Ovals are a unique and interesting shape that can spark curiosity in young children! Although not as common as circles, ovals can still be found in everyday objects, making them fun for preschoolers to explore. Introducing ovals to children can be an engaging experience full of creativity and hands-on learning. On this page, you’ll find playful activities and ideas to help little ones identify, create, and appreciate the shape of ovals in their world.
Tune: Wheels on the Bus
An oval is a squished circle (hold arms out and slowly move in)
Squished circle, squished circle
An oval is a squished circle
Squish, squish, squish
Shape Family - Oval Buddy
Create the Oval Buddy by cutting a large oval out of construction paper. Accordion-fold long, thin pieces of paper to form legs and arms. Glue to the shape. Add a face with an oval shape for the eyes and nose. May also add shoes, hands, hair, or other accessories. (Thank you to Dina for helping to create this idea.)
- Egg
- Roma Tomato
