Second graders in Ms. Colello's class at South Street School recently participated in the first "Figure it Out Friday," part of a districtwide initiative designed to encourage problem-solving and collaboration among peers.  

The lesson, "Next Door Numbers," challenged students to assist numbers 1-10 in relocating to a new house. The unique twist was that the numbers, normally adjacent to each other on the number line, had to be placed in such a way that they were not next to each other in their new home. To accomplish this, students worked in pairs, discussing strategies and sharing ideas. They brainstormed creative approaches, using visual aids and manipulatives to map out their solutions. As a follow-up, students reflected on their experiences, discussing what strategies worked best and what challenges they encountered.  

This interactive lesson not only fostered critical thinking but strengthened the students’ communication and teamwork skills as they navigated a problem together.

Date Added: 11/21/2024