shopbelt

These were the quilts that were my Math lesson this week. We measured and cut and created the patterns. Finished products are measured again for area and perimeter.

The baby quilt is for our Silent Auction to benefit our school. We are trying to get Smartboards in all classrooms. We have about a quarter of the school done.

The second quilt is a Downey quilt. The kids had a great time measuring them and learning. I also read the book "The Patchwork Quilt" during reading time.

Jim's Gem

They look great!!! What fantastic way to learn math.
I remember my DD#2 made a paper quilt in her math class in 4th or 5th grade. That was before I started quilting.

retired teacher

I also used quilting for my math kids. It is amazing how quickly these sp.needs kids learned to measure. They will always know what a 1/4 inch measurement looks like. Your group sure have shown their talents. GREAT JOB GANG!!!!!!!

shopbelt

My kids are special needs as well. Thanks, we had a great time.

paintedquilt

What an excellent teach tool :thumbup:

dkabasketlady

What an excellent teacher you are!!! I'm sure those children were so pleased with themselves and their parents so proud of them also. Now you have lots of new quilters!!!An excellent way to learn a subject!!!

no1jan

Fantastic job to both you and the students. You all should be very proud of your accomplishments.

littlehud

What a great innovative way to learn math. You are a great teacher. Beautiful quilts.

earthwalker

Lovely concept...you must have the most fun math class ever. Hope you get your interactive board soon - I believe they are really good. My step-son's girlfriend is a teacher and her class has one...very useful teaching aide.

earthwalker

Oh I forgot...I love the quilts...they are very bright and fresh.