Activity

Deep Freeze

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Warm up to the idea of subtracting integers. After watching a video where the contents of a cup instantly freeze when tossed into the air, pupils estimate the air temperature of Duluth, Minnesota (where the video was made). They then use a temperature map and the fact that Duluth's temperature is 31 degrees less than Atlanta's temperature to complete the task.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Using the provided weather map, have learners describe the variation in temperatures for different pairs of cities and have classmates identify the cities
  • Have a science teacher explain the phenomenon
Classroom Considerations
  • Scholars must have knowledge of the rules of operations for integers
Pros
  • Video captures the interest of teenagers
  • Provides an answer key
Cons
  • None
Common Core