Activity

Sticky Stickies

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Don't let your classes get stuck on area calculations—grab their attention with an inquiry-based lesson! Scholars must develop a plan to determine how may sticky notes it takes to cover the surface of a door. They decide on the information they need to complete the task.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Give pupils surfaces in the room to measure and predict the number of stickies it takes to cover them
  • Extend the exploration to three-dimensional objects for more advanced pupils
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects proficiency with finding area of rectangles
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Pros
  • Adaptable to various grade levels
  • Provides guidance for leading the lesson
Cons
  • None
Common Core