Practice Geometric Reasoning With Our Classifying 2 Dimensional Shapes Number Talk Cards

These Classifying 2 Dimensional Shapes Number Talk Task Cards are an engaging way to get students thinking critically about geometric shapes. This set includes 20 cards, each featuring a unique set of shapes for students to discuss and classify. On the back of each card, you’ll find thought-provoking questions like “Which figures have both parallel and perpendicular lines?” and “Which figures have acute/obtuse/right angles?” These cards spark meaningful conversations, encourage group discussions, and help students deepen their understanding of shape properties in an interactive way. Perfect for any math classroom looking to build strong communication and shape classification skills!

This classifying 2 dimensional shapes resource includes: 

• Instructions
• 20 shape set cards
• Student discussion questions 
• Low-color version 

Using Our Classifying 2D Figures Number Talk Cards

These classifying 2D figures cards have many uses! Here are a few ideas to get your students chatting. 

• Whole Group: Display one of the cards to your class during a math lesson. Ask students some of the questions printed on the back to begin a classroom discussion.
• Small Group: Present a card to a small group to spark discussion about the attributes of the shapes they observe.
• “Scoot” Activity: Place the classifying 2 dimensional shapes cards randomly around the room. Partner students and have the pairs rotate from card to card, discussing how they might group the shapes they see.
  

Download This Classifying Two Dimensional Shapes Activity

These classifying two dimensional shapes task cards are available in both PDF and Google Slides formats. Click the drop-down arrow located on the download button to choose the option that suits your classroom. 

This resource was created by Brittany Kellogg, a teacher in Ohio and a Teach Starter collaborator.

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