Free Grade 2 2D vs 3D shapes activity sheets for math practice

📚 Topic Summary

Welcome to the exciting world of 2D and 3D shapes! 2D shapes are flat, like a drawing on paper – think of squares, circles, and triangles. They only have length and width. 3D shapes, on the other hand, are solid and take up space, like a ball or a box. They have length, width, and height. Understanding the difference is key to building a strong foundation in math and geometry! Get ready to explore these shapes with our fun activity sheets!

📐 Part A: Vocabulary

Match each term with its correct definition:

1. Term: Vertex
2. Term: Cube
3. Term: Circle
4. Term: Edge
5. Term: Sphere

1. Definition: A perfectly round 2D shape.
2. Definition: A 3D shape with six square faces.
3. Definition: A round 3D shape like a ball.
4. Definition: The point where two or more lines meet.
5. Definition: The line segment where two faces of a 3D shape meet.

✏️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences using the words from the word bank: square, volume, faces, rectangle, flat.

A ______ is a 2D shape with four equal sides and four right angles. 2D shapes are ______, meaning they have no depth. A ______ is a 2D shape with two pairs of equal sides and four right angles. 3D shapes have ______, which are the flat surfaces. The amount of space a 3D shape occupies is called its ______.

🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking

Imagine you are building a tower using only 2D shapes. What challenges might you face, and how could you overcome them by using 3D shapes instead?