Educational Activities and Learning Tools

Stephanie Chappels, an Amplify Ambassador, shares tips on extending learning excitement in classrooms. She discusses using puzzles like a human body jigsaw and a 3D Coliseum puzzle to teach teamwork and collaboration. Additionally, she introduces Caesar's Codex, a brain puzzle that encourages strategic thinking. Stephanie advises seeking grants and resources to support these activities and suggests involving families to connect home and school learning.

What is the main purpose of adding brain-engaging activities to teaching units?

• To make lessons longer

• To increase student excitement and learning

• To reduce the need for textbooks

• To eliminate homework

How did the human body jigsaw puzzle help students?

• It helped them learn a new language

• It improved their math skills

• It enhanced their understanding of the digestive system and teamwork

• It taught them about the solar system

What was the number of pieces in the human body jigsaw puzzle?

• 100 pieces

• 577 pieces

• 50 pieces

• 1000 pieces

What was the educational purpose of the 3D puzzle of the Coliseum?

• To teach about ancient Greek architecture

• To improve students' drawing skills

• To provide a hands-on experience of Roman history and teamwork

• To learn about modern engineering

What did students learn from building the 3D puzzle of the Coliseum?

• The inside workings of the Coliseum

• The structure of the Eiffel Tower

• The history of the Great Wall of China

• The design of the Pyramids

What is Caesar's Codex designed to improve among students?

• Their physical fitness

• Their strategic thinking and communication skills

• Their ability to memorize facts

• Their artistic abilities

What is a key feature of Caesar's Codex?

• It is a math puzzle

• It is a language learning tool

• It is a brain puzzle requiring clues to open a box

• It is a physical exercise routine

What should teachers do if they cannot afford educational resources?

• Stop using them altogether

• Rely solely on textbooks

• Look for grants and involve families

• Only use free online resources

What is one benefit of involving families in educational activities?

• It helps connect home and school learning

• It makes students more competitive

• It reduces the teacher's workload

• It allows for more homework assignments

Why are grants important for teachers?

• They provide funding for extended learning activities

• They are used for teacher salaries

• They replace the need for classroom supplies

• They allow teachers to travel