PDP4801
ASSIGNMENT 4
2023
, Lesson Title: Exploring Shapes through Multisensory Activities
Grade Level: 2
Objective: To assist a grade 2 learner with visual perceptual challenges in comprehending
shapes using multisensory activities. The lesson will focus on visual discrimination, visual
memory, and spatial relations skills.
Materials Needed:
Various textured and tactile materials (e.g., sandpaper, fabric, foam)
Paper cut outs of basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
Clay or playdough
Blindfold or cloth
Large poster board
Markers
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
Introduction: Begin by discussing the concept of shapes with the learner. Explain why shapes
are important and how they're used in everyday life. Emphasize that shapes help us
categorize and understand objects around us.
Activity 1: Texture Shapes Exploration Objective: Addressing Visual Discrimination and Tactile
Perception
Visual discrimination is a foundational visual skill encompassing the ability to perceive and
differentiate between various visual attributes, such as shapes, colours, and patterns. For
learners grappling with visual perceptual challenges, honing visual discrimination skills is a
pivotal step towards accurate recognition and categorization of objects.
Addressing Visual Discrimination: In the "Texture Shapes Exploration" activity, our focus lies
on creating a multisensory experience that aids visual discrimination. This activity engages
the learner's tactile senses, adding an unconventional dimension to the perception of shapes.
By incorporating the sense of touch, we open a new channel for the learner to understand
shapes beyond what traditional visual identification offers. The learner will develop their
ability to differentiate between different shapes through tactile exploration. By touching and
feeling textured shapes, the learner will enhance their visual discrimination skills, which
involve distinguishing one shape from another
How to Address It: Present various paper cut outs of shapes to the learner. While blindfolded
or with their eyes closed, they will touch each shape and describe its texture. This hands-on
experience will help them connect the tactile information to the visual concept of shapes,
improving their ability to recognize shapes by touch
The Multisensory Approach: During this activity, learners feel paper cut-outs of shapes with
various textures while being blindfolded. This sensory experience allows them to explore how
different shapes feel under their fingertips. For instance, they can distinguish between a
ASSIGNMENT 4
2023
, Lesson Title: Exploring Shapes through Multisensory Activities
Grade Level: 2
Objective: To assist a grade 2 learner with visual perceptual challenges in comprehending
shapes using multisensory activities. The lesson will focus on visual discrimination, visual
memory, and spatial relations skills.
Materials Needed:
Various textured and tactile materials (e.g., sandpaper, fabric, foam)
Paper cut outs of basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
Clay or playdough
Blindfold or cloth
Large poster board
Markers
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
Introduction: Begin by discussing the concept of shapes with the learner. Explain why shapes
are important and how they're used in everyday life. Emphasize that shapes help us
categorize and understand objects around us.
Activity 1: Texture Shapes Exploration Objective: Addressing Visual Discrimination and Tactile
Perception
Visual discrimination is a foundational visual skill encompassing the ability to perceive and
differentiate between various visual attributes, such as shapes, colours, and patterns. For
learners grappling with visual perceptual challenges, honing visual discrimination skills is a
pivotal step towards accurate recognition and categorization of objects.
Addressing Visual Discrimination: In the "Texture Shapes Exploration" activity, our focus lies
on creating a multisensory experience that aids visual discrimination. This activity engages
the learner's tactile senses, adding an unconventional dimension to the perception of shapes.
By incorporating the sense of touch, we open a new channel for the learner to understand
shapes beyond what traditional visual identification offers. The learner will develop their
ability to differentiate between different shapes through tactile exploration. By touching and
feeling textured shapes, the learner will enhance their visual discrimination skills, which
involve distinguishing one shape from another
How to Address It: Present various paper cut outs of shapes to the learner. While blindfolded
or with their eyes closed, they will touch each shape and describe its texture. This hands-on
experience will help them connect the tactile information to the visual concept of shapes,
improving their ability to recognize shapes by touch
The Multisensory Approach: During this activity, learners feel paper cut-outs of shapes with
various textures while being blindfolded. This sensory experience allows them to explore how
different shapes feel under their fingertips. For instance, they can distinguish between a
