Curricular Competencies:
- Use reasoning to explore and make connections
- Develop, demonstrate, and apply mathematical understanding through play, inquiry, and problem solving
- Communicate mathematical thinking in many ways
- Explain and justify mathematical ideas and decisions
- Represent mathematical ideas in concrete, pictorial, and symbolic forms
Content:
- Visualize to explore mathematical concepts
- Develop and use multiple strategies to engage in problem solving
- Describe and compare 2D shapes in the environment
- Identify 2D shapes as part of 3D objects
Core Competencies: Critical and Reflective Thinking
- Profile 2: Develop and refine questions; create and carry out plans; gather, interpret, and synthesize information and evidence; and reflect to draw reasoned conclusions.
First Peoples Principles of Learning: Learning is holistic, reflexive, reflective, experiential, and relational (focused on connectedness, on reciprocal relationships, and a sense of place).
Learning involved:
- Students demonstrate their current knowledge and understanding of numbers
- Students deepen their understanding of 2D shapes by connecting them to real-life objects
Thank you, Ms. Shellard, for creating such a rich and engaging learning experience for the kids! It’s wonderful to see them exploring math in creative and meaningful ways. Your dedication and effort truly make a difference in their education and growth. We’re so grateful!