Lesson plan

Lesson Plan for Mathematics

Topic

Create Digital Landscapes out of Food

Objectives

To understand the basic principles of geometry in creating digital landscapes.
To apply mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios using food items.
To enhance creativity and critical thinking through digital design.
To work collaboratively in pairs to complete design tasks.
To develop skills in interpreting and creating visual representations.

Materials

Computers with design software or online design tools
Printable cards for students to fill out
Projector and screen for demonstration
Markers and colored pencils
Access to online resources for food images and templates

Grade/Age Group

Year 6

Subject

Mathematics

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for Mathematics, specifically in the areas of geometry, measurement, and data representation.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Digital Landscapes	5 minutes	Introduce the topic and objectives of the lesson. Explain how food can inspire digital landscapes.
2	Distributing Printable Cards	5 minutes	Hand out printable cards to each student. Explain the purpose and content they will fill in during class.
3	Geometry Basics	5 minutes	Teach the basic geometric shapes relevant to landscape creation. Show examples using food items.
4	Digital Landscape Creation	10 minutes	Students work in pairs to create their digital landscapes using design software, applying the geometry concepts learned.
5	Random Checking of Cards	3 minutes	Collect the printable cards or randomly check for completion to ensure understanding without presentations.
6	Class Reflection and Sharing	2 minutes	Conclude the lesson by reflecting on what was learned. Invite pairs to share their experience without formal presentations.

Homework

Students will be assigned to design a food-themed digital landscape at home, using the geometric principles discussed in class. The designs will be submitted digitally by the following class.

Lesson script

Introduction to Digital Landscapes

"Good morning, class! Today, we’re diving into an exciting topic — Digital Landscapes! Specifically, we’ll be looking at how food can inspire our very own digital creations.

Our objectives for today are:

To understand basic principles of geometry and how they help us create landscapes.
To apply what we learn to real-world scenarios, using food items as our inspiration.
To enhance our creativity and critical thinking skills through digital design.
To work collaboratively in pairs on design tasks.
To develop our skills in interpreting and creating visual representations.

Are we ready to get started?"

Distributing Printable Cards

"First, let’s make sure we have all the materials we need. I’m going to hand out these printable cards to each of you.

These cards will help you organize your thoughts and ideas as we go through the lesson. You will fill out these cards with the shapes you plan to use in your digital landscape and what food items you want to represent.

Let’s ensure everyone receives a card. Take one and hold on to it!"

Geometry Basics

"Now that we have our cards, let’s talk about geometry! Geometry is all around us, and it can be especially fun when we create landscapes.

I’m going to show you some basic geometric shapes — can anyone tell me what shapes they see in the food items on the screen? [Pause for responses if using a projector]

Great observations! We have triangles in the mountains, circles in the sun, and rectangles in sushi! Let’s remember these shapes as we design our own landscapes today.

Now, look at your cards. You’ll want to think about which shapes you can incorporate in your landscape design."

Digital Landscape Creation

"Alright, it’s time for the fun part! You’ll be working in pairs to create your digital landscapes using the software we have access to.

Remember the geometric shapes we discussed and think about how you can use your selected food items as inspiration.

As you work, try to apply the concepts we talked about. Use your printable cards as a reference for the shapes you want to include in your design.

You have 10 minutes to create your landscapes. Let your creativity flow!"

Random Checking of Cards

"Time’s up! I hope everyone enjoyed creating their digital landscapes. Before we move on to the next step, I’m going to take a moment to check your printable cards.

I’ll randomly select some cards to have a quick look at; this way, I can make sure everyone is on the right track. Don’t worry, this isn’t about perfection — it’s about understanding.

[Walk around the class checking cards.]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! If I don’t get to your card, don’t worry; I’ll make sure we talk about your ideas after class if you’d like."

Class Reflection and Sharing

"Finally, let’s wrap up our lesson with a quick reflection. What did you enjoy most about creating your digital landscapes?

Feel free to share your experiences with your partner. I’d love to hear some highlights without needing a formal presentation.

Again, this is not about the complexity of your designs, but about understanding the geometric principles we’ve applied.

Thank you all for your hard work today! Just a quick reminder: for homework, you will design a food-themed digital landscape, using the geometry principles we discussed. Make sure you submit it digitally by our next class.

See you next time!"

Printables

| Question                                                                                   | Answer |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| What are the basic geometric shapes we discussed in class today?                          |        |
| How can food items inspire our digital landscape designs?                                  |        |
| What shape did we identify in the mountains?                                              |        |
| How long do you have to create your digital landscape in pairs?                           |        |
| What should you use your printable cards for during the design process?                   |        |
| Why is it important to check your ideas regularly while creating your digital landscape?  |        |
| What was one highlight you shared with your partner about the digital landscape activity?  |        |
| For homework, what theme is your digital landscape supposed to revolve around?            |        |

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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Create digital landscapes out of food
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 6
Class size	20
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Number of slides	5
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