2D & 3D Shape Sort Montessori

✨ Teach 2D & 3D Shapes with Real-World Photos (Montessori-Aligned)

Looking for a hands-on, visually engaging way to teach basic 2D and 3D shapes? This Montessori-aligned resource is a meaningful addition to any math or geometry unit. Instead of clip art, children explore real photographs of shapes found in everyday life, helping turn abstract concepts into concrete understanding.

What’s Inside:

• Shape Introduction Cards – Featuring 8 foundational 2D and 3D shapes
• 4 Real-World Photo Cards per Shape – Show how shapes appear all around us
• Teaching Tips & Guided Language – Support confident, child-centered discussions
• Extension Activity Ideas – Perfect for centers, small groups, independent work, or home learning

Shapes Included:

2D Shapes

• Square
• Circle
• Rectangle
• Triangle

3D Shapes

• Sphere
• Cylinder
• Cube
• Cone

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• Montessori-aligned and developmentally appropriate
• Uses real-life images to build strong concept connections
• Encourages observation, language development, and critical thinking
• Easy to prep and flexible for classroom, Montessori, or homeschool use

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, Montessori guide, or homeschool parent, this resource makes it easy to spark curiosity and build strong foundational geometry skills through meaningful, real-world connections.

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