$19

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Tangrams for Beginners: Integrating Math and Art to Make Your Own Puzzles

Completed by 7 learners
Ages 6-10
Live One-Time Class
Students will integrate art and math to design and create their own puzzles while learning about tangrams and isosceles triangles. #creative #academic
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(208 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-9 learners per class
45 min

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours
Assessment
Feedback will be provided as students work in class.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 4
Beginner Level
In this 45 minute course, students will be introduced to the concepts of both tangrams and isosceles triangles. A brief lesson on how to divide squares into different triangles will be provided. Students will then be provided with a template for creating their own puzzles. Students will draw and create their own creatures on the template worksheet. Students can share their work as they create their puzzle in class. When the design, drawing, and coloring is finished, students will cut their puzzle into isosceles triangles. They can rearrange all the pieces and then try to recreate their original work. A PDF of the puzzle template will be provided prior to the class. Since it is very generic, the students can print and draw multiple versions of their own puzzles. Learners need no prior experience for this class.

Learning Goals

Students will learn about tangrams and isosceles triangles. They will also use problem solving skills to design and solve their homemade puzzle.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Some students may need help cutting their puzzle at the end of the lesson.
Supply List
Students will be provided with a PDF of the worksheet prior to class. Learners will need a pencil, colored pencils or markers, and scissors. I recommend putting their puzzle pieces in a plastic ziplock at the end of the lesson.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

5.0
208reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Montana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Montana State University Billings
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Montana State University Billings
Hello Learners! My name is Corrie Bowman Ostrem and I have been a full-time, certified teacher for 24 years teaching grades 2-7. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Montana State University-Billings. I specialize in Gifted education and have extensive experience with math and science curriculums in these grade levels. I have taught grade K-12 as a substitute teacher prior to my regular teaching career. Additionally, I have worked as a private tutor over the last 10 years and have taught for an online ESL learning company in China for the two years. My experience teaching has been in both the state of Arizona and Montana, and at a private bilingual German/ English school in Berlin, Germany (3 years). I have extensive knowledge and training in the Common Core Curriculum and standardized testing platforms, but also have a great passion for extending the learning and creativity of gifted and motivated students. I have successfully taught over 3,500 lessons online to students from around the world. After school, I have coached math clubs, science bowls, science fairs, foreign language, art, film, architecture, and game-based clubs.


I have extensive experience teaching the full elementary spectrum of standards including the subjects of math, science, language arts, writing, reading, social studies, and art. My passions are in math and science fields, although I typically use a cross curricular approach to integrate all the subject areas into lessons. I believe in student choice and passion-based learning and am willing to tailor my teaching based on student interest or need. I believe all content and standards can be taught in a fun, interactive, and engaging themes, making learning much more fun and memorable. I have a strong desire to help kids reach their full potential and strive to provide opportunities for students to dive deeper into topics, go beyond the typical classroom standards, and develop a love of learning at an early age.

Personally, I am a wife, mother, and dog-mom. I love the outdoors and can often be found boating, fishing, or camping. I have a son, two step sons, and two enormous labrador retrievers who keep me as busy as my children! Education is both a passion and hobby for me. I love my job and could not see myself doing anything else as a career! I hope to see you in the classroom soon!

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