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Tips

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Explore projects that involve patterns and matching

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Provide children with blocks and other construction toys so they can create, break down,
and rebuild own designs

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Promote creativity by encouraging students to use recycle materials, such as tissue boxes,
in order to build something

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Children most likely think with images. Encourage them to draw their designs before
they start building them
Making Connections with Other Topics
Connected with I am Unique: What is my favourite building or structure? What is my
opinion about this plan? Can I design and build something new?
Connected with How Things Work: How construction works? What is the process of
planning and creating something?
Connected with Imagination: Travel around the world and learn about significant
structures. Imagine that you are an architect. Imagine that you are an engineer. What do
you want to make?
Connected with Seasons: What are some of the difficulties that each season has regarding
the construction process? What are some of the benefits of each season?