K3L6 Pyramid Pals

Lesson Duration: 45 minutes

Grade: K3

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify pyramid shapes in everyday objects
2. Identify features of pyramids (faces, edges, point top)
3. Construct a simple pyramid form

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Materials Needed:
- Modeling clay (1 pack per child)
- Plastic straws (various colors)
- Safety scissors (child-friendly)
- Building blocks (uniform size, 15-20 per child)
- Pyramid-shaped objects for display
- Large picture cards of pyramids
- 2D shape templates
- Plastic mats for clay work
- Rulers for measuring (optional)
- Paper towels
- Sanitizing wipes

Lesson Procedure

**3 mins - Welcome Time**
• Lead "Hello Song"
• Display pyramid objects
• Point to pyramid features
• Introduce word "pyramid"

**7 mins - Discovery Chat: What is Pyramid**
• Show pyramid objects
• Demonstrate pointy top
• Count edges and faces
• Compare with prisms
• Point out sloping sides

**15 mins - Hands-On Challenge 1: Block Pyramids**
• Demonstrate 2D pattern:
- Start with one block
- Add two blocks each side
- Show growing pattern
• Guide 3D building:
- Base layer (1 block)
- Second layer (4 blocks)
- Third layer (9 blocks)
• Monitor block counting
• Support pattern recognition

**15 mins - Hands-On Challenge 2: Base Shapes**
• Distribute clay and straws
• Demonstrate straw cutting
• Guide base creation:
- Square base
- Rectangle base
- Triangle base
• Show connecting techniques
• Monitor scissor safety
• Support struggling students

**10 mins - Hands-On Challenge 3: Adding Height**
• Demonstrate vertical connections
• Show different base sizes
• Guide slope creation
• Compare pyramid heights
• Test stability
• Observe differences

**5 mins - Clean Up**
• Collect materials systematically
• Guide proper disposal
• Clean work areas
• Store completed structures
• Distribute sanitizing wipes

**2 mins - Wrap-Up**
• Review pyramid features
• Display finished works
• Lead "Goodbye Song"