Stint with 3D Structures
The following example show the child’s development and reflection on her mathematical understanding – not only about shape, but also pattern, locating and counting.
6-year-old Stuti and her twin brother Anuj were decorating their Christmas tree. Mom & Dad joined the fun and showed them how to build a pyramid out of it!
“Let’s put the star on the top! That’s a good idea Anuj. Let me place the star at the apex of the tree,” says Mom
Stuti says: “Mom, can you help me balance the snowflakes and reindeers across the tree?”
Dad went ahead to give the final touch with fairy lights. He asked mom to help him wrap the wire around the tree at an angle so that the lights are equally distributed.
Anuj switched off the main lights, to see the tree glow. Anuj could see a giant hand over his head in his shadow. Stuti, burst into laughter.
