Sorting Quadrilaterals

Students describe and identify quadrilaterals using attributes, such as parallel lines, angle measurements, and side lengths. Note: Activity 2 was updated in the Teacher Edition PDF and in the Teacher Presentation Screens on 1/12/2026.

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Grades: 5th Grade

Subject: Math

Learning goals: Today’s Goal • Language Goal: Describe, identify, and sort quadrilaterals using attributes, such as parallel lines, angle measurements, and side lengths. (Writing, Speaking, and Listening) Materials Classroom materials: chart paper, Describing Quadrilaterals chart (teacher made), markers, sticky notes; Centers Resources: Quadrilateral Cards (Grade 5)