What is a Triangle?
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Objective
I can identify triangles among different shapes.
Part 1 of 3
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
A triangle is a shape that always has three sides.
- 2
A triangle also has three points, also called corners.
- 3
A square has four sides, and a circle is round, so neither of those shapes is a triangle.
Part 2 of 3
Practice
3 questions
How many sides does a triangle have?
A shape has four sides. Is it a triangle? Answer yes or no.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
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“Draw a triangle. How many sides does it have?”
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