How many triangles can you find?
A shape puzzle was presented to the class during Morning Meeting.
The mathematicians were invited to find as many triangles within the shape puzzle. First, we used card to draw and cut out the triangle puzzle.
Then, the mathematicians played with the pieces to find as many triangular shapes as they can. Manipulating the different pieces allowed them to think of a range of combinations.
Then, we used the image to draw out the different triangles.
The mathematicians found 17 triangles!
We wonder how many YOU can find!
Approaches to Learning (ATL’s)
- observe carefully
- record observations—drawing
- make thinking visible
