Introducing the Osmo

The last 2 weeks our class has been so excited to be learning how to use our new learning tool, the OSMO!! The Osmo was a generous gift from one of our very own first grade families. It is an amazing piece of technology that motivates children by combining the iPad with a more tactile experience. So far we have explored 3 Osmo games.

Words

In this game, children worked together to fill in missing letters from picture clues on the Words app. Each child had tiles that they would place in front of the screen that the Osmo would then recognize. They had a blast!

Tangrams

This was a really fun math puzzle game. Children were challenged as they had to manipulate tangram pieces to fit the puzzle on the screen. They had to use their spatial reasoning and problem solving skills in tandem.

Masterpiece 

This Osmo app was another huge hit! Children learn to draw by using an image on the iPad. They trace the lines on the image using a pen and paper. We made 3 different collaborative pictures. Children were challenged, but excited about the process. In the end they were so proud of their "masterpiece."

We are so lucky to have this amazing tool as part of our learning arsenal! I am so excited to continue exploring  how to use the Osmo to enhance instruction, encourage problem solving, and inspire creativity!!

Check back in soon to learn more about our first grade happenings!!