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Building a doghouse is easier with a little mathematical help! Young scholars use sliders to adjust the length of the doghouse and watch as it affects the width and area. They then answer questions that help them discover the question between the area and length and width factors.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use as an opener for a lesson on factoring
- Present the problem before introducing the manipulative; ask individuals to write an expression for the length and width of the rectangle
Classroom Considerations
- Must create a free CK-12 account to access interactive resources
Pros
- Includes both graphical and symbolic representations
- Allows learners to explore content at their own pace
Cons
- None