During our Math unit about shapes, we learned the characteristics of 3D shapes including vertices, edges, and faces. After a whole group lesson about these characteristics, we transitioned into math centers where students had multiple opportunities to show their knowledge and practice learning about shapes through various differentiated activities.

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• Shape Center 1: Students work in small groups with the teacher. The teacher guides students through the activity and models how to count the vertices, edges, and faces. After the teacher models, students work independently while the teacher checks in with each student and provides support as needed. Students use manipulatives to complete the activity.

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• Shape Center 2: Students individually use iPads to practice their knowledge of shapes through an adaptive practice website (Front Row Education).

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• Shape Center 3: Students use the "ball and stick" kit to create different 2D and 3D shapes that represent objects in real life. Students are able to learn about different shapes while physically building different shapes and objects. 

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• Shape Center 4: Students use a variety of shapes and their imagination while creating different pieces of art that represent objects or different designs.