| 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 | Unit rate |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Today, we will explore the concept of unit rate, a fundamental idea in mathematics that helps us compare quantities effectively. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify and calculate unit rates in various real-life scenarios.
Imagine you are about to open your very own snack store! You want to make it the best in town, but first, you need to decide how much to charge for each snack item. To help you set the right prices, let’s solve a mystery about the best deals!
On the board, write a fun scenario like this:
"You can buy 3 bags of chips for $6 or 5 bags of chips for $9. Which deal gives you a better price per bag?"
Now, ask the students to put on their "snack store owner" hats and discuss in pairs for 2-3 minutes. Encourage them to think about how they would approach finding out which option gives them the best value.
After the discussion, invite a few pairs to share their thoughts. Write down their approaches on the board.
Once students have shared their ideas, introduce the concept of unit rate:
Now, let’s dive deeper into our "snack store challenge" and learn how to calculate unit rates so we can make smart decisions about pricing our snacks. As we go through examples together, keep thinking about how you could apply unit rates to help your business succeed!
This engaging start not only captures students' attention but also sets the stage for them to understand and apply unit rates in a fun and relatable context.