LESSON MATERIALS

FIRST GRADE

Construction Trades

From Floor to Roof: Hands-On in the World of Building!

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OBJECTIVE

By the end of this lesson, students will:

  • Understand the role of a framer in construction and how framing supports building structures.

  • Identify and use basic geometric shapes (rectangles, triangles) in construction models.

  • Build a simple wooden frame using notched craft sticks.

  • Work in pairs to design and create a structure using teamwork and creativity.

FUTURE READY

This lesson introduces students to one of the most foundational jobs in the construction industry: framing. By learning to build a small-scale structure, students practice teamwork, design thinking, and spatial awareness—the same skills professional framers use to build homes, schools, and offices. Construction careers offer strong wages and hands-on work that shapes the communities we live in. Today’s activity gives students an early experience in how buildings are designed and constructed—and how their own creativity and precision can help build a better future.

LESSON DURATION

45 minutes