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Grade 4 Mathematics — Term 1, Week 7

5 day-plan(s) · WeLearn Math

Day 31: Geometry: Types of Lines (Parallel, Perpendicular, Intersecting)

Grade 4 Mathematics · Term 1, Week 7 · 60 minutes
ObjectivesStudents will be able to: (1) identify and draw parallel, perpendicular, and intersecting lines; (2) use symbols; (3) find in real life.
MaterialsRulers, set squares, worksheets, pictures of buildings.
Key vocabularyparallel, perpendicular, intersecting, line segment
Engage (starter)(10 min) Look at railway tracks. "These are parallel - they never meet."
Develop (main)(35 min) 1. Define and draw each type. 2. Use set square to check perpendicular. 3. Identify in classroom. 4. Draw shapes with specified lines. 5. Worksheet.
Plenary (close)(10 min) Hunt for lines in school.
AssessmentCorrect identification and drawing.
Teacher notesFoundation for quadrilateral properties.

Day 32: Triangles: Types and Properties

Grade 4 Mathematics · Term 1, Week 7 · 60 minutes
ObjectivesStudents will be able to: (1) name equilateral, isosceles, scalene; (2) classify by sides and angles; (3) draw with ruler.
MaterialsRulers, protractors, triangle cut-outs.
Key vocabularyequilateral, isosceles, scalene, right, acute, obtuse
Engage (starter)(10 min) "A triangle with two equal sides is called isosceles."
Develop (main)(35 min) 1. Sort triangle models. 2. Measure sides and angles. 3. Draw each type. 4. Discuss angle sum (180 degrees). 5. Worksheet.
Plenary (close)(10 min) Quick quiz: "A triangle with one right angle is a ___ triangle."
AssessmentCorrect classification and drawing.
Teacher notesAccurate use of ruler and protractor.

Day 33: Quadrilaterals: Square, Rectangle, Rhombus, Parallelogram, Trapezoid

Grade 4 Mathematics · Term 1, Week 7 · 60 minutes
ObjectivesStudents will be able to: (1) identify and name quadrilaterals; (2) list properties (parallel sides, equal sides, angles); (3) sort using a Venn diagram.
MaterialsAttribute blocks, sorting mat, worksheets.
Key vocabularyquadrilateral, parallelogram, rhombus, trapezoid, properties
Engage (starter)(10 min) "A square is a rectangle, but a rectangle isn't always a square!"
Develop (main)(35 min) 1. Explore shapes with blocks. 2. List properties in table. 3. Sort shapes into Venn diagram (e.g., "has 4 right angles" / "all sides equal"). 4. Draw each. 5. Worksheet.
Plenary (close)(10 min) Shape riddles: "I have 4 equal sides but not right angles." (Rhombus)
AssessmentCorrect identification and classification.
Teacher notesFocus on properties.

Day 34: Symmetry (Lines and Rotational)

Grade 4 Mathematics · Term 1, Week 7 · 60 minutes
ObjectivesStudents will be able to: (1) find lines of symmetry in 2D shapes; (2) complete a symmetrical figure; (3) explore rotational symmetry.
MaterialsMirrors, pattern blocks, tracing paper, worksheets.
Key vocabularysymmetry, line of symmetry, rotational, order
Engage (starter)(10 min) Fold a paper snowflake. "Symmetry makes both sides match."
Develop (main)(35 min) 1. Use mirror to check symmetry. 2. Draw lines of symmetry. 3. Complete half-drawn shape. 4. Introduce rotational symmetry: square matches at 90 degree turn. 5. Worksheet.
Plenary (close)(10 min) Symmetry art challenge.
AssessmentCorrect identification and completion.
Teacher notesConnect to art and nature.

Day 35: Review: Geometry

Grade 4 Mathematics · Term 1, Week 7 · 60 minutes
ObjectivesStudents will be able to: (1) review lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, symmetry; (2) complete a geometry booklet; (3) present a shape report.
MaterialsBooklet template, shape cards, colours.
Key vocabularyreview
Engage (starter)(10 min) "Pick a shape and become the expert!"
Develop (main)(35 min) 1. Complete booklet: draw, name, list properties. 2. Prepare a 1-minute oral report. 3. Present to small group. 4. Peer feedback. 5. Display booklets.
Plenary (close)(10 min) Shape parade.
AssessmentBooklet accuracy; presentation.
Teacher notesConsolidate geometry.