| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | Ratio |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Good morning, class! Today, we’re going to embark on an exciting journey into the world of Ratios! Before we start with the definitions and formulas, let’s warm up our brains with a little game that will grab your attention and get you thinking about ratios in a fun way.
Imagine you are all chefs in a vibrant kitchen where delicious recipes are created! You have a special task today: to come up with the perfect smoothie recipe using a specific ratio of fruits.
Divide into Teams: Form small groups of 3-4 students.
Choose Your Fruits: Each team can choose two types of fruits from the following list:
Create a Ratio: Once you’ve picked your fruits, decide on a ratio for your smoothie. For instance, you might choose 2 bananas to every 3 strawberries, which would be written as a ratio of 2:3.
Present Your Recipe: After you've decided on your fruits and their ratio, each group will present their smoothie recipe to the class, explaining why you chose that particular ratio and how it will make the best smoothie!
As you present your recipes, think about the following questions:
After we go through each group's delicious concoction, we’ll transition into exploring the mathematical concept of ratios, including how to calculate and simplify them. This will lay the groundwork for learning how ratios apply not only in the kitchen but also in various aspects of life!
Let’s start blending those ideas together, and I can’t wait to hear what you create!