Tuesday, March 26, 2013

2D and 3D Shapes & A Freebie

Well March has really been a whirlwind. (Keep reading to the end of the post for a chance to win some freebies.) We have done so many fun things.  We studied the 2D and 3D shapes.  Building the 3D shapes with toothpicks and mini-marshmallows sounded like a great idea.  The marshmallows were a little bit too soft (fresh) and their creations wanted to collapse.  Lesson learned- next time use small balls of clay, play dough or maybe stale marshmallows. In the end they did learn about vertices, sides and edges while having fun and sneaking a marshmallow here and there.




I created two new learning games which my students really enjoyed.
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THE FREEBIES-To win these 2 great games, like me on Facebook and just leave a comment about how you teach shapes and I will randomly choose 2 winners to get both games each ( an $8.00 value).
Remember to leave your email address.  This quick contest will end at midnight on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. I will announce the winners on Thursday morning. These 2 games will enhance your teaching of 2D and 3D shapes and build your Math Center activities.  Good Luck!
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6 comments:

  1. DelightedMarch 27, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    I use food items (bugles, caramels, etc.) and then I also use the marshmallows & toothpicks like you. :-)
    I love those huge smiles. Fun Stuff!!!

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    1. Heidi FosterMarch 30, 2013 at 10:02 AM

      Thank you for visiting my blog. Your 2 Shape games have been sent. I like the bugles idea. Cute and yummy!! Enjoy

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  2. Julie DiBenedettoMarch 28, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    Thank you so much for inviting me to enter for a chance to win your math units!
    That was so very kind of you! I am seeking knowledge and how to on creating a Math Daily 5 in my classroom. Having the right materials is key.
    To answer your question, Cara caroll has a fantastic shape monster unit that I used and the kids just gobbled it up!
    I am happy to be your newest follower! Stop by and enter for my book giveaway, if you haven't already!
    Julie

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    1. Heidi FosterApril 28, 2013 at 11:49 AM

      Thank you Julie for sharing the shape monster. It is awesome!!

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  3. 1stgradefireworksApril 9, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Hi Heidi! I'm your newest follower! Thanks for stopping by & saying HI! wendy 1stgradefireworks@gmail.com
    1stgradefireworks

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