Strategies for Teaching the Different Types of Angles and Lines

Integrating multisensory instruction into teaching transforms ordinary lessons into dynamic, interactive experiences that captivate students’ attention and foster deeper learning. When lessons engage multiple senses—seeing, hearing, touching, and moving—students form stronger neural connections and retain information more effectively. It’s not just about making learning fun; it’s about making it stick.

One of my favorite modalities to weave into instruction is kinesthetic learning, or learning through movement. The body and brain are deeply interconnected, and when students move, they activate networks that support focus, memory, and comprehension. For many learners, being required to sit still for long periods actually limits their capacity to absorb and process information. Movement, on the other hand, reenergizes the brain, increases oxygen flow, and helps students refocus their attention.

Whether it’s standing up to demonstrate a math concept, acting out a scene from a story, or using hand motions to remember new vocabulary, movement invites students to become active participants in their learning journey. When teachers incorporate kinesthetic activities intentionally, the classroom becomes a space of exploration, creativity, and connection—where every learner, regardless of style, can thrive.

One of my favorite topics to teach is the different types of angles and lines. I like to cover these concepts with a multisensory and interactive PowerPoint that I created, then I get the students to use chants as well as their bodies to encode the information. Just this week, I created a free YouTube video, where I share some fun activity ideas for lines and angles.

If you like the video and would like to also acquire my multisensory PowerPoint presentation, Click Here to learn more.

 

Cheers, Dr. Erica Warren