardless of their orientations or overall size. Kids name each shape on the cards and posters.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.K.G.B.4: Analyze and compare two-dimensional shapes using informal language to describe their similarities, differences and attributes. Kids talk about sides and corners as they match shapes.
Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines and TEKS for Mathematics
- PK4.V.C.1: Child names and describes common 2D shapes. Kids name each shape as they match it.
- TEKS K.6A: Identify two-dimensional shapes, including circles, triangles, rectangles and squares as special rectangles.
- TEKS K.6D: Identify attributes of two-dimensional shapes using informal and formal geometric language interchangeably.
Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning
- K.MG.2: Identify, describe, name, compare and construct plane figures, including circles, triangles, squares and rectangles. Kids name and describe each shape.
Silly Faces 2D Shape Matching Game helps preschool and kindergarten kids recognize and name 2D shapes with a hands-on printable matching game.
Can you find the match? Kids pair silly faces in different shapes with the matching shape card.
Each picture card shows silly faces in a shape like a circle, square or triangle. Kids find the shape card that matches and say the shape name.
Play it as a matching game, a face-down matching game or a pocket chart activity.
Store the cards in a zipper bag for a quick shape center.
How to Use Silly Faces 2D Shape Matching Game
- Lay out the shape cards.
- Pick a picture card and name the shape.
- Find the matching shape card.
- Keep going until every card has a match.
Small Group: Hand each child a picture card. Kids name their shape and find its match on the table.
Independent Practice: Place the cards in a center. Kids match all the cards on their own or play memory with a partner.
Easy Ways to Differentiate This Matching Game
Every group of kids has a mix of counting, number recognition and fine motor skills. These simple changes keep the activity familiar while meeting each child where they are.
For Children Who Need More Support:
- Start with 3 or 4 pairs.
- Trace each shape with a finger before matching.
- Say the shape name together.
- Lay the cards face up.
For On-Level Practice:
- Match all the cards.
- Read the shape name on each card.
- Count the sides and corners.
- Play memory with a partner.
For an Extra Challenge:
- Play memory with all the cards face down.
- Sort the shapes by number of sides.
- Describe a shape for a partner to guess.
- Find a real object with each shape.
For Speech, OT, ELL or Special Education Support:
- Model the number word and give plenty of wait time.
- Accept pointing, gestures, AAC or any communication method the child already uses.
- Use tongs or tweezers to place counters for added fine motor practice.
- Repeat the same small set of numbers across several sessions.
- Use the words sides, corners, straight and curved as kids describe shapes.
Silly Faces 2D Shape Matching Game Is Perfect For:
- Preschool and pre-K
- Kindergarten
- ELL and multilingual learners
- Emotions and silly face themes
- Math centers
- Morning tubs
- Small-group instruction
- Intervention
- Special education
- Speech, OT and early intervention sessions
- Homeschool preschool and kindergarten
- Substitute plans
