Kindy Math + DnD
Hey, I am not sure if this is a dumb idea or not, but I was thinking about creating a curriculum, that is essentially DnD for learning math in early primary school.
In Kindergarten, math standards include stuff like shapes, 1-to-1 recognition of numbers and objects, addition under 10, counting to 120, etc. I have been watching a lot of Dimension 20 and was wondering if it would be possible to build something like DnD that encompassed these concepts. Like the first few weeks of kindergarten, you read them a series of stories that set up the world they would be working in, and have maps displayed in the classroom. Then you start having them create a character with a much more simplified character sheet. They gain experience points by completing work, and instead of unit tests, they have adventures and final boss battles (working in small groups or as a whole class). There would always be something for them to create because we need to know what stuff looks like so why don't you draw me a picture of your house, or a dragon, or the colour wizard.
I thought it would be a fun way to learn math, foster creativity and inspire empathy and teamwork. Thoughts?