Robertson Elementary School 
Kindergarten is where the magic of learning begins, especially when it came to shapes. Did you know that your child could have a blast while learning about circles, squares, and even cubes? Let’s explore how Play-Doh made math exciting for your little one in a lesson conducted by their Instructional Technology Specialist, even though it was a “low-tech” form of technology.
**Connecting to TEKS Standards:**
1. **Spotting Shapes (TEKS K.6A):** Your child learned to recognize and describe shapes like circles, triangles, squares, and more. With Play-Doh, they molded these shapes themselves, making learning hands-on and super fun.
2. **Checking Out Features (TEKS K.6B):** With Play-Doh, kids felt the sides, corners, and edges of shapes, helping them understand what made each shape unique. It was like a tactile adventure in geometry!
3. **Building Shapes (TEKS K.6C):** Using Play-Doh, children constructed both flat (2D) and solid (3D) shapes. They rolled out dough to make circles or stacked it to form cubes—it was like playing and learning at the same time!
Benefits of Play-Doh in Math Learning:
Here’s why Play-Doh is a parent’s best friend when it comes to math:
1. **Hands-On Fun:** Playing with Play-Doh isn’t just fun; it is a fantastic way for kids to get hands-on with math concepts, making learning a blast.
2. **Sensory Adventure:** With Play-Doh, children use their senses to explore shapes, making learning a multi-sensory experience that sticks with them.
3. **Boosts Creativity:** Play-Doh sparks creativity as kids experiment with shapes, encouraging them to think outside the box and come up with new creations.
4. **Encourages Teamwork:** When kids play with Play-Doh together, they learn to collaborate and communicate, making math even more enjoyable.
With Play-Doh, learning shapes became an exciting journey for your kindergartener. Not only did they meet important math standards, but they also continued to develop a love for learning that stayed with them for life. So, let the shape adventures continue!