Use these 2D shape puzzles to help familiarise your students with the most common two-dimensional shapes.
2D Shape Puzzles for Kids
Get your students learning the names and features of the most common two-dimensional shapes with this set of hands-on puzzles!
This set of 11 puzzles features a variety of two-dimensional shapes divided into a series of vertical strips that students must piece together to form the shape. The name of each shape is included on the puzzle, reinforcing shape recognition and vocabulary.
The 2D shapes included in this resource are:
- Oval
- Circle
- Square
- Hexagon
- Octagon
- Rectangle
- Pentagon
- Triangle
- Star
- Heart
- Rhombus
These 2D shape puzzles are a fun and effective way to help your students learn common shape names and features.
Use These 2D Puzzles in Your Lessons
Looking for more ways to use these 2D shape puzzles in your classroom? Here are some suggestions from our teacher team:
- Whole-Class Warm-Up – Use the puzzles as a whole-class warm-up activity at the start of a lesson to get students engaged and thinking about shapes.
- Maths Rotations – Incorporate the puzzles into your maths group activities. Have students work together to construct each puzzle, promoting collaboration.
- Early Finishers – Keep the puzzles on hand for students who finish their work early and need a quiet, educational activity to keep them engaged.
Download These 2D Shape Puzzles
Use the Download button above to access the easy-print PDF.
We recommend printing this resource on thick card for added durability. Then, place the pieces into a large envelope or ziplock bag for safekeeping.
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