Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to explore math concepts through a fun activity of creating empty flower pot designs.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: empty flower pots, colored markers or paints, ruler, paper, pencil

No prior knowledge required, just bring your creativity!

Activities

1. Measure the height and circumference of the flower pot using a ruler.

2. Calculate the total surface area of the flower pot by adding the area of the curved surface and the base.

3. Design and draw your own creative patterns on the flower pot using the markers or paints.

Talking Points

• Let's measure how tall the flower pot is. Can you show me how to use the ruler to measure?

"Let's see how tall this flower pot is. We can use the ruler to measure from the bottom to the top."

• Now, let's measure around the flower pot. Can you tell me what that is called?

"Now, let's measure around the flower pot. This is called the circumference. Can you say circumference?"

• Great job! Now, can you add the height and circumference together to find the total surface area?

"Awesome! Now, let's add the height and circumference together to find out how much space we have to decorate."

• Time to get creative! How would you like to design your flower pot? Let's start drawing!

"Now comes the fun part! How do you want to decorate your flower pot? Let's start drawing colorful patterns!"