Are you looking for a resource that allows your students to demonstrate their understanding of 2D shapes in a creative and hands-on way? Our 2D Shape Monster Craft is a fun and purposeful activity that combines geometry, fine motor skills, and imagination—perfect for consolidating shape knowledge in early years classrooms.

In this craftivity, students create their very own shape-eating monster using a range of 2D shapes. They then record what their monster has eaten on an included response slip. With multiple template options provided, this resource caters to a variety of ability levels and classroom needs. Shapes can be printed onto coloured paper for quick prep or in black and white for students to colour independently.

Whether used during a geometry unit, as a maths rotation task, or for a fun end-of-week project, this craft encourages students to identify, name, and describe 2D shapes while having fun. A display banner template is included so you can showcase your class’s monsters in an eye-catching and educational wall display!

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Identify and name common 2D shapes
• ✅ Use shape vocabulary to describe properties and features
• ✅ Create a 2D shape-based craft using cutting, pasting, and arranging skills
• ✅ Record and communicate shape knowledge through writing and drawing

What’s Included:

• 2D shape monster templates in black and white
• Options for printing onto coloured paper or student-coloured versions
• Multiple differentiated recording slips for shape meals
• Display banner template for bulletin boards or classroom walls
• Tips for printing and preparation for easy implementation

Materials Needed:

• Printed templates (colour or black and white)
• Scissors and glue sticks
• Coloured pencils or crayons (if using black and white version)
• Optional: coloured paper or card for monster shapes

How to Use:

• • Choose the appropriate shape templates and recording slips for your class
• • Print templates on coloured paper or allow students to colour them in
• • Have students cut and assemble their 2D shape monster
• • Complete the recording slip describing the shapes in the monster’s “meal”
• • Display finished monsters using the included banner for a bright and educational classroom display

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use as a consolidation activity after introducing or reviewing 2D shapes
• 💡 Add to a maths rotation for an independent shape-focused craft task
• 💡 Pair with a shape hunt around the classroom or playground before building the monster
• 💡 Allow students to give their monster a name and create a mini narrative using shape vocabulary
• 💡 Use completed crafts as part of a 2D shape learning wall or assessment portfolio

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Pre-cut strips of shapes to save time and reduce classroom mess
• 💛 Encourage students to describe their monsters using shape properties like sides and corners
• 💛 Allow peer sharing—students can introduce their monster and shape meal to the class
• 💛 Incorporate shape songs or read-alouds before the craft to spark engagement
• 💛 Laminate finished monsters for a longer-lasting display or reuse as part of your maths station

2D Shape Monster Craft is the perfect blend of creativity and curriculum—giving your students the chance to show off their shape knowledge in a fun, hands-on way they’ll remember!