Step in Progression
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Interaction Ideas (Carpentry Table)
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Identifying the attribute
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You see the children playing at the carpentry table. As you interact with them draw their attention to the attributes of the wood, tools and other materials they are using. Extend their understanding by naming the attributes you are focusing on. For example:
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Direct comparison
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As opportunities arise at the carpentry table ask children questions that encourage the comparison of the length, weight and volume of the wood, tools and other materials they are using. For example:
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Indirect comparison
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The children want to move the carpentry table outside. Take the opportunity to discuss how they could use an item such as string to find out whether the table would fit through the door.
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Using something to measure
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You see the children playing at the carpentry table. As appropriate, encourage them to explore ways they can use the objects they have available to measure lengths. For example:
Comparing length:
Finding the right length:
Estimating measures:
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