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In this craft activity, learners will recognize, name, and compare the fractions 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 by constructing a penguin out of portions of paper circles. This detailed lesson plan includes key vocabulary words, background information for educators, extension ideas, and resources.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 4 - 11
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- recipe for a Fraction Penguin
- white construction paper
- black construction paper
- spare compact discs
- pencils
- scissors
- glue
- black markers
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Diversity of Life
- Animals
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Diversity of Life
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Mathematics
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Measurement
- Circles
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Number and Operations
- Fractions
- Representation
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Measurement
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Formulating Explanations
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Arts and Crafts
- Food and Cooking
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Links STEM to other topics of interest such as arts and humanities
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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- All rights reserved, California Academy of Sciences, 2008