2D Shape Property Posters are a bright and clear visual resource designed to support students in identifying and describing common 2D shapes. Each poster focuses on one shape and includes its name, image, number of sides, and number of corners—helping to build mathematical vocabulary and shape awareness across the early years.

These posters are perfect for displaying on your maths wall, near student workspaces, or as part of a shape investigation centre. With clean, uncluttered design and consistent formatting, they provide a clear reference point for both independent and guided learning. The posters are ideal for reinforcing geometry outcomes in Foundation through Year 2 and beyond.

Available in an editable format, this resource comes in our basic fun font as well as all Australian state fonts—making it easy to match your school’s handwriting requirements. Use the editable version to adapt language, translate terms for EAL/D students, or highlight specific vocabulary depending on your curriculum focus.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and name common 2D shapes
• ✅ Identify the number of sides and corners of each shape
• ✅ Strengthen understanding of shape features through consistent visuals
• ✅ Support mathematical vocabulary development in an accessible way

What’s Included:

• 12 2D shape posters featuring:
• Circle
• Rectangle
• Square
• Triangle
• Pentagon
• Hexagon
• Octagon
• Trapezoid/Trapezium
• Rhombus/Diamond
• Oval
• Editable version for customisation
• Available in basic fun font and all Australian state fonts

Materials Needed:

• Printer and A4 or A3 paper
• Laminator (optional for durability)
• Blue tack or magnets for display

How to Use:

• • Print and display as a reference in your classroom
• • Use as flashcards during group activities or shape discussions
• • Include in student work folders as a visual learning tool
• • Adapt using the editable file for targeted support or enrichment

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Display around the room as a maths wall or anchor chart reference
• 💡 Use as part of a shape scavenger hunt—students find objects that match each poster
• 💡 Create a mini-booklet of shapes for individual student reference
• 💡 Use as part of a shape matching centre with real-world objects or cut-out pictures
• 💡 Laminate and use as dry-erase cards where students can trace the shape and label it

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print on coloured paper to easily distinguish each shape in your display
• 💛 Use the editable format to include student-friendly definitions or translated terms
• 💛 Pair with shape manipulatives during hands-on lessons for active engagement
• 💛 Create a classroom shape gallery where students add real-world examples under each poster
• 💛 Include posters in group rotation bins for quick access during maths stations

2D Shape Property Posters are a practical and flexible tool to support 2D shape learning in your classroom—designed to grow student confidence and build strong foundational geometry skills through consistent visual reinforcement.