Developing Hands-on
Science and Math
Activities
This presentation explores the
importance of hands-on learning in
science and math and provides
practical strategies for designing
engaging activities.
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Presentor: Rose Mary Grace R. Vertudez
Developing Hands-on
Science and Math
Activities
Developing hands-on science and
math activities is a great way to
engage learners and deepen their
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understanding through practical and
interactive experiences.
Why Hands-on Learning is Important
Active Engagement Deeper Understanding
Hands-on learning encourages students to By manipulating objects and conducting
actively participate in the learning process, experiments, students gain a deeper
making it more memorable and understanding of scientific concepts and
meaningful. mathematical principles.
Engaging Students
through Experimentation
Simple Experiments Open-Ended
Investigations
Start with simple
experiments that can Encourage students to
be replicated easily, explore questions, test
such as mixing colors or hypotheses, and draw
observing plant growth. conclusions from their
findings.
Focus on Inquiry
Guide students to ask questions, make predictions, and
gather data through observations.
Designing Activities for
Different Age Groups
1 Early Childhood
Focus on sensory exploration and simple experiments, using
readily available materials.
2 Elementary
Introduce more complex concepts, incorporating hands-on
activities with real-world applications.
3 Middle School
Encourage students to design their own experiments and
explore more advanced topics.
4 High School
Foster independent research and project-based learning,
allowing students to delve into specific areas of interest.
SCIENCE
ACTIVITIES
PLANT GROWTH EXPERIMENT
Objective: Learn about plant biology and the factors that
affect growth.
Materials: Small pots, soil, seeds (e.g., beans), water, light
sources, and a ruler.
Activity: Have students plant seeds in different conditions
(e.g., varying light, water, or soil) and track their growth over
time, measuring height and recording observations.
Learning Outcome: Understand the role of light, water, and
soil nutrients in plant growth.
SCIENCE
ACTIVITIES
DENSITY TOWER
Objective: Teach about density and how liquids with different
densities stack.
Materials: Various liquids like honey, dish soap, water,
vegetable oil, rubbing alcohol, and a tall transparent container.
Activity: Carefully pour the liquids into the container in the
order of their density (starting with the heaviest). Have
students observe and describe how the liquids layer and why.
Learning Outcome: Demonstrate the concept of density and
how different substances interact based on their physical
properties.
SCIENCE
ACTIVITIES
SIMPLE CHEMICAL REACTION:
BAKING SODA AND VINEGAR VOLCAN
Objective: Introduce the concept of chemical reactions.
Materials: Baking soda, vinegar, a container (e.g., a
bottle), and food coloring (optional).
Activity: Create a "volcano" by adding baking soda to
the container and then slowly pouring vinegar over it to
cause an eruption. Discuss the science behind the
reaction between the acid (vinegar) and the base
(baking soda).
Learning Outcome: Learn about chemical reactions,
acids, and bases.
Hands-on Activities for
Teaching Math Concepts
Counting and Number Recognition
Use manipulatives like blocks or counters to teach counting
and number recognition.
Measurement and Geometry
Incorporate activities involving measurement using rulers,
scales, and other tools.
Data Collection and Analysis
Design activities involving collecting data, creating graphs,
and analyzing results.
Problem-Solving
Encourage students to apply their math skills to solve
real-world problems.
MATH ACTIVITIES
GEOMETRY SCAVENGER HUNT
Objective: Explore geometric shapes and their properties in
the real world.
Materials: Paper, pencil, and a camera or phone for
documentation (optional).
Activity: Have students find and photograph different
geometric shapes (triangles, squares, circles, etc.) around
the classroom, home, or outdoor environment. They can
then classify and describe each shape's properties (e.g.,
number of sides, angles).
Learning Outcome: Develop an understanding of basic
geometric shapes and their attributes.
MATH ACTIVITIES
DIY FRACTION PIZZAS
Objective: Understand fractions and how they work in real-
world contexts.
Materials: Paper plates, markers, scissors, and a ruler.
Activity: Give students a paper plate to represent a pizza.
Have them divide the pizza into equal slices and label
fractions (e.g., 1/2, 1/4). Then, students can create different
“pizza toppings” (e.g., colored sections) and describe
fractions of the pizza with toppings.
Learning Outcome: Build a visual and hands-on
understanding of fractions and how to divide a whole into
parts.
MATH ACTIVITIES
BUILDING MATH PUZZLES
Objective: Develop problem-solving and critical thinking
skills.
Materials: Tangram pieces, grid paper, or puzzle cards.
Activity: Provide students with tangram pieces or puzzle
cards that require them to form shapes and patterns.
Ask them to solve the puzzles by figuring out how to
arrange the pieces correctly.
Learning Outcome: Enhance spatial reasoning and
understanding of geometry concepts.
Incorporating Real-World
Applications
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Connect to Everyday Life Field Trips
Show students how math and Organize field trips to museums,
science concepts are relevant to science centers, or local businesses.
their daily lives.
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Guest Speakers
Invite professionals in STEM fields
to share their experiences and
insights.
GENERAL TIPS FOR
SUCCESS
•Encourage Curiosity: Ask open-ended questions like,
"What do you think will happen next?" or "Why do you
think this happened?" to spark critical thinking.
•Incorporate Real-World Applications: Whenever
possible, link the activity to real-life scenarios. For
instance, you could discuss how understanding plant
growth can help us in agriculture or how density
principles apply in oil spills.
•Reflection and Discussion: After each activity, allow
time for students to reflect on their results and discuss
what they learned with peers.
Developing Hands-on
Science and Math Activities
Developing hands-on science and math activities
encourages active engagement and deepens
understanding through practical experience. These
activities allow students to explore concepts like
plant growth, density, geometry, and fractions in a
tangible way. By incorporating real-world examples,
learners can see the relevance of math and science
in everyday life. Hands-on projects foster critical
thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration among
students. Ultimately, these activities make abstract
concepts more accessible and memorable,
enhancing students' overall learning experience.
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