Question Starters | Inferential Questioning | Possibility

SMART RESOURCE | A set of twenty-five question cards for students to practise the language of geometry by questioning one another about their 2D shape knowledge .The resource is suitable for linking Oral Language with Mathematics, and can be played using a Kagan Structure called ‘Quiz, Quiz, Trade’ (instruction card included). Included are a 2D Shape colour poster and a black and white activity sheet for students to label, a set of shape vocabulary cards to help students to use the correct words to describe a 2D shape and an answer sheet for the quiz. This resource links with Geometry Vocabulary Ref 3-00295

SMART RESOURCE | The speaking frames enable the student to use the language of Mathematics to describe Mathematical outcomes. The eight sentence starters help students to establish a clear and concise response when speaking about Mathematical understandings and strategies. The cards are suitable for individual or small group sharing.

SMART RESOURCE | The resource outlines the roles students play in small groups during discussion time. The roles of encourager, reporter, manager, recorder, collector and group member include a job description and several verbal prompts to assist a student in that particular role. The resource includes charts for display and small cards for each member of the group.

SMART RESOURCE | Question starters help students to develop questions which reflect on the types of thinking they are using. They help the student to think and act critically about information. The seven question starters ask extended questions focused on imagination.