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In this math lesson, learners practice measurement skills as they examine a soap bubble print. Learners follow a recipe to make a soap bubble solution. They use the soapy solution to blow large bubbles with a plastic drinking straw until the bubbles pop, leaving behind circular prints. Learners find the diameter, circumference, and area of the bubble print.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 8 - 11
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Bubble wand, paper cup with bottom cut out, or other device to blow bubbles
- Bubble solution
- Cut-out of circle for board demonstration
- Ruler
- Plastic drinking straws
- Plastic containers to hold bubble solution
- Water
- Liquid measuring cups
- Small cloths
- Dishwashing liquid
- Rulers (30 cm)
- Sentence strips
- Spoons or paint stirrers
- Laminated grids designating square units (approximately 45cm x 45cm)
- Activity Sheets: Centimeter Square Graph Paper
Subjects
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Mathematics
- Algebra
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Circles
- Number and Operations
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Toys
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, PBS, 2012
Funding Source:
- US Department of Education