Rhombus-Shaped Rocks, or Diamonds
The kids wanted to go ride their bikes outside and while everyone took their water break, we took the opportunity to look for rocks. It all started by asking the kids to look for rocks in the shape of triangles. Those were put in a pile. Then I asked them to look for rocks in the shape of rectangles. Then one of them found a trapezoid shaped rock and the rest found more of those. After that, it was time to look for rocks shaped like a rhombus, or diamond shaped. It took all of five minutes and it was fun! That’s all it has to take to see shapes in shapes because it is just that easy. The best thing about this is that it is a scavenger hunt that is fun at any season of the year 🙂 So go outside and explore the shapes that rocks have to offer!
Rectangle-Shaped Rocks
Heart-Shaped Rocks
Trapezoid-Shaped Rocks
Triangle-Shaped Rocks
Something to Think About:
Go outside and search for the shapes because they do happen naturally, even hearts! If you do not have a yard, or a place to look for rocks, then go look at the shapes you see on buildings, or the sidewalk. The shapes are everywhere and it is free! No prepping, no spending, just walk outside and point these things out to your kids. From time to time, ask them what shape this is, or ask them to find something in this shape. It is so much fun!
Get excited about math and get them excited too! When you show interest, they will follow. Change the way they see the world because it is so beautiful outside 🙂
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