RDF2601
Assignment 3 2025
(617606) Answer
Guide - DUE 19
September 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100%
VERIFIED AND
CERTIFIED ANSWERS.
,RDF2601 Assignment 3 2025 (617606) Answer Guide - DUE 19 September 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN
REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A
GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in
your academics.
PREPARED BY DR. FRED ().
UNISA, 2025.
Contents
QUESTION 1 .............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Critique of Using Natural Materials in Teaching Mathematical Concepts............................... 2
1.2 Comparison of Sustainability: Natural vs. Manufactured Materials ......................................... 4
1.3 Reason Why Natural Materials Are Preferred in Early Learning .............................................. 5
1.4 Steps in Developing Print Resources for a Foundation Phase Lesson .............................. 5
QUESTION 2 .............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Designing a Resource to Improve Oral Storytelling Using Art .................................................. 6
2.2 Primary Focus of Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences .................................... 7
2.3 Three Characteristics of Effective Resources for Auditory Learners....................................... 7
2.4 Impact of Using Videos Exclusively to Teach Colors on Different Learning Styles .............. 8
QUESTION 3 .............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.1 Three Primary Purposes of Using Recyclable Materials in Foundation Phase Classrooms 9
3.2 Two Key Safety Precautions When Using Recyclable Materials ............................................. 9
3.3 Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Fabric Scraps in Foundation Phase Activities.. 10
3.4 Proposed Improvements to a Bottle Cap Sorting Activity ....................................................... 10
QUESTION 4 ............................................................................................................................................ 12
4.1 Multilingual Storybook Reading Activity ..................................................................................... 12
4.2 Puppets for Cultural Traditions Discussion................................................................................ 13
4.3 Definition of "Inclusive Resources" ............................................................................................. 14
4.4 Purpose of Culturally Responsive Resources ........................................................................... 14
References ................................................................................................................................................ 14
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Critique of Using Natural Materials in Teaching Mathematical Concepts
Advantages:
1. Enhances Hands-on Learning
o Natural materials (e.g., pebbles, seeds, leaves) allow children to physically
manipulate objects, reinforcing concepts like counting, sorting, and
measurement.
o Example: Using acorns to teach addition ("If I have 3 acorns and add 2
more, how many do I have?") makes math tangible.
2. Cost-effective & Accessible
o Schools in low-resource settings can use free or low-cost materials (e.g.,
twigs for geometry, shells for patterning).
o Example: Instead of buying plastic shape tiles, teachers can use flat
stones to teach 2D shapes.
3. Encourages Creativity & Problem-Solving
o Children can explore open-ended tasks, such as creating symmetrical
patterns with leaves or building 3D shapes with sticks and clay.
o Example: Arranging flowers in repeating sequences (red, yellow, red,
yellow) introduces pattern recognition.
4. Connects Learning to Real Life
o Using natural objects helps children see math in their surroundings (e.g.,
comparing the lengths of sticks for measurement).
o Example: Sorting different-sized rocks teaches size comparison and
ordering.
5. Eco-friendly & Sustainable
o Reduces plastic waste and teaches environmental responsibility.
o Example: Using fallen leaves for art and counting instead of synthetic
stickers.
Assignment 3 2025
(617606) Answer
Guide - DUE 19
September 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100%
VERIFIED AND
CERTIFIED ANSWERS.
,RDF2601 Assignment 3 2025 (617606) Answer Guide - DUE 19 September 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN
REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A
GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in
your academics.
PREPARED BY DR. FRED ().
UNISA, 2025.
Contents
QUESTION 1 .............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Critique of Using Natural Materials in Teaching Mathematical Concepts............................... 2
1.2 Comparison of Sustainability: Natural vs. Manufactured Materials ......................................... 4
1.3 Reason Why Natural Materials Are Preferred in Early Learning .............................................. 5
1.4 Steps in Developing Print Resources for a Foundation Phase Lesson .............................. 5
QUESTION 2 .............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Designing a Resource to Improve Oral Storytelling Using Art .................................................. 6
2.2 Primary Focus of Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences .................................... 7
2.3 Three Characteristics of Effective Resources for Auditory Learners....................................... 7
2.4 Impact of Using Videos Exclusively to Teach Colors on Different Learning Styles .............. 8
QUESTION 3 .............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.1 Three Primary Purposes of Using Recyclable Materials in Foundation Phase Classrooms 9
3.2 Two Key Safety Precautions When Using Recyclable Materials ............................................. 9
3.3 Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Fabric Scraps in Foundation Phase Activities.. 10
3.4 Proposed Improvements to a Bottle Cap Sorting Activity ....................................................... 10
QUESTION 4 ............................................................................................................................................ 12
4.1 Multilingual Storybook Reading Activity ..................................................................................... 12
4.2 Puppets for Cultural Traditions Discussion................................................................................ 13
4.3 Definition of "Inclusive Resources" ............................................................................................. 14
4.4 Purpose of Culturally Responsive Resources ........................................................................... 14
References ................................................................................................................................................ 14
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Critique of Using Natural Materials in Teaching Mathematical Concepts
Advantages:
1. Enhances Hands-on Learning
o Natural materials (e.g., pebbles, seeds, leaves) allow children to physically
manipulate objects, reinforcing concepts like counting, sorting, and
measurement.
o Example: Using acorns to teach addition ("If I have 3 acorns and add 2
more, how many do I have?") makes math tangible.
2. Cost-effective & Accessible
o Schools in low-resource settings can use free or low-cost materials (e.g.,
twigs for geometry, shells for patterning).
o Example: Instead of buying plastic shape tiles, teachers can use flat
stones to teach 2D shapes.
3. Encourages Creativity & Problem-Solving
o Children can explore open-ended tasks, such as creating symmetrical
patterns with leaves or building 3D shapes with sticks and clay.
o Example: Arranging flowers in repeating sequences (red, yellow, red,
yellow) introduces pattern recognition.
4. Connects Learning to Real Life
o Using natural objects helps children see math in their surroundings (e.g.,
comparing the lengths of sticks for measurement).
o Example: Sorting different-sized rocks teaches size comparison and
ordering.
5. Eco-friendly & Sustainable
o Reduces plastic waste and teaches environmental responsibility.
o Example: Using fallen leaves for art and counting instead of synthetic
stickers.
