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shopbelt 03-27-2010 11:44 AM

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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.

For the Silent Auction and my first attempt at freehand
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The back... and my second try at freehand
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Jim's Gem 03-27-2010 11:48 AM

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 03-27-2010 12:04 PM

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 03-27-2010 12:10 PM


Originally Posted by 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!!!!!!!

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

paintedquilt 03-27-2010 12:38 PM

What an excellent teach tool :thumbup:

dkabasketlady 03-27-2010 01:11 PM

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 03-27-2010 03:45 PM

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

littlehud 03-27-2010 07:33 PM

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

earthwalker 03-27-2010 07:38 PM

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 03-27-2010 07:39 PM

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


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