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A change is coming. Pupils use unit cubes to investigate how changes in the length, width, and/or height affects volume and surface area. They extend the results to write and test predictions on the effect of changing multiple sides on volume and surface area.
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- Have each group test a different scale factor so that there are many more data points to consider
Classroom Considerations
- Activity requires blocks
- Scholars need to be able to calculate surface area and volume of prisms
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- Provides journal writing prompts
- Includes blank tables for learners to use when tracking results
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- Outdated standards information