We used this set of flag cards to think and speak like mathematicians. The children pointed out many interesting details. Most of the flags had two or three colours. Many flags had shapes such as triangles, stars, crosses, and stripes. Although running in different directions, the flags of France, Italy, and Germany all have three bars of various colours. We practised counting and sorting in French. How many of the flags have red? Blue? Green? White? The children made many clever observations and connections!
In our learning groups, we have been discussing the upcoming Winter Olympics. During the Opening Ceremonies on Friday, all the athletes will parade into the stadium carrying their countries’ flags. The children sifted through a set of 10 flag cards. How many countries could we identify? Many students quickly recognized the Canadian and American flags. Several other children suggested locations where they have seen flags flown, such as in front of our school, in the gym, and at arenas.
We used this set of flag cards to think and speak like mathematicians. The children pointed out many interesting details. Most of the flags had two or three colours. Many flags had shapes such as triangles, stars, crosses, and stripes. Although running in different directions, the flags of France, Italy, and Germany all have three bars of various colours. We practised counting and sorting in French. How many of the flags have red? Blue? Green? White? The children made many clever observations and connections!
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