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Gingerbread Man Combinations

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Gingerbread men are just like us—they're unique! Discover how many combinations are possible when constructing a gingerbread man with several choices for shapes and colors of eyes, noses, and buttons. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Assign the activity for learners to complete on their own tablets or computers as homework
  • Have groups estimate how many combinations they believe are possible before completing the exercise
  • Provide the gingerbread man supplies for class members to create their favorite combination
Classroom Considerations
  • Interactive website has sound; supply learners with headphones or have them turn the sound off
  • Includes the URL for the website, though the activity can be completed using just the list of supplies
  • Does not include an answer key or suggested responses
Pros
  • Activity is fun and engaging for learners of all levels
  • Encourages math skills and collaborative learning
Cons
  • None