Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will have a basic understanding of the concept of 'hashing' through the fun exploration of a simple code that represents a number, and they will learn how to play with numbers and letters in a creative way!
Materials and Prep
- No materials are needed for this lesson, just a curious mind!
- Be ready to explain what numbers and letters are, and how we can play with them like a puzzle.
Activities
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Number Fun:
Start by introducing the number 31337. Ask the student to say it out loud and count to it together. You can also talk about what makes this number special!
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Letter Matching:
Introduce letters that look like numbers (like 'E' for '3'). Create a game of matching numbers to letters, making it a fun way to learn about them!
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Hashing Adventure:
Explain that 'hashing' is like making a secret code. Pretend to create a secret code for the number 31337 using silly sounds or actions. This will help them understand the idea of transforming something into a new form!
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Creative Drawing:
Let the student draw their own version of what they think the number 31337 looks like. Encourage them to be creative and use lots of colors!
Talking Points
- "What number are we talking about today? That's right! It's 31337! Can you say it with me?"
- "Did you know that some letters can look like numbers? Let's find some together!"
- "Hashing is like making a secret code! Can you make a funny sound for our secret code?"
- "Look at your drawing! What colors did you use? How does your number 31337 look in your imagination?"