How do we use size and shape to make choices about the objects we use every day?
Adaptive Perseverance: Experiment with different shapes and sizes to achieve desired outcomes.
Critical Thinking: Evaluate objects based on their shape and size for specific purposes.
Collaboration: Work together to build or alter objects, understanding how collective ideas can lead to better solutions.
Why do we choose certain objects over others based on their size and shape?
How does the size or shape of an object affect its usefulness for a specific task?
Can changing the shape or size of an object make it better or worse for its intended use?
Students will analyze objects to determine how size and shape influence their use.
Students will make decisions based on size and shape to solve real-life problems.
Students will creatively think of ways to alter objects to improve their functionality.
K.G.B.5 - Model shapes in the world by building shapes from components (e.g., sticks and clay balls) and drawing shapes.
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