In my second practicum, I taught a Grade 2 Mathematics unit focused on 2D and 3D shapes. I thoroughly enjoyed teaching this unit, as it provided students with foundational math skills through positive, fun, and interactive learning opportunities. It also created enriching learning moments focused on hands-on and experiential activities that engaged students of multiple learning intelligences alike. This unit connected with the mathematics curriculum content focused on learning multiple attributes of 2D shapes and 3D objects, including counting the number of faces, vertices, and edges of the shapes to differentiate the attributes. The following core competencies were embedded throughout this unit.

Communication:

  • I can listen and respond to others.
  • I can consider my purpose when I am choosing a form and content.
  • I can communicate clearly about topics I know and understand well, using forms and strategies I have practiced.

Critical Thinking:

  • I can use evidence to make simple judgments.
  • I can ask questions, make predictions, and use my senses to gather information.
  • I can explore with a purpose in mind and use what I learn.

Social Awareness & Responsibility:

  • In familiar settings, I can interact with others and my surroundings respectfully. I use materials respectfully.

Here are some examples of students creation of 2D and 3D shapes throughout the unit 🙂