Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will have learned about the history of forts, practiced math skills through fort-building, explored the science behind structures, improved physical fitness, and enhanced English skills through creative writing.

Materials and Prep

• Pen and paper
• Ruler
• Device with internet access for research
• Space for physical activities

No prior knowledge required, just come with an open mind and willingness to learn!

Activities

• History: Research the history of forts and their significance in warfare.
• Math: Design your own fort using math skills to calculate dimensions and areas.
• Physical Education: Create a mini obstacle course inspired by Fortnight dances and movements.
• Science: Explore the science of structural stability by testing different fort designs.
• English: Write a short story about a fort adventure, incorporating vocabulary from your research.

Talking Points

• History: "Forts have been used for centuries as defensive structures to protect people and territories."
• Math: "Calculating the area of your fort's base will help you determine how much space you have to work with."
• Physical Education: "Staying active through fun movements like those in Fortnight can improve your physical fitness and coordination."
• Science: "Different shapes and materials can affect how strong and stable a fort is, let's experiment and find out!"
• English: "Writing a story about your fort adventure allows you to be creative and practice using new words you've learned."