Reinforce key geometry concepts with our 2D Shape Property Posters Animalia! Each poster features a 2D shape alongside the number of sides and corners it has—providing a clear and visually engaging way for students to understand and remember shape properties.

Designed with a soft, friendly aesthetic to match our Aussie Animalia Décor, these posters are perfect for your classroom maths wall, small group instruction area, or independent reference station. They’re a great way to support students as they learn to describe and compare 2D shapes using mathematical vocabulary.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Identify and name 2D shapes
• ✅ Recognise and describe shape properties (sides and corners)
• ✅ Use shape vocabulary in context
• ✅ Support independent and small group shape activities

What’s Included:

• 10 printable posters
• Each poster includes an image of the shape and the number of sides and corners it has
• Included shapes: circle, rectangle, square, triangle, pentagon, hexagon, octagon, trapezoid/trapezium, rhombus, oval

Materials Needed:

• Printed posters
• Optional: coloured backing card or paper
• Optional: lamination for display durability

How to Use:

• • Display on your maths wall or near your small group teaching area
• • Refer to posters during explicit instruction and maths warm-ups
• • Encourage students to use them during shape-based tasks
• • Use as visual support during shape comparison discussions

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use as part of your shape unit to support vocabulary development
• 💡 Include in a shape sorting station or display area
• 💡 Print mini versions for student desk mats or take-home booklets
• 💡 Challenge students to describe a shape from the poster using its properties

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Laminate for long-lasting use year after year
• 💛 Display alongside student-created shape art or sorting tasks
• 💛 Use during assessments as a support reference tool

Check out the rest of our Aussie Animalia Décor resources.