Shape Explorers: Discovering Cubes and Cylinders!

Math Grades 1st Grade 6:30 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's explore the world of 3D shapes! We'll learn about cubes and cylinders, find them around us, and even build our own!

Video Resource

Grade 1: Saxon Math Lesson #118 Identifying Geometric Solids (Cylinders and Cubes)

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Key Concepts

  • Cube: A 3D shape with square faces.
  • Cylinder: A 3D shape with circular ends and a curved side.
  • Geometric Solids: Three-dimensional shapes.

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify cubes and cylinders.
  • Students will be able to find real-world examples of cubes and cylinders.
  • Students will be able to construct a cylinder.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by reviewing cones and spheres using real objects or pictures. Ask students what they remember about these shapes. Briefly introduce the terms 'geometric solids' and explain that these are 3D shapes.
  • Video Viewing (7 mins)
    Play the YouTube video "Grade 1: Saxon Math Lesson #118 Identifying Geometric Solids (Cylinders and Cubes)". Pause at key moments to ask clarifying questions or allow students to share observations.
  • Shape Hunt (10 mins)
    Instruct students to search their classroom or home for objects that are cubes or cylinders. Have them share what they find and explain why they think it's that shape.
  • Cylinder Construction (10 mins)
    Guide students to create their own cylinders using paper. Provide each student with a sheet of paper. Demonstrate how to roll the paper into a cylinder shape and secure the edges with tape or glue.
  • Wrap Up (3 mins)
    Review the characteristics of cubes and cylinders. Ask students to compare and contrast the two shapes.

Interactive Exercises

  • Shape Sorting
    Provide students with a collection of various objects (blocks, cans, balls, etc.). Have them sort the objects into groups of cubes, cylinders, spheres, and cones.
  • Building with Shapes
    Using blocks or other building materials, challenge students to build structures that incorporate cubes and cylinders.

Discussion Questions

  • What is the difference between a flat shape (like a square) and a solid shape (like a cube)?
  • Where have you seen cubes and cylinders in your everyday life?
  • How are a cylinder and a cone different?

Skills Developed

  • Shape identification
  • Spatial reasoning
  • Fine motor skills (through construction)

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which shape looks like a block?

Correct Answer: Cube

Question 2:

Which shape has a circle on each end?

Correct Answer: Cylinder

Question 3:

A ball is the same as a:

Correct Answer: Sphere

Question 4:

A can of soup is shaped like a:

Correct Answer: Cylinder

Question 5:

Which of these is NOT a 3D shape?

Correct Answer: Circle

Question 6:

How many faces does a cube have?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 7:

Which shape can you roll easily?

Correct Answer: Cylinder

Question 8:

What is the math word for a ball?

Correct Answer: Sphere

Question 9:

Which of these can you make by rolling a piece of paper?

Correct Answer: Cylinder

Question 10:

Which shape has a pointy top?

Correct Answer: Cone

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

A shape like a block is called a ____.

Correct Answer: cube

Question 2:

A can is shaped like a ____.

Correct Answer: cylinder

Question 3:

A _____ is round like a ball.

Correct Answer: sphere

Question 4:

A traffic cone looks like a _____.

Correct Answer: cone

Question 5:

We can make a ______ by rolling up a piece of paper.

Correct Answer: cylinder

Question 6:

A cube has square ____.

Correct Answer: faces

Question 7:

A cylinder has a circle on each ____.

Correct Answer: end

Question 8:

A dice is an example of a ____.

Correct Answer: cube

Question 9:

Cubes and cylinders are _____ shapes.

Correct Answer: 3D

Question 10:

Let's go on a _____ hunt to find shapes!

Correct Answer: shape

Educational Standards

CCSS.Math.Content.1.G.A.2:Compose two-dimensional shapes (rectangles, squares, trapezoids, triangles, half-circles, and quarter-circles) or three-dimensional shapes (cubes, right rectangular prisms, right circular cones, and right circular cylinders) to create a composite shape, and compose new shapes from the composite shape. (Students do not need to learn formal names such as "right rectangular prism.") CCSS.Math.Content.1.G.A.1:Distinguish between defining attributes (e.g., triangles are closed and three-sided) versus non-defining attributes (e.g., color, orientation, overall size); build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes.

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