How did the kit components encourage mathematical thinking for your students?
The tape measures were well used to measure distances - talked about converting between different units and decimal units for part measures. Thinking about what was best unit to use. Statistical thinking about how to collect data and compare, wondering about different age groups, number of trials etc.
How successful was this kit in encouraging physical activity in your class?
What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit?
More investigations into collecting data- statistical investigations. Students want to compare their results and test their records out on other classes.
How high was student engagement throughout this kit?
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit?
Fun, creative, collaborative
What was the most unique record achieved and why?
Highest number of felt pens able to stick into your hair- result 120. No one was expecting this greater number, possible because of unique hair style and type
How many new DIY World Records did your class create?
How likely are you to teach this kit again in the future?
What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit?
Maths, writing, inquiry