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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Ratio
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Engaging Introduction to Ratios for Year 6 Mathematics

Introduction: The Great Cookie Bake-off!

Imagine you are hosting a grand cookie bake-off with your friends! Each of you has a special recipe, and your goal is to create the most delicious cookies ever. But there’s a catch—each recipe requires different amounts of key ingredients, and you need to figure out how to share the cookies evenly, based on the ratios in your recipes!

Setting the Scene

Scenario: You and your friends have the following cookie recipes:

• Emma’s Cookies: For every 2 cups of flour, Emma adds 1 cup of sugar.
• Liam’s Cookies: For every 5 cups of flour, Liam adds 2 cups of sugar.
• Sophia’s Cookies: For every 3 cups of flour, Sophia adds 1 cup of sugar.

Activity: Ratio Detective

Step 1: Ratio Challenge

Write down the ratios from your friends’ recipes on the board. As a class, let’s convert these ratios into different forms:

• Identify the ratio: Convert each recipe into the simplest form.
• Ratio Comparisons: Who uses more sugar per cup of flour?

Step 2: Discussion

Engage the students in a discussion about what they noticed. Ask questions like:

• What patterns can you see in the ratios?
• How can we use ratios to adjust the recipes if we want to bake more cookies?

Step 3: Let’s Bake!

Now that everyone has their recipes and ratios sorted out, let’s make a plan for our grand bake-off! Each group can choose a recipe they would love to bake, while remembering that they need to share and compare ingredients based on their ratios!

Conclusion

With this creative scenario, students not only learn about ratios but also see their practical applications. They will be eager to participate and understand the concept while working collaboratively!

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By using this engaging introduction, you will have successfully set the stage for a fun and interactive lesson on ratios, paving the way for deeper exploration and understanding of the topic!