3D Shape Hunt: Cones, Spheres and Prisms
Find real-world examples of cones, spheres and prisms. Draw or name each object in the matching column.

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- Geometry, Math
- Resource types
- Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
- Ontario expectations
- A9.2
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About this resource
Find real-world examples of cones, spheres and prisms. Draw or name each object in the matching column.
- Cone, sphere, and prism reference shapes
- Three labelled columns for found objects
- Choice to draw or write each real-world example
Curriculum reference — Ontario: Identifying physical shapes supports Ontario Kindergarten; England objective and named shapes need exact matching. Recognition of the included common solids supports Year1; this is not a complete prism-properties assessment. Selected skills only; reference stage is not an overall reading age, complete curriculum coverage, or an automatic recommendation for every learner.
In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
- Identify three-dimensional shapes in the surrounding environment
- Classify objects as cones, spheres, or prisms using observable attributes
Teaching tips
- Require learners to point out the feature that supports each placement, especially for objects that only approximate a geometric solid.
Skills covered
- Spatial recognition — Connect solid shapes with real objects
- Classification — Sort environmental examples by three-dimensional form
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Ontario curriculum
Ontario curriculum expectations
Ontario expectations
- A9.2 — identify, sort, and compare the most common three-dimensional objects, including cube , sphere , prisms , cone , and pyramid
Core concepts
- Cone
- Sphere
- Prism
- Shape scavenger hunt
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