Activity/task:

Playing Dominoes

QCA Unit 2D Grouping and Changing Materials

Understanding key vocabulary - introduce symbols before playing game. Check understanding. Encourage to read words as cards placed on table.

Matching word/symbol

Go over rules for playing dominoes.

Group:

4 pupils 1 adult

Symbols used:

Dominoes cards - print off, laminate and cut out to make set.

Outcome:

Group loved playing the game. Began to discuss what materials melted, froze, were hard soft etc. So the game encouraged them to think about the topic and improve their understanding of the vocabulary. Adult keyed into this and questioned appropriately to enhance learning.

Dominoes | Using Dominoes | Making Dominoes | Activity Outcomes