2D Shape Identification with Real Pictures: Task Cards

A file or printable companion for Boom Cards

by TheTeachingDoc

Price: 200 points or $2 USD

Subjects: mathElementary,geometry,shapes,prevocationalAndVocational,Special Autism

Grades: 14,13,1,2

Description: Bring real-world learning to your classroom with this set of 2D Shapes Task Cards featuring clear, realistic photos instead of abstract clipart. Designed for early learners, preschoolers, and special education classrooms, these cards build visual recognition, vocabulary, and generalization skills across environments. Each card shows a real photo of a shape with three multiple-choice answers, allowing students to identify, match, and name shapes in a hands-on way. Perfect for independent work, centers, or small group instruction in functional autism classrooms. 🖋️ What's Included: 14 printable task cards (color) 3 answer choices per card Real-life photo examples of 2D shapes Student answer recording sheet (optional addition) Teacher Pro Tips for setup & differentiation 🎯 Shapes Featured: Circle • Square • Rectangle • Triangle • Oval • Diamond • Hexagon • Pentagon • Octagon • Heart • Semi-Circle • Trapezoid • Cross • Star 💖 Why Teachers Love It: Builds real-world recognition using realistic imagery Ideal for autism, early childhood, and life skills programs Use with bingo markers, clothespins, or dry-erase markers for interactive fun Easy to differentiate for multiple ability levels Great for task boxes, stations, or morning tubs 📌 Pro Tips: Print on cardstock for durability Laminate for reuse with dry-erase markers Add a self-checking answer key on the back Store in photo boxes or labeled pouches for grab-and-go use