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Math Discovery Salt Box

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Lesson plan developed by Aurora Tollestrup, BS Ed

Activity:  
Math Discovery Salt Box

Age Group:
  • Toddler
Math Discovery Salt Box
Math Discovery Salt Box

Objectives:  
Children will:
  • discover math symbols, numbers, and shapes in a hands-on way.

CDA Competency Standard:
II.5.1a
  • Activities and materials encourage curiosity, exploration and discovery.
a) Activities involve developmentally appropriate, hands-on experiences

Materials: 
  • small plastic clear bin
  • salt
  • paintbrush
  • laminated paper with math symbols, numbers, and shapes
  • tape

Procedure: 
To prepare materials:
  • Draw or print out a page with mathematical symbols on it.
  • Laminate the page and tape it to the outside bottom of the bin.
  • Fill the bin with salt and place a paintbrush in it.
  • Invite the children to use the paintbrush to sweep the salt away and discover the mathematical symbols.

Assessment: 
Did the children discover the math symbols and recognize any of them? Observe and record any discoveries or new knowledge.

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