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geometry/measurement
By Beth Barlow

The gifted third graders at my school participated in a wonderful unit on measurement last year. After a review of geometry and measurement. They constructed architechural 'blue prints'. They designed a school. They were
provided with information regarding the amount of square feet that could be used, based on how much building materials they were allowed. They came up with the dimensions of the rooms, calculated area and perimeter of each room and the entire school. They enjoyed finding out that the closer a figure is to a square, the smaller the perimeter of the object (even though it has the same

area).They had fun planning out every little detail, including classrooms, gym, cafeteria, playground, closets, bathrooms, etc. Cooperative groups were used extensively during the project. They presented the final project to another class. Also, we contacted a local architect to come talk to the students. With a little research and planning, this activity can be very successful.