What's the Difference?

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In this sorting activity, learners play a game in which they try to identify the largest number of differences between two objects. This activity guide contains a material list, game instructions, sample questions to ask, literary connections, extensions, and alignment to local and national standards.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
free per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 11
Resource Types:
Activity, Game, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Variety of small toys and objects (colored blocks, play figurines, buttons, etc.)
  • Bag
  • Watch or timer (3 minutes)
  • Paper and pencil

Keywords

Subjects

  • Mathematics
    • Algebra
      • Patterns
    • Data Analysis and Probability
      • Probability
    • Measurement
      • Size and Scale
    • Representation

Informal Categories

  • Games
  • Toys

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • see color
  • read
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Children's Museum of Houston, 2004

Funding Source:

  • ExxonMobil