This activity was taken from the Noggin BuilderZ intermediate activity book

Objectives:

1.   Build basic shape of triangle and square.

2.   Explore other geometrical shapes that can be derived from basic triangles and squares.

3.   Let the kids understand that many things around us have basic geometrical shapes.

4.   Use imagination and creativity to design models or games derived from these basic shapes.

Explore with the pieces to try and create the shapes below

Pyramid                                                                            

  Cube

                   Rectangular Prism                               Triangular Prism

Foster creativity and make other figures from these shapes like the sailboat or bridge below or anything else the kids can create

Next create and play tic tac toe or the ring toss game shown below

Remember:

• colors of rods and other pieces may vary
• kit contains small pieces and may be a choking hazard, intended for ages 5+