EMA1501 Assignment 3
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2025 - DUE August 2025
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,QUESTION 1: Shape Treasure Hunt
Activity Theme: "The Great Shape Adventure!" Focus: Introduction to basic shapes (circle,
square, triangle, rectangle), counting (1-5 or more), and spatial awareness (in, on, under, next to).
1.1 Materials Needed:
1. Name of resource: Cardboard Cut-out Shapes Illustration or picture: (Imagine here a
picture of various colorful shapes cut from cardboard: 5 circles, 5 squares, 5 triangles, 5
rectangles. Each shape is large enough for a child to easily handle.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: These would be handmade or printed from an educational
resource site for personal use.
2. Name of resource: Treasure Chest (or decorated box) Illustration or picture: (Imagine
here a small, decorative box or a plastic container, perhaps painted brown with gold
accents, to look like a treasure chest.) Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom
material.
3. Name of resource: Small "Treasure" Items (e.g., small toys, stickers, crayons)
Illustration or picture: (Imagine here a collection of small, appealing items like colorful
pom-poms, shiny stickers, mini erasers, or a few small plastic animals.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom rewards/manipulatives.
4. Name of resource: Picture Cards with Shape Outlines and Spatial Cues Illustration or
picture: (Imagine here a set of laminated cards. Each card has a clear outline of one of
the target shapes (e.g., a square outline). Below the shape, there's a simple drawing or
photo of a location in the classroom with a spatial cue, e.g., a picture of a table with an
arrow pointing under it, or a shelf with an arrow pointing on it.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: These would be teacher-created printables.
5. Name of resource: Large Hoop or "Sorting Area" Markers Illustration or picture:
(Imagine here a large hula hoop, or four large pieces of colored construction paper, each
with a drawing of one of the target shapes, to define sorting areas on the floor.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom equipment.
1.2 Steps and Instructions for the Treasure Hunt Activity:
Introduction (10 minutes)
Teacher: "Good morning, my little explorers! Today, we're going on an exciting adventure
called the 'Great Shape Adventure'! Who's ready to find some hidden treasures?" (Wait for
enthusiastic responses). Teacher: "Before we start, let's remember some of our special friends,
the shapes! Look at this!" (Hold up a large circle cut-out.) "Who can tell me what shape this is?
Yes, it's a circle, like a wheel or the sun!" (Repeat for square, triangle, and rectangle, asking
children to identify and find examples in the room). Teacher: "Great job! Now, for our treasure
hunt, we'll need to listen very carefully to find where the shapes are hiding. We'll also be using
our counting skills and learning about where things are – like under the table or on the chair!"
Teacher: "Remember, we need to be good listeners, good friends, and have fun!"
, Shape Treasure Hunt (15 minutes)
Teacher: "Alright, explorers! Our treasure chest is empty, but soon it will be full of surprises!
To find the treasures, we need to find some special clues – our shape cards! I've hidden some
shape cards around our classroom. Each card has a shape and a secret hiding spot clue!"
Teacher: "When you find a card, look at the shape. For example, if you find a card with a square
on it, you'll know you're looking for square objects! Then, look at the picture on the card, it will
show you where to look. Is it under the table? Is it on the shelf? Is it next to the door?" Teacher:
"Your mission is to find the shape cards, read the clues, and then find the corresponding
cardboard shape cut-outs that match the shape and are hidden in the clue location. Each cut-out
shape will have a tiny 'treasure' item attached to it! Carefully bring the shape and its treasure
back to our sorting area!" Teacher: "Ready? Set, GO!" (Children search for the cards and then
the shapes with attached treasures. Provide verbal cues and support as needed, e.g., "Look under
the blue rug!" or "Is that a triangle next to the bookshelf?").
Counting and Sorting (10 minutes)
Teacher: "Wow, you are amazing treasure hunters! Look at all the shapes and treasures we
found!" Teacher: "Now, let's see what we have. Over here, we have four special spots on the
floor, one for each shape: a circle spot, a square spot, a triangle spot, and a rectangle spot." (Point
to the sorting areas defined by hoops or shape markers). Teacher: "Let's work together to sort
our shapes. If you have a circle, put it on the circle spot. If you have a square, put it on the square
spot." (Guide children to sort their collected cardboard shapes into the correct areas). Teacher:
"Fantastic sorting! Now, let's count how many of each shape we found. Everyone, point to the
circle spot. Let's count all the circles together: 1, 2, 3... (up to 5 or more). Great! We found
[number] circles! Let's do the same for the squares, triangles, and rectangles." (Count each pile
of shapes). Teacher: "And look at all the little treasures we collected! Each shape had a treasure.
You each have a treasure now, don't you? Let's count how many treasures you found in total as a
class! Or, if there are enough, count how many treasures each friend found."
Creative Art Activity (10 minutes)
Teacher: "You did such a wonderful job finding and sorting shapes! Now, let's use our found
treasures and shapes to make something beautiful!" Teacher: "Today, we are going to make a
'Shape Collage'! I have some big sheets of paper for everyone. You can use the small 'treasure'
items (like stickers or pom-poms) and some pre-cut smaller paper shapes (circles, squares,
triangles, rectangles) that I have here, along with glue sticks." Teacher: "Think about the shapes
we found. Can you make a house using a square and a triangle? Can you make a car using
rectangles and circles? Be creative! You can stick your shapes and treasures onto your paper to
create your own unique picture. Remember, there's no right or wrong way – just have fun with
your shapes!" (Provide examples if necessary, and circulate to assist children with gluing and
design ideas).
