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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 10
What topic	Decimal to percent
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Engaging Introduction to Decimals and Percentages

Objective:

To introduce students to the concept of converting decimals to percentages in a fun and engaging way.

Warm-Up Activity: "The Price Cut Challenge"

Setup:

Begin the lesson by creating a real-life scenario that many students can relate to: shopping. Prepare some visual aids or props, such as images of a few popular products (like sneakers, video games, or smartphones) along with their original prices.

Steps:

1. Hook the Students:

   • Start the class by asking, "Who here loves a good sale?" Allow a few students to share their experiences and excitement about shopping for discounts.
   • Present an image of a product (e.g., a pair of sneakers) that normally costs $100 but is on sale for $75. Ask the class, "How much do you think you would save?".

2. Group Discussion:

   • Write the original price and sale price on the board.
   • Ask students to estimate the percentage they saved. Encourage them to share their thought processes. Write down their guesses on the board.

3. Introduction to the Conversion:

   • After gathering guesses, explain that converting decimals to percentages is a valuable skill when it comes to gauging discounts and savings.
   • Use the example to show how the savings can be expressed as both a decimal and a percentage.

Example:

• Original Price: $100
• Sale Price: $75
• Savings: $100 - $75 = $25

Conversion:

• Step 1: Calculate the Decimal:

  • Savings as a Decimal = Savings / Original Price
  • ( \frac{25}{100} = 0.25 )

• Step 2: Convert to Percentage:

  • Multiply the Decimal by 100
  • ( 0.25 \times 100 = 25\% )

Wrap-Up:

• Emphasize how understanding decimals and percentages can help in real-life situations, like shopping, budgeting, or cooking.
• Invite students to brainstorm other scenarios where they might use decimals and percentages.

Transition:

Now that they see the relevance, guide the class into learning how to systematically convert decimals to percentages using different methods and practice problems.

Closing Thought:

"Math isn't just about numbers; it’s about making sense of the world around us. Let’s dive deeper and discover how percentages play a role in our daily lives!"