3.Demonstrate how to make cones, rectangular prisms, cylinders and cubes from the photocopied patterns. 4.Have students practice making their own. 5.Discuss with the class that they will be acting as architects and that it is very important for architects to have a plan. 6.Give students enough time to come up with a plan for their model dream homes. They must incorporate at least three, three-dimensional shapes.
Creativity is a positive thing.
Mount their dreams on tag board. Display them for all to enjoy. The lesson incorporates cooperative learning and provides a real-world connection for geometric shapes. The beginning game provides a springboard for discussion of the various shapes. The lesson includes career awareness and opportunities for teams to reflect on what they have learned.