Activity

Comparing My State

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How does your state compare? Using census data, scholars determine the total population and the number of 11-year-old boys and girls in two different states. They round and compare values, and then make up a question about the two states for others to answer with the census data.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use the extension ideas as part of an extra credit assignment
Classroom Considerations
  • Pupils should be familiar with inequality symbols
  • Knowledge of rounding is necessary
Pros
  • Includes printable student worksheets
  • Use of real-world data makes the task relevant
Cons
  • None
Common Core