This 2D Shapes Poster is the perfect visual reference to support students as they learn to recognise and name two-dimensional shapes. Featuring clear labels and simple visuals, it’s ideal for displaying in your classroom as an anchor chart during your geometry unit or maths block.

The single-page format makes it easy to print and use in individual student folders, on learning walls, or as part of a maths display. It’s a helpful tool for reinforcing shape names and features during explicit teaching or independent work.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and name common 2D shapes
• ✅ Use visual supports to reinforce shape vocabulary
• ✅ Develop shape awareness through repeated exposure
• ✅ Reference shapes independently during maths tasks

What’s Included:

• 1 x printable 2D shapes poster
• Includes a range of common shapes with clear labels

Materials Needed:

• Printed copy of the poster
• Optional: coloured paper or cardstock for durability
• Optional: lamination for display or student use

How to Use:

• • Print and display on your maths wall or classroom bulletin board
• • Provide individual copies for student folders or desk mats
• • Refer to the poster during shape lessons and activities
• • Encourage students to use the poster to identify shapes in their environment

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use during whole-class shape introductions
• 💡 Add to your geometry learning display or vocabulary wall
• 💡 Print mini versions for student shape toolkits
• 💡 Use as a reference sheet for shape drawing tasks

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Laminate for long-term use
• 💛 Pair with shape games or I Spy tasks for real-world connections
• 💛 Use during assessment as a visual prompt
• 💛 Encourage students to point to shapes as they name or describe them

This resource is a simple, effective way to support shape recognition and vocabulary development throughout the year.