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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	tangrams
What length (min)	50
What age group	Year or Grade 6
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Tangrams

Objectives

• Understand the concept of tangrams and their historical significance.
• Develop spatial awareness and geometric reasoning skills.
• Learn to classify and create shapes using tangram pieces.
• Enhance problem-solving skills through collaborative activities.
• Encourage creativity while forming new shapes and patterns.

Materials

• Tangram sets (one per student or pair)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Worksheet with tangram problems and puzzles
• Scissors and coloured paper for a creative activity
• Ruler and compass (for extension activities)

Grade/Age Group

Year 6

Subject

Mathematics

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

• This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics - Measurement and Geometry, particularly in understanding angles and shapes, and applying geometric techniques.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Tangrams	10 min	Introduce the concept of tangrams, including history and uses. Use visual aids to show examples. Discuss the importance of shapes and geometry.
2	Demonstration	10 min	Show how to assemble tangram pieces to form a specific shape (e.g., a square or a star). Explain the difference between various shapes and angles.
3	Guided Practice	15 min	Hand out tangram sets and worksheets. Students will follow along to create prescribed shapes using their tangram pieces while working individually or in pairs.
4	Collaborative Challenges	10 min	Students work in small groups to create their original shapes. Encourage sharing and discussion about their designs.
5	Reflection & Wrap-Up	5 min	Discuss what students learned about shapes and geometry through tangrams. Reinforce key vocabulary and concepts.
6	Homework Distribution	5 min	Distribute a worksheet with tangram puzzles for homework. Explain that it will be checked for completion but not presented in class.

Assessment

• Monitor student participation during activities.
• Review completed worksheets for understanding of tangram concepts.
• Provide feedback on homework to ensure clarity and comprehension without the need for presentations.

Homework

• Complete the worksheet on tangram puzzles, which includes creating new shapes using tangrams and solving tangram problems.

Additional Notes

• Encourage students to work collaboratively and support one another.
• Be prepared to assist students who may struggle with spatial reasoning or the assembly of tangram pieces.
• Foster a creative environment where students feel comfortable sharing their designs.

Lesson script