We have been working hard on our UOI about homes. The central idea is: Humans use their understanding of materials and weather to build suitable homes.
So we looked at different materials and matched them to suitable weather.

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We did some research, looking through books and videos about homes in different countries and cultures.

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The students then designed a house for a specific climate, using their understanding of materials and weather.

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During free play the students have been exploring with 2D shapes to build 3D shapes and make homes.

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