Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply arithmetic skills to measure and mix ingredients to make salt dough.
Materials and Prep
You will need:
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of salt
- 1 cup of water
- A mixing bowl
- A spoon for mixing
No prior knowledge is needed for this lesson.
Activities
1. Measure 2 cups of flour and 1 cup of salt, then mix them in a bowl.
2. Gradually add 1 cup of water to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a flat surface until smooth and pliable.
Fourth Grade Talking Points
- "Today, we are going to use our math skills to measure and mix ingredients to make salt dough. We will practice adding and measuring."
- "When we measure the flour and salt, we are using our knowledge of numbers and quantities."
- "Adding the water gradually and stirring the mixture helps us understand the concept of fractions and mixing."
- "Kneading the dough until it's smooth and pliable shows us how persistence and effort can lead to a satisfying result."