World Maths Day We had a very enjoyable time during World Maths Day on Wednesday! We made shape puzzles for children in all grades to enjoy. We had a puzzle walk, where we looked at math puzzles and riddles children from other classes had made as well. We were so clever as we could answer math questions on nearly every board! In the morning, we even made our very own Math game, involving counting mats and secret tunnels! After making shape puzzles, the children then used the shape blocks to make a whole city out of shapes. The Kindergarten children's creativity is endless! Math Day Costumes Projects During this Unit of Inquiry, the children have demonstrated their boundless creativity in making complex and simple machines out of the classroom materials. Our Central Idea is: people use simple machines to make life easier.
As this idea has a strong Science connection and the children have displayed much interest in building and creating, I have given them a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) challenge to display and consolidate their knowledge about simple machines. The children have spent time following a design process (imagining, planning, creating, testing and improving) to make two products that have a simple machine. So far, during project time, the children have developed ATL skills such as thinking skills, research skills, self management skills and communication skills. They have been planning, problem solving and working with wonderful results. All children have shown engagement and interest during project time. Please note this is just a "preview" of some of the work they've done on their project. Stay tuned for your child's Learning Story about their project, to have a better understanding of what your child has experienced and the learning opportunities they have gained from this experience.
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AuthorWe are a class of 4-6 year olds at an international school in Singapore! We learn by playing, inquiring and having fun. Our teacher is Ms Bustamante, and this is our learning journey! Archives
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