2D Shape Race is a hands-on and engaging game that encourages students to practise their shape identification while strengthening fine motor skills in a fun, low-prep format. Combining early geometry concepts with purposeful tracing tasks, this game supports both mathematical understanding and foundational handwriting development.

Designed for individuals or small groups, students take turns rolling a die and moving around the game board. When they land on a shape, they must name it and trace it on their recording sheet. The first player to trace all shapes—or the one with the most shapes traced when the timer ends—wins. This format builds friendly competition while reinforcing essential skills like shape recognition, pencil control, and grip.

This resource includes both high and low colour versions for easy printing, and the game boards can be reused when printed on thick card or laminated. Whether used as part of maths centres, early finisher activities, or independent practise, 2D Shape Race brings together play and learning in one purposeful package.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Identify and name a range of 2D shapes
• ✅ Develop fine motor skills through tracing activities
• ✅ Build early geometry knowledge through gameplay
• ✅ Strengthen pencil grip, precision, and visual tracking

What’s Included:

• Game boards in both high and low colour options
• Printable recording sheets for tracing shapes
• Clear student-friendly instructions

Materials Needed:

• Printed game boards (recommended on thick card or laminated)
• Dice for each player or group
• Pencils, crayons, or markers
• Recording sheets (one per student)

How to Use:

• • Students roll a die and move their token around the game board
• • When landing on a shape, they identify it and trace it on their sheet
• • Continue until all shapes are traced or time is up
• • Player with the most shapes traced (or all completed) wins

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Include in your maths rotations for shape recognition and pencil control practise
• 💡 Use during fine motor skills sessions or handwriting prep groups
• 💡 Set up as a partner challenge station where students check each other’s tracing
• 💡 Laminate recording sheets and use dry-erase markers for repeated use
• 💡 Create a class leaderboard to encourage engagement over time

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print game boards on coloured cardstock to reduce prep and increase durability
• 💛 Provide shape posters or desk mats for students who need extra visual support
• 💛 Model correct shape tracing direction before beginning the game
• 💛 Use different dice (e.g., numbered 1–3 or colour-coded) to suit your learners’ needs
• 💛 Store game materials in labelled folders or containers for easy access in future lessons

2D Shape Race Game is a playful and purposeful resource that supports both mathematical learning and early fine motor development—making it a valuable addition to any Foundation or lower primary classroom.