Project Launch: Shape Scavenger Hunt - Students explore the school environment, identifying and documenting various two-dimensional shapes, angles, and lines using tablets. This activity introduces students to the essential question and sets the stage for the project. (35 min)

Geometry Exploration: Points, Lines, and Angles - Students learn to draw points, lines, line segments, rays, and angles. They practice identifying these elements within the shapes documented during the scavenger hunt. (20 min)

Classifying Shapes - Using their scavenger hunt findings, students classify shapes based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines, and angles of specified sizes. (15 min)

Playground Design Brainstorm - Students begin brainstorming design ideas for their playground, considering how geometric shapes can contribute to safety and fun. They discuss their ideas in pairs to encourage peer feedback and self-directed learning. (20 min)

Sketching Initial Designs - Students create initial sketches of their playground designs, incorporating the geometric principles learned. They share their sketches with the class for feedback, fostering a sense of belonging and identity. (15 min)

Design Principles Introduction - Discuss the essential question 'How can we use geometry to design a playground that is both fun and safe for everyone?' and explore the role of geometric shapes in playground design, focusing on safety and functionality. (15 min)

Geometry and Playground Design - Students analyze images of existing playgrounds to identify geometric shapes, lines, and angles present. They discuss how these elements contribute to the playground's safety and enjoyment. (20 min)

Mid-Project Critique and Revision - Students present their playground design progress in small groups, receive feedback from peers and the teacher, and discuss alignment with the essential question. Reflect on the feedback and plan revisions. (20 min)

Design Adjustment Workshop - Based on the feedback received, students revise their playground sketches to improve alignment with geometric principles and safety standards. (15 min)

Angle Measurement Exploration - Conduct a hands-on activity where students use protractors to measure angles in their playground designs, ensuring right angles and other specified angles are accurately represented. (20 min)

Video Tutorial Planning - Students outline a video tutorial that will explain how they classified and used geometric figures in their playground design, setting the stage for next week's video creation. (15 min)

Design Feedback Session - Students present their refined playground designs to the class, emphasizing the geometric principles used. Peers provide constructive feedback, focusing on alignment with safety and fun criteria. (20 min)

Reflection and Revision - Students reflect on the feedback received during the session and make necessary revisions to their playground designs. They consider how the feedback will influence their final design. (15 min)

Educational Posters Creation - Students work in groups to create educational posters illustrating the geometric principles used in their playground design. Posters should include explanations of angles, shapes, and lines in slides and swings. (20 min)

Virtual Gallery Setup - Students prepare their posters for display in a virtual gallery, ensuring clarity and accessibility for community viewing and feedback. (15 min)

Video Tutorial Production - Students record video tutorials explaining how they classified and used geometric figures in their playground designs. This activity demonstrates their understanding of the concepts. (25 min)

Peer Review and Feedback - Students watch each other's video tutorials and provide feedback on clarity and comprehensibility, ensuring all students can effectively communicate their design process. (10 min)

Final Design Touch-Ups - Students spend time perfecting their final playground designs, ensuring all geometric principles are accurately represented and align with safety and fun criteria. (20 min)

Expo Preparation - Students prepare digital presentations and video tutorials for the 'Virtual Playground Expo,' focusing on clear communication of their design process and geometric applications. (15 min)

Virtual Playground Expo Setup - Students set up their digital presentations and video tutorials online, ensuring accessibility for peers, parents, and the broader community to explore and comment on their designs. (20 min)

Community Engagement - Students engage with feedback from community viewers, discussing insights and potential improvements for future designs. (15 min)

Reflection and Self-Assessment - Students write reflections on their learning journey, focusing on how feedback from the expo influenced their understanding of geometry and its applications. (15 min)

Project Celebration - Host a celebration where students share their experiences and insights from the project, emphasizing their growth in self-directed learning, critical thinking, and academic mindset. (20 min)