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Connect the tortoise and the hare fable to mathematics. Learners first identify key terms related to distance, rate, and time. They then solve distance/rate/time problems using different representations.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the resource to introduce the distance/rate/time problems
Classroom Considerations
- Learners need to be able to algebraically solve for one of the variables in the equation d = rt.
- Pupils should also know how to interpret contextual graphs
Pros
- Resource includes all answers to worksheets
- Each problem is considered using multiple approaches (graphs, bar models, algebra)
Cons
- Resource is aligned to outdated California state standards