Using cups, pails and pippets in the water table

Math

• The student has learned about measurement and volume by using different sized cups and pails to pour and transfer water.
• They have practiced counting and one-to-one correspondence by using the pippets to fill up the cups a specific number of times.
• The activity has introduced the concept of capacity as the child explores how much water each container can hold.
• They have experimented with pouring and filling, providing hands-on experience with the concept of addition and subtraction, as they pour water from one container to another.

Encourage the child to explore the concepts of volume and measurement by introducing different items for them to measure using the cups and pails. Also, try incorporating simple addition and subtraction by asking them to add or remove a specified amount of water from a container.

Book Recommendations

• "Math for All Seasons" by Greg Tang: This book creatively reinforces the concept of counting and addition using everyday scenarios.
• "Measuring Penny" by Loreen Leedy: This book cleverly introduces measurement and volume through the adventures of Lisa and her dog, Penny.