Geometry: Nets
In geometry, a net is a two-dimensional shape that can be folded to make a solid, three-dimensional shape. On this page you'll find a variety of worksheets for teaching students about nets, as well as cut-and-fold net templates.
With this worksheet, students will tell what shape each net on the page makes. Shapes include rectangular prism, cube, pyramid, cone, and triangular prism.
1st through 3rd Grades
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Carefully look at the pictures of the nets on this page. Then answer the multiple choice questions about them.
1st through 3rd Grades
This cut-and-glue activity requires students to match each net to the correct solid shape it makes.
1st through 3rd Grades
Match the nets to the name of their shape and the image of the 3D shape.
1st through 3rd Grades
Find the surface area of various nets with this printable packet.
1st through 3rd Grades
Foldable Cube FREE
Cut out the shape on this page. Then fold along the lines to create a cube shape. Last but not least, tuck the tabs in and glue it all together!
2nd and 3rd Grades
Foldable Cone FREE
With this printable page you can create a solid, 3-dimensional cone. Besides the paper, scissors and glue are all you need!
2nd and 3rd Grades
Cut out the pieces on this page. Then fold along the lines and glue together the cylinder with each circle going on one end.
2nd and 3rd Grades
Use this printable page to create a solid, three-dimensional rectangular prism. Just cut out the shape, fold at the lines, and glue the gray tabs in place.
2nd and 3rd Grades
Make a pyramid by cutting out the shape on this page and folding along the lines. Glue the gray tabs in place to keep it together.
2nd and 3rd Grades
Here is a foldable tetrahedron, or a pyramid with a triangular base, for your students to make.
2nd and 3rd Grades
Show students how to make a 3-dimensional triangular prism with this printable file.
2nd and 3rd Grades
You can make a decahedron, or a ten-sided solid shape with this printable. Write numbers on each side to use it as a 10-sided die for classroom games!
2nd and 3rd Grades
