How do you draw 2D shapes?
When drawing a 2D shape you have to think about how you can describe it.
- How many sides does it have?
- How long are the sides?
- How many angles or vertices does it have?
- Does it have lines of symmetry?
- Does it have parallel sides?
Be careful to measure accurately when you are drawing a 2D shape.
Example 1
Draw a 2D shape that has 4 equal sides that are each 3 cm long and has 4 right angles.
What is this shape called?
It is a square. Draw the 3 cm base first, then measure the right angles at each end of the base before you draw the other sides.
Can you describe the square to a friend or family member?
Example 2
Draw a rectangle with sides that are 2 cm and 6 cm.
Draw the 6 cm base first, then measure the right angles before drawing the 2 cm sides.
Can you describe the rectangle to a friend or family member?
Example 3
Draw a triangle which has 2 sides both measuring 5 cm.
In this triangle, the base is 6 cm, but it could be larger or smaller than this.
A triangle with 2 sides that are the same is called an isosceles triangle.
Can you describe this triangle to a friend or family member?
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