Geometry students practiced nine new parallelogram theorems today. A rope with sixteen knots gave students an individual location. Mrs. Julie Petersen shared a theorem and students had to create it with the rope. Then they were able to double check sides and angles, fulfilling expectations.
As a bonus to this activity, the class was able to talk about leadership skills. Who was a vocal leader? Who had ideas but was not confident to share? What happens if someone’s idea didn’t work? Is it important to be a good listener?
Allowing students to interact with geometry properties deepens their understanding and aids in long-term memory.
