Math and Architecture Lesson

Take young scholars on a trip through history with this unit on the mathematics and architecture of the Mayan civilization. Starting with a introduction to their base twenty number system and the symbols they used, this eight-lesson unit...

Take young mathematicians' understanding of geometry into the real world with this upper-elementary math lesson plan. Given the floor plans of a historic building in Tennessee, learners are asked to calculate its area and perimeter as...

Fourth graders create a design for a fort or tree house using blocks. In this architecture lesson plan, 4th graders make a collage and then use that to make their design.

Creating buildings that reach hundreds of feet into the sky is no easy task. The third instructional activity in this series begins with four activities that engage young architects in exploring the major challenges that are faced when...

Build an interest and appreciation for architecture in your young learners with this fun 10-lesson art unit. Engaging children in using their five senses, the class first observes the environment around them, paying special attention to...

Eighth graders utilize their math skills to find the measurements of a home.  In this architectural lesson, 8th graders discover the surface area of a building by utilizing the appropriate measurements.  Students discuss the geometric...

Fifth graders find the area and volume of buildings. In this architecture lesson plan, 5th graders look at the drawings of three historic Tennessee buildings. They use these to help find the area and volume of the building. 

Within the context of the construction industry, algebra pros begin to calculate slope from the sizes of stair steps. This is a terrific activity, especially for aspiring engineers. Just be aware that it might be a stretch to meet all of...

Float like a butterfly, think like a bee! Build a huge hive, hexagonally! Find out the reason that hexagons are the most efficient storage shape for the honeybees' honeycombs. This neat little video would be a sweet addition to your life...