Center
Build Shapes (K)
Stage 1: Match the Flat Shape
Narrative
Students choose a shape card to build. Students check their work with their partner to be sure they both agree they made the shape correctly.
Additional Information
Bag of straws per group of 2 students:
- at least 6 straws in each size:
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\(\frac{1}{2}\) inch
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1 inch
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\(1 \frac{1}{2}\) inch
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\(2 \frac{3}{4}\) inches
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Stage 2: Describe the Flat Shape
Narrative
Students choose a shape card and describe the shape to their partner, who builds the shape based on the description.
Additional Information
Bag of straws per group of 2 students:
- At least 6 straws in each size:
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\(\frac{1}{2}\) inch
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1 inch
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\(1 \frac{1}{2}\) inch
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\(2 \frac{3}{4}\) inches
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Stage 3: Match the Solid Shape
Narrative
Students build solid shapes.