Activity

Car Caravan

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Keep playing with those old toy cars! Pupils estimate the number of toy cars in an art installation. The only information they receive is a picture showing the toy cars arranged in concentric rings and the diameter of the overall installation.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Bring in a toy car or have learners bring in toy cars to measure
Classroom Considerations
  • Scholars must have experience with areas and circumferences of circles
  • Knowledge of estimation strategies is a must
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Pros
  • Includes concluding discussion questions
  • Provides images showing dimensions and prices
Cons
  • Image is too small to see the correct answer
Common Core