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NARRATOR: Children recognize
the differences in shapes

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even if they do not
know the names yet.

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When children explore
different shapes,

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they are using the observational skill of same and different.

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Shape recognition
gives children a process

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through which
they can describe,

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observe and discuss
the world around them.

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ANGELA CUYLER-HUNTER:
What do you notice about that

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as you trace it
with your finger?

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What shape is it?

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- This one.
- A rectangle.

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ANGELA: Okay, what do you notice about this one as you trace it?

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It is important
for students to be able

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to recognize and name
common two dimensional shapes

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because shapes are a part
of our natural environment

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and our world around us.

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In the classroom
they practice recognizing

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and organizing different shapes through different tasks

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and activity boxes.

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Also in the classroom
to help students understand

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two dimensional shapes I allow
them to trace the shapes

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with their fingers
so they can understand

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how the shape is created
and design of the shape as well.

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NARRATOR: In the family activities section

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on this web page,
you can find ways to support

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your child's development
of this skill at home.

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It's an easy way
to shape early math skills!

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