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Estimate the value of one of the most famous irrational numbers. The hands-on lesson instructs classmates to measure the circumference and diameters of circles using yarn. The ratio of these quantities defines pi.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils bring in circular objects to measure
Classroom Considerations
- Individuals should already be familiar with circumference
- Learners need scissors, yarn, and rulers for the activity
Pros
- Includes circle cutouts to use for the activity
Cons
- No problems make use of gained knowledge, so students cannot apply what they've just learned