Masking tape or chalk.
Large open space (e.g., classroom, gymnasium)..Introduction (5 minutes):
Discuss the concept of open and closed lines.
Show examples of paths created with open and closed lines using masking tape or chalk on the floor.
Preparation (5 minutes):
Create different paths on the floor using masking tape or chalk, some with open lines (e.g., zigzag, curve) and some with closed lines (e.g., circle, square).
Explain how to follow the paths by walking along the lines.
Line Walk (20 minutes):
Allow students to take turns walking along the different paths.
Guide them in identifying whether they are following an open or closed line.
Encourage them to observe how the path changes when moving from an open to a closed line.
Sharing and Discussion (10 minutes):
Allow students to share their experiences walking along the lines.
Discuss the differences between following open and closed lines.
Reinforce the practical applications of understanding and following lines (e.g., maps, navigation).
Reflection (5 minutes):
Ask students to identify their favorite path and whether it was an open or closed line.
Reinforce the importance of understanding the properties of lines in everyday activities.