Classifying Triangles Mat

Classify Triangles With Kinesthetic Games and Activities on This Mat!

Learning about the different types of triangles can be an energetic and interactive activity! Our Classifying Triangles Mat makes kinesthetic games and activities possible for geometry lessons. Additionally, this Classifying Triangles Mat is available as a regular vinyl floor mat or as a dry-erase mat for students to draw on.

This hop mat features six different types of triangles including obtuse, acute, right, scalene, isosceles, and equilateral. Measuring 54 inches wide by 44 inches long, this colorful mat has plenty of space for multiple students to hop on. Encourage active learning and collaborative play as students master triangle classification.

Students will be able to classify triangles by their sides and angles as a result of practice on this mat. They will also learn how to read the shape names, which promotes their letter and word recognition skills. Watch their reading and math skills improve!

Best of all, the Classifying Triangles Mat has space for students to create the shapes themselves. On the regular floor mat, students can practice building the sides of triangles with popsicle sticks, pencils, or rulers. On the dry-erase mat, students can draw the triangles with a dry-erase marker, wipe away, and draw again!

Furthermore, this mat allows students to visualize the properties of a triangle. Angles are labeled to differentiate between acute, obtuse, and right triangles. Equal sides are also labeled on the mat to make isosceles, equilateral, and scalene triangles clear and recognizable.

Physical activity increases blood flow and oxygen levels in the brain. Students will improve their learning comprehension and memory retention as a result of moving their bodies on this mat!

With this mat, you can incorporate kinesthetic activities to classify triangles into your math class! Take a look at our activity database for more classifying triangles game ideas.

Product Details

Materials: Our floor mats are made from heavy-duty vinyl. They are easy to clean, durable, and long-lasting. Some teachers have used their mats for over 10 years! Laminated floor mats combine the power of our heavy-duty vinyl material with dry-erase laminate. The laminate works well with a standard dry-erase marker and can be cleaned easily.

Dimensions: 44 x 54 inches

Includes: equilateral, isosceles, scalene, right, obtuse, and acute triangles

Check out our material FAQ page for more information and instructions on caring for your floor mat.

*Note: Dry-erase mats are not slip-resistant. Place them in safe, non-high-traffic areas.

Sample Activity: Classifying Triangles

• List out characteristics of a specific type of triangle.
• Then, challenge students to jump to the correct type of triangle as soon as they know which one you are describing.
• Finally, have students recite the name of the triangle.
• Some example characteristics might include:
  • This triangle has one angle greater than 90 degrees.
  • This triangle has two acute angles.
• Challenge students to build or draw their own version of the triangle.