Built house with Magnatiles

Math

• The student learned about spatial awareness and geometry while building the house with Magnatiles, as they had to consider the shape, size, and orientation of each tile.
• They practiced counting and measuring by estimating how many Magnatiles were needed for different parts of the house and comparing the lengths of different walls.
• The student explored symmetry and patterns while designing the house with the Magnatiles, creating balanced and visually appealing structures.
• They gained understanding of basic addition and subtraction concepts through building and adjusting the house dimensions using the Magnatiles.

Science

• Through building the house, the student developed an understanding of simple engineering principles, such as how to create stable structures and knowledge of balance and weight distribution.
• They explored the concept of magnetism by experiencing the way Magnatiles attract and repel each other, and how this influenced the stability of their constructed house.
• The student gained an understanding of the properties of different materials as they chose the appropriate Magnatiles for different parts of the house based on strength and magnetic connection.
• They experienced the concept of cause and effect as they made adjustments to the house design and observed how it affected the stability and overall structure of the house.

Encourage the student to take their house-building skills further by introducing more complex designs and challenges, such as building multi-story houses, including roofs and interior features. They can also experiment with combining Magnatiles with other building materials for added complexity.

Book Recommendations

• Iggy Peck, Architect by Andrea Beaty: Follow a young boy who loves to build and create, teaching readers about creativity and perseverance.
• How a House is Built by Gail Gibbons: This book provides a detailed look at how houses are built, offering insight into construction and engineering.
• Building a House by Byron Barton: A simple and engaging book that introduces the process of building a house through colorful illustrations and easy-to-follow explanations.