| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| What topic | Percentage |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Imagine you’re on a treasure hunt this Saturday at your favourite shopping centre! As you step inside, you’re greeted by exciting signs all around: “50% off all shoes!” and “Buy one, get one 40% off on selected items!” But wait—what do all these percentages mean?
To start our adventure, let's gather in a circle and share our thoughts. Think of the most recent shopping experience you had. Did you encounter any discounts? How much did you save? Take a moment and let’s hear from each of you!
Today, we’re going to explore the concept of percentages! By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
Once we’ve shared our previous shopping experiences, we will kick off with an interactive activity called “Discount Detective.” I will hand each of you a different product card with its original price and its percentage discount. Your mission will be to figure out how much you’ll pay for each item after the discount.
Let’s go ahead and put your detective skills to the test! Grab your calculators and get ready to crack the code of percentages!
With this engaging beginning, students will be excited and curious to dive deeper into the world of percentages, making connections between math and everyday life.