Reflection and Conclusion on the Treasure Hunt Activity (5 minutes)
(PORTFOLIO
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2025 - DUE August 2025
For assistance contact
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,QUESTION 1: Shape Treasure Hunt
Activity Theme: "The Great Shape Adventure!" Focus: Introduction to basic shapes (circle,
square, triangle, rectangle), counting (1-5 or more), and spatial awareness (in, on, under, next to).
1.1 Materials Needed:
1. Name of resource: Cardboard Cut-out Shapes Illustration or picture: (Imagine here a
picture of various colorful shapes cut from cardboard: 5 circles, 5 squares, 5 triangles, 5
rectangles. Each shape is large enough for a child to easily handle.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: These would be handmade or printed from an educational
resource site for personal use.
2. Name of resource: Treasure Chest (or decorated box) Illustration or picture: (Imagine
here a small, decorative box or a plastic container, perhaps painted brown with gold
accents, to look like a treasure chest.) Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom
material.
3. Name of resource: Small "Treasure" Items (e.g., small toys, stickers, crayons)
Illustration or picture: (Imagine here a collection of small, appealing items like colorful
pom-poms, shiny stickers, mini erasers, or a few small plastic animals.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom rewards/manipulatives.
4. Name of resource: Picture Cards with Shape Outlines and Spatial Cues Illustration or
picture: (Imagine here a set of laminated cards. Each card has a clear outline of one of
the target shapes (e.g., a square outline). Below the shape, there's a simple drawing or
photo of a location in the classroom with a spatial cue, e.g., a picture of a table with an
arrow pointing under it, or a shelf with an arrow pointing on it.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: These would be teacher-created printables.
5. Name of resource: Large Hoop or "Sorting Area" Markers Illustration or picture:
(Imagine here a large hula hoop, or four large pieces of colored construction paper, each
with a drawing of one of the target shapes, to define sorting areas on the floor.)
Acknowledgement/Citation: Common classroom equipment.
1.2 Steps and Instructions for the Treasure Hunt Activity:
Introduction (10 minutes)
Teacher: "Good morning, my little explorers! Today, we're going on an exciting adventure
called the 'Great Shape Adventure'! Who's ready to find some hidden treasures?" (Wait for
enthusiastic responses). Teacher: "Before we start, let's remember some of our special friends,
the shapes! Look at this!" (Hold up a large circle cut-out.) "Who can tell me what shape this is?
Yes, it's a circle, like a wheel or the sun!" (Repeat for square, triangle, and rectangle, asking
children to identify and find examples in the room). Teacher: "Great job! Now, for our treasure
hunt, we'll need to listen very carefully to find where the shapes are hiding. We'll also be using
our counting skills and learning about where things are – like under the table or on the chair!"
Teacher: "Remember, we need to be good listeners, good friends, and have fun!"
, Shape Treasure Hunt (15 minutes)
Teacher: "Alright, explorers! Our treasure chest is empty, but soon it will be full of surprises!
To find the treasures, we need to find some special clues – our shape cards! I've hidden some
shape cards around our classroom. Each card has a shape and a secret hiding spot clue!"
Teacher: "When you find a card, look at the shape. For example, if you find a card with a square
on it, you'll know you're looking for square objects! Then, look at the picture on the card, it will
show you where to look. Is it under the table? Is it on the shelf? Is it next to the door?" Teacher:
"Your mission is to find the shape cards, read the clues, and then find the corresponding
cardboard shape cut-outs that match the shape and are hidden in the clue location. Each cut-out
shape will have a tiny 'treasure' item attached to it! Carefully bring the shape and its treasure
back to our sorting area!" Teacher: "Ready? Set, GO!" (Children search for the cards and then
the shapes with attached treasures. Provide verbal cues and support as needed, e.g., "Look under
the blue rug!" or "Is that a triangle next to the bookshelf?").
Counting and Sorting (10 minutes)
Teacher: "Wow, you are amazing treasure hunters! Look at all the shapes and treasures we
found!" Teacher: "Now, let's see what we have. Over here, we have four special spots on the
floor, one for each shape: a circle spot, a square spot, a triangle spot, and a rectangle spot." (Point
to the sorting areas defined by hoops or shape markers). Teacher: "Let's work together to sort
our shapes. If you have a circle, put it on the circle spot. If you have a square, put it on the square
spot." (Guide children to sort their collected cardboard shapes into the correct areas). Teacher:
"Fantastic sorting! Now, let's count how many of each shape we found. Everyone, point to the
circle spot. Let's count all the circles together: 1, 2, 3... (up to 5 or more). Great! We found
[number] circles! Let's do the same for the squares, triangles, and rectangles." (Count each pile
of shapes). Teacher: "And look at all the little treasures we collected! Each shape had a treasure.
You each have a treasure now, don't you? Let's count how many treasures you found in total as a
class! Or, if there are enough, count how many treasures each friend found."
Creative Art Activity (10 minutes)
Teacher: "You did such a wonderful job finding and sorting shapes! Now, let's use our found
treasures and shapes to make something beautiful!" Teacher: "Today, we are going to make a
'Shape Collage'! I have some big sheets of paper for everyone. You can use the small 'treasure'
items (like stickers or pom-poms) and some pre-cut smaller paper shapes (circles, squares,
triangles, rectangles) that I have here, along with glue sticks." Teacher: "Think about the shapes
we found. Can you make a house using a square and a triangle? Can you make a car using
rectangles and circles? Be creative! You can stick your shapes and treasures onto your paper to
create your own unique picture. Remember, there's no right or wrong way – just have fun with
your shapes!" (Provide examples if necessary, and circulate to assist children with gluing and
design ideas).
Reflection and Conclusion on the Treasure Hunt Activity (5 minutes)
