Curriculum for Excellence

Shape, position and movement

Properties of 2D shapes and 3D objects

Early First Second Third Fourth
I enjoy investigating objects and shapes and can sort, describe and be creative with them.
I have explored simple 3D objects and 2D shapes and can identify, name and describe their features using appropriate vocabulary.
Having explored a range of 3D objects and 2D shapes, I can use mathematical language to describe their properties, and through investigation can discuss where and why particular shapes are used in the environment.
Having investigated a range of methods, I can accurately draw 2D shapes using appropriate mathematical instruments and methods.
I have explored the relationships that exist between the sides, or sides and angles, in right angled triangles and can select and use an appropriate strategy to solve related problems, interpreting my answer for the context.
  I can explore and discuss how and why different shapes fit together and create a tiling pattern with them.
Through practical activities, I can show my understanding of the relationship between 3D objects and their nets.
  Having investigated the relationships between the radius, diameter, circumference and area of a circle, I can apply my knowledge to solve related problems.
    I can draw 2D shapes and make representations of 3D objects using an appropriate range of methods and efficient use of resources.
   
 

Angle, symmetry and transformation

Early First Second Third Fourth
In movement, games, and using technology I can use simple directions and describe positions.
I can describe, follow and record routes and journeys using signs, words and angles associated with direction and turning.
I have investigated angles in the environment, and can discuss, describe and classify angles using appropriate mathematical vocabulary.
I can name angles and find their sizes using my knowledge of the properties of a range of 2D shapes and the angle properties associated with intersecting and parallel lines.
Having investigated the relationship between a radius and a tangent and explored the size of the angle in a semi-circle, I can use the facts I have established to solve related problems.
    I can accurately measure and draw angles using appropriate equipment, applying my skills to problems in context.
Having investigated navigation in the world, I can apply my understanding of bearings and scale to interpret maps and plans and create accurate plans, and scale drawings of routes and journeys.
I can apply my understanding of the properties of similar figures to solve problems involving length and area.
    Through practical activities which include the use of technology, I have developed my understanding of the link between compass points and angles and can describe, follow and record directions, routes and journeys using appropriate vocabulary.
I can apply my understanding of scale when enlarging or reducing pictures and shapes, using different methods, including technology.
 
    Having investigated where, why and how scale is used and expressed, I can apply my understanding to interpret simple models, maps and plans.
   
  I have developed an awareness of where grid reference systems are used in everyday contexts and can use them to locate and describe position.
I can use my knowledge of the co-ordinate system to plot and describe the location of a point on a grid.
I can use my knowledge of the co-ordinate system to plot and describe the location of a point on a grid.
I can plot and describe the position of a point on a 4-quadrant co-ordinate grid.
        I can apply my understanding of the 4-quadrant co-ordinate system to move, and describe the transformation of, a point or shape on a grid.
I have had fun creating a range of symmetrical pictures and patterns using a range of media.
I have explored symmetry in my own and the wider environment and can create and recognise symmetrical pictures, patterns and shapes.
I can illustrate the lines of symmetry for a range of 2D shapes and apply my understanding to create and complete symmetrical pictures and patterns.
I can illustrate the lines of symmetry for a range of 2D shapes and apply my understanding to create and complete symmetrical pictures and patterns.
Having investigated patterns in the environment, I can use appropriate mathematical vocabulary to discuss the rotational properties of shapes, pictures and patterns and can apply my understanding when completing or creating designs.