Creating a Star: Sticks and String

Creating a Star: Sticks and String

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to create a star out of sticks and string.

What do you already know about creating shapes with sticks and string?

Materials Needed

Sticks, string, scissors, and a flat surface.

Understanding the Star Shape

Discuss the characteristics of a star shape and its significance.

Preparation of Sticks

Demonstrate how to cut and arrange the sticks to form the star shape.

Securing with String

Show how to use the string to secure the sticks together and form the star.

Decorative Options

Discuss different ways to decorate the star with additional materials if desired.

Practice Time

Allow students to create their own stars with the provided materials.

Show and Tell

Invite students to share their completed stars and describe their creative process.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.