Learning Incognito

I want to create a variety of environments in my classroom to get students engaged in learning. To do this I need materials that can transform my classroom into different themes and props for students. These materials can be incorporated into all subject areas. The construction materials will be used during reading and math. Students will put on their hard hats and vests and get to work investigating area and perimeter of shapes around the class "construction site." For reading, students will dig into reading passages and search for evidence to support their answers. The table clothes, chef hats, and trays will be used to create a reader's cafe where students will participate in a book tasting. Students will dress the part while skimming through a variety of genres to find books that interest them. The games, black lights, and glow sticks will transform the classroom into a glow party for math review. Students will be divided into groups and sent to a station where they will have to work together as a team to solve math problems. After solving one problem, students can shoot a hoop, throw a ring or bean bag, etc. to celebrate their success and motivate them to solve the next problem, all while donning glow sticks and working under black lights.

Students will be engaged and learning the entire time because academic and social skills have been disguised by games and props.

I can't wait to bring this project to life and see the excitement of learning in my students' faces. I have an amazing group of students this year and I know they will appreciate your support and belief in them.