Description
Students correctly answer questions to reach the top of the mountain. How far will they make it up the mountain? As they progress higher, the scenery changes—from grassy slopes to rocky cliffs and snowy peaks—adding excitement and visual reward for their efforts.
In this cooperative game, students work together to identify and name common 2D shapes. They’ll also be challenged to recognise these shapes in real-world settings, strengthening their visual understanding and vocabulary through repeated practise. From triangles to hexagons, each answer helps them climb higher.
Let’s Hike – 2D Shape Names is perfect for early years geometry units or as a group warm-up before hands-on shape exploration. Students can play together on the whiteboard or independently using the QR code. At the end, they’ll receive a polaroid snapshot of their progress up the mountain!
Key Learning Outcomes:
- ✅ Name a variety of 2D shapes such as squares, circles, triangles, and rectangles
- ✅ Recognise 2D shapes in everyday objects and environments
- ✅ Strengthen shape vocabulary and visual identification skills
- ✅ Build teamwork through collaborative gameplay
- ✅ Engage in geometry learning through movement and milestone progress
How to Play:
- Students answer shape identification questions to climb the mountain.
- Each correct answer helps them progress higher along the trail.
- Multiple players work together as a team to support each other’s success.
- The game continues until all questions are answered.
- At the end, students receive a polaroid snapshot showing how far they made it!
Ideas for Classroom Use:
- 💡 Use during geometry units to reinforce shape recognition
- 💡 Great for Foundation to Year 2 students learning to name 2D shapes
- 💡 Play in small groups to build confidence and collaboration
- 💡 Follow up with a shape hunt around the classroom or school
Top Teacher Tips:
- 💛 Let students personalise their experience by choosing from six characters before the game begins
- 💛 Select the number of players or teams at the start of the game to suit individual, paired, or group play
- 💛 Send the QR code home for students to play as a homework or revision task
Let’s Hike – 2D Shape Names brings geometry to life as students climb higher with every correct answer—building shape knowledge and teamwork all in one!
Additional information
Australian Curriculum Code | AC9M1SP01 |
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Australian Curriculum V9
F - 6
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