Is your toddler just getting ready to identify shapes? This decorating shapes activity is a fun place to start, and I will share some easy ways to play with it.
If your child is ready to start identifying shapes, this activity will give you some great ideas!
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Start by printing some shape pages.
First, help your toddler cover the shape with glue.
Next, cover the shape sprinkles.
While your child is covering the shape, be sure to say the name of the shape lots of times. Point out the different attributes of the shape (“Look at the curve on this circle, it curves all the way around. This triangle has three sides and three points. This rectangle looks like a square that got smooshed, it’s a smooshed square…”)
Want more shape ideas? Visit our how to teach shapes page for everything in one spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age do toddlers learn shapes?
Most kids start recognizing shapes around age 2 and know several by age 3. Shapes usually come a little after colors, so there is no rush.
What shapes should a 2 year old know?
Around age 2 to 2.5, most toddlers can recognize the basic three: circle, square, and triangle. The rest come over the next year or so.
What is the best way to teach shapes?
Hands-on play. Shape sorting, puzzles, crafts, and pointing out shapes in everyday life work far better than flashcards.