As preparation for this discussion, review the Unit Readings and Resources, incl

As preparation for this discussion, review the Unit Readings and Resources, including the articles about outdoor math and science activities.
Throughout this course, we have explored how teachers can create stimulating standards-based learning environments using a myriad of materials and settings.
Consider this scenario for your initial response:
As a teacher, you wish to engage the children in learning and enjoying math through outdoor play and activities using a playground environment (your current playground or an imagined playground).
Share activity ideas connected to each of the 5 math domains that you can do with children using the outdoor playground environment. You may list different activities for each domain or you may come up with ideas that connect to multiple math domains. For each activity idea, state the associated math domain and list a math related word or phrase that could be used to engage in “math talk” to extend child learning. Examples of math words or phrases include symmetry, cylinder, how many, inch, or make a pattern.
Teachers have an important role in forming child dispositions towards math. Discuss how outdoor math playground activities, like the ideas you each shared impact attitudes about math, including your own.


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