Shape Challenge

Obj. 11e, 7a, 21b

Instructions:

  1. Gather some playdough.

  2. Think about the shapes you know.

  3. Use your creativity to build shapes in different ways.


Enrichment:

  1. What else can we use to explore shapes? Let’s do it! (Beads, pipe cleaners, straws, markers, objects around the house, etc.)


InterACTions:

  • Tell me about the shapes you know.

  • How can we build shapes using playdough?

  • What colors are you using to build your shapes?

  • What technique will you use to make your design?

  • Do you prefer rolling a long playdough worm, rolling small balls or to flatten the playdough with your hands?

  • How many sides does your shape have?

  • Are all your shapes the same size?

  • What other materials can we use to build shapes?