AAMT Make it Count: Maths through Storytelling

An inspiring resource for learning numeracy

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Explore the maths in symmetry through indigenous artwork and symbology

Numeracy Focus: Understanding and using geometric properties and spatial reasoning

This resource assists students to recognise and create symmetrical artworks to tell a story.

Students are challenged to use Aboriginal symbology or create their own symbols or pictures for their stories.

Stage: Level 3 to 9

This resource supports:

Proficiency

  • Reasoning

HITS

  • Questioning

Cross-curricular

  • Languages
  • English

Audience

  • Teachers

Teaching and Learning Cycle:

  • Plan
  • Teach

Sourced from:

Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers (AAMT) 

Reflective Prompt

What other resources have you used to promote numeracy through storytelling?

Reflective Prompt

What other resources have you used to promote numeracy through storytelling?

Proficiency Reflective Prompt

How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?

Proficiency Reflective Prompt

How would you use this resource in your context to encourage children and young people’s reasoning?

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