What Are Sides and Corners?
Shapes are all around us!
Every shape has sides (the straight lines that make it) and corners (where two sides meet). Let's learn
to count them together!
How to Count Sides and Corners
1️⃣ Point to one side with your finger
2️⃣ Count out loud as you move to the next side
3️⃣ Each corner is where two sides meet - count these too!
Let's Practice Together!
Triangle
Sides: 3
Corners: 3
Square
Sides: 4
Corners: 4
Pentagon
Sides: 5
Corners: 5
Can you help Mr. Circle find his sides and corners?
That's right! A circle has no straight sides or pointy corners - it's smooth all around!
Parent Tips 🌟
- Shape Hunt: Go on a shape hunt around your home and count sides/corners of objects you find
- Playdough Shapes: Make shapes with playdough and count the sides/corners as you create them
- Body Shapes: Use your arms to make shapes (triangle with two arms and your head!) and count the corners