Geometry:
Exploring the Basics
Geometry
is fun for kids, but many children quickly get lost in the language
of mathematics. Sometimes all they need is a little practice with
basic concepts and terminology . . . hands-on experiences and active
engagement lessons that reinforce what they have been taught..
Geometry:
Exploring the Basics is designed to help students master those
basic concepts of geometry. You’ll find lots of blackline masters
and games for introducing lines, line relationships, and simple
polygons. You’ll also find a variety of review activities and two
forms of a simple paper-and-pencil assessment. What you won’t
find is complex problem solving activities −
kids need to master the basics before they are ready for higher
level thinking, and this book is just about the basics. This is the
first Exploring Geometry Power Pack and future books in the
series will provide plenty of problem-solving experiences. The key
is to begin by creating a foundation with the basics so students are
ready to tackle complex problems later.
What
You'll Find in this Power Pack
- 40+
pages of lesson plans, teaching strategies and blackline masters
to introduce and teach these concepts:
- lines, line segments, rays
- parallel, intersecting, and perpendicular
lines
- horizontal, vertical, and diagonal
lines
- simple polygons
- Quick
and easy math games for review
- Cooperative
learning strategies
- Hands-on,
active engagement strategies
- 2
forms of assessment - a Lines and Polygons test and a retest
This
book has everything you need for a fun
yet effective introduction to geometry!
Teacher
Reviews
Laura, this book is terrific! It really has a nice sequence and works well in a differentiated classroom. I love the multitude of structures involved keeping all the kids actively engaged in the hands-on activities!
~ Sharyn Powell, Grade 3
I love the book!! I would absolutely use it in 2nd grade. It does cover some material more in depth than the 2nd grade curriculum requires, but most of it would be highly beneficial. You've taken some very clever ideas and written a book that puts prepared materials right at our fingertips. What a valuable resource! Bravo!
~ Stacy Lloyd, Grade 2
I found your book to be a thorough introduction to geometry skills that I can pick up in the morning and begin to teach that day. It has high interest activities which focus on the geometry basics that should begin any geometry unit. I will use this in my class from page one to the very last
page!
~ Debbie Palmer, Grade 3
I have looked at the entire book, this is awesome! I love all the ideas for games, concentration, etc. This is the one strand of math that I really don't like teaching, and feel that these activities will help me to build a better foundation of the geometric principles needed. I absolutely love the foldable that you have included, we use foldables a lot in our grade level.
~ Suzann, Grade 3
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