Exploring Lines for Grade 2

What is a straight line?

• A straight line is the shortest distance between two points, extending infinitely in both directions.

• A straight line is a curved path between two points.

• A straight line is a segment that has a fixed length.

• A straight line is a shape that can only be drawn on paper.

What is a curved line?

• A curved line is a line that only moves in one direction.

• A curved line is a line that bends continuously without sharp angles.

• A curved line is a straight line with sharp angles.

• A curved line is a line that forms a perfect circle.

Draw a straight line.

• Use a ruler to connect two points.

• Use a pencil to shade a rectangle.

• Connect three points with a curve.

• Draw a circle using a compass.

Draw a curved line.

• A curved line is created by using only a ruler.

• A straight line is drawn by moving a drawing tool in a straight path.

• A curved line can be drawn by making sharp angles with the tool.

• A curved line is drawn by moving a drawing tool in a smooth arc.

Which line is longer: a straight line or a curved line?

• A curved line is longer than a straight line.

• Both lines are the same length.

• A straight line is longer than a curved line.

• A straight line is infinitely longer than a curved line.

How many types of lines can you name?

• Circular, elliptical, spiral

• Thick, thin, dotted

• Colorful, patterned, textured

• Straight, curved, horizontal, vertical, diagonal, parallel.

Identify the type of line: ______________ (insert image of a straight line).

• Straight line

• Dashed line

• Dotted line

• Curved line

Identify the type of line: ______________ (insert image of a curved line).

• Straight line

• Zigzag line

• Diagonal line

• Curved line

Measure the length of this line: ______________ (insert line image).

• 10 inches

• 5 cm

• [Insert measured length here]

• 20 meters

What shape can you make using only straight lines?

• Square

• Circle

• Triangle

• Pentagon