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Outdoor Measuring Continues

Jul 4, 2012 | Maths Outdoors

A few weeks ago I blogged about the stick stacking maths challenge undertaken by a Primary 4 class. The work on measurement and other outdoor activities using sticks has continued. Firstly the children were asked to estimate the height of the buildings and other...

Measuring Sticks

Oct 20, 2011 | Maths Outdoors

During this past term, I’ve always taken a stick with me when going out and about. I stuck masking tape at 10cm intervals. This means that children can measure the size of anything when we are out and about. I haven’t made this a prescriptive activity. I...

Outdoor Maths: Measuring the Size of Sticks

Sep 3, 2011 | Early Years Outdoors, Maths Outdoors

One reason why I like meeting other teachers and visiting different places is that I see lots of different ideas. This one is so simple. It was undertaken during the “Mulle” Walk in the International Skogsmulle event when we visited an outdoor I Ur och...

Kids Measure in Miserable Weather

Jun 29, 2011 | Maths Outdoors

I am reluctant to force children outside to learn. I think it can breed resentment. Also in many schools in which I work, children do not often have the necessary clothing and footwear to stay warm and dry. Several months ago I walked into a Primary 7 (Y6) classroom...