Several years ago I set up a different approach to our Hat Shop project on Hat Day.
The patterns (variety of style choice) for hats are cut out of construction paper
and accessories are added -- buttons, feathers, pom poms, etc.
Originally, I'd have all the items and let the kids choose what they wanted.
What I found was a haphazard approach to decorating their hat.
Anything, everything, anywhere -- no rhyme or reason --
just put stuff on!
So, it's been several years now, and I absolutely love my new way of doing it.
It connects to real life!
Instead of a free-for-all, items have a price.
I give each of my First Graders 15 pennies.
We talk about the items and the cost,
and then I model how to plan out my spending.
The results are so different!
Purpose, intent, and planning are evident.
I also like to step back and watch them shop.
We've had exchanges, returns, and even requests for a 'sale' or discount!
The menu and items:
The Planning:
The Spending:
Design with intention
I loved watched the careful placement of items. Great symmetry on this one!
Every choice had a specific purpose and placement.
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