Maths

Faces, Edges & Vertices

Identify and describe the properties of 3-D shapes, including the number of edges, vertices and faces, and identify 2-D shapes on their surfaces.

MathsAge 7+25 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Count the faces, edges and vertices of a 3-D shape.
  • Know the counts for a cube, cuboid, square-based pyramid, cylinder, cone and sphere.
  • Identify the 2-D shapes on the faces of a 3-D shape.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsFaces, Edges, VerticesThe Other Solids2-D Shapes on the Faces; the Hidden-Face Trap

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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