Measuring how deep the puddles are.....

"How deep is the puddle?" 

 The children initiated a mathematical activity during outdoor access. Helen observed from a distance the children using mathematical language, displaying sustained shared thinking and problem solving.

"what could we use to measure the puddle?"

"What about using this plank of wood? it's heavy"

"it's this deep!"
Helen asked "should we measure it using a ruler?"

IMPACT 
Maths: Beginning to talk about the shapes of everyday objects, e.g. ‘round’ and ‘tall
Creating and thinking critically: Having their own ideas •Thinking of ideas •Finding ways to solve problems •Finding new ways to do things
Creating and thinking critically: Choosing ways to do things •Planning, making decisions about how to approach a task, solve a problem and reach a goal •Checking how well their activities are going •Changing strategy as needed •Reviewing how well the approach worked