Teachables Large Translucent Geometric Shapes - 12 Pieces

The Large Translucent Geometric Shapes set is an excellent resource for introducing students to key geometry concepts. This vibrant collection of 12 large, three-dimensional translucent shapes is perfect for hands-on learning and exploration. Each shape measures 10cm high (except the hemisphere, which is half the size) and is supplied in 6 different colours. The set includes a cube, large rectangular prism, small rectangular prism, triangular prism, triangular pyramid, square pyramid, cylinder, sphere, hemisphere, cone, pentagonal prism, and hexagonal prism, all in a size large enough for demonstration to the entire class. The translucent nature of the shapes allows students to examine and compare the relationships between 2D and 3D shapes. Additionally, the removable caps on each shape enable students to fill them with liquids, making it easy to compare volume relationships.

Educational Benefits:

• Helps students understand the relationships between 2D and 3D shapes.
• Encourages exploration of geometry concepts such as area, volume, and form.
• Facilitates comparisons of everyday objects with geometric shapes.
• Promotes hands-on learning with a focus on the physical properties of shapes.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use the shapes to introduce students to the concepts of volume and surface area.
• Let students compare and contrast different shapes by counting faces, edges, and vertices.
• Incorporate physics lessons by exploring which shapes roll, slide, or stack.
• Use tracing activities to compare the 2D outlines of shapes with their 3D counterparts.

Information:

• Ages: 4+ years
• Measurements: Each shape 10cm high (except the hemisphere), shapes supplied in 6 colours.