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How Big Should I Be Lesson PlanHow Big Should I Be Lesson Plan
Publisher
K20 LEARN
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Grade
7th - 9th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
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Collaborative Learning
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Year
2024
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How Big Should I Be

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If you made a doll version of yourself, how tall would you be? By using ratios and proportions, young mathematicians are able to answer this question. They actually create their dolls using clay, paper, or other materials.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

proportions, proportional reasoning, ratios

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Invite a video game designer or toy maker to give a presentation

Classroom Considerations

  • Activity requires dolls or action figures 
  • Pupils should have experience with ratios and proportions

Pros

  • Lists some videos to use to set the stage for the activity
  • Provides teacher's notes at various points in the lesson

Cons

  • None

Common Core

7.G.A.1

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