We are learning about shapes right now and so I decided this was the best time to introduce the geoboards so that they can be an independent center soon.
I always start by letting the kids explore.
Then I have them make basic shapes. As they get better my directions become more exact. For example, "make a small red rectangle" rather than just "rectangle."
The next lesson I pull out these geoboard number cards I have... I have no idea where I bought them! Does anyone recognize these?
Later in the year I will add a recording sheet!
This is also a fun site where students can create on a virtual geoboard:
http://www.mathplayground.com/geoboard.html
Geoboards help students learn about shapes, practice following directions and it helps to build fine motor skills!
Hey I think you just inspired me to dust off my geoboards and use them when we do shapes. I love you blog and I am nominating you for the Liebster Award for new bloggers! Click on by blog name below and it will take you to the post with the directions for the award!
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