Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand and apply basic arithmetic concepts using Lego.
Materials and Prep
- Lego bricks (various colors and sizes)
- Number cards (1-10)
- Math symbols cards (+, -, =)
- Large poster paper or whiteboard
No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.
Activities
-
Activity: Counting with Lego
1. Start by building a tower using Lego bricks.
2. Count the number of bricks in the tower and write the number on a number card.
3. Repeat the process with different towers, using different numbers of bricks each time.
-
Activity: Addition with Lego
1. Build two towers using Lego bricks.
2. Place the addition symbol card between the two towers.
3. Count the total number of bricks in both towers and write the sum on a number card.
-
Activity: Subtraction with Lego
1. Build a tower using Lego bricks.
2. Remove some bricks from the tower.
3. Place the subtraction symbol card next to the tower.
4. Count the remaining number of bricks and write the difference on a number card.
Kindergarten Grade Talking Points
- "Today, we are going to have fun with Lego and learn about numbers and math!"
- "We will start by counting the number of bricks in a tower. Can you count with me?"
- "Now, let's try adding two towers together. What happens when we combine them?"
- "Next, we will learn about subtraction. We will take away some bricks from a tower and see what is left."
- "Remember, math is like building with Lego. We can use numbers and symbols to create new things!"