Materials
one triangle, square, and circle
another set of the same shapes to be placed on the room's walls,
one per wall
rhythm instruments
(optional)
Instructions
1. Introduce the three basic shapes and say their names.
2. Invite the children to say the names and "air trace" each shape several times
3. Line up the children and hand out rhythm instruments.
4. Sing the following song with the children. If available, let the children play their
instruments throughout the song.
The Shape Song by Terry Callahan
(Tune: "Frere Jacques")
Is this a square? (point to the square)
Is this a square? (point to the square)
Yes, it is!
Yes, it is! (nod vigorously)
One, two, three, four same sides,
One, two, three, four same sides,
It's a square.
It's a square.
Is this a circle? (point to the circle)
Is this a circle?
Yes, it is!
Yes, it is! (nod vigorously)
It's big and round inside and out.
It's big and round inside and out.
It's a circle.
It's a circle.
Is this a triangle? (point to the triangle)
Is this a triangle?
Yes, it is!
Yes, it is! (nod vigorously)
Its three sides make pointy tips.
Its three sides make pointy tips.
It's a triangle.
It's a triangle.
Assessment
To assess the children's learning, consider the following:
l Can the child recite the song?
l Did the child play her instrument along with the song?
l When shown a shape, can the child identify it by name?
