Sorting memories doesn't have to be difficult. Young mathematicians evaluate two different methods of sorting yearbook pictures. They answer a set of questions to explore each method, then develop their own sorting procedure based on their findings.

Concepts

sorting, sorting & categorizing

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• See if it would be possible to visit the yearbook office or local newspaper office to sort pictures
• Use the resource as an in-class group task
  

Classroom Considerations

• Some understanding of sorting is advantageous
  

Pros

• Printable student worksheet is available
• Provides a separate answer key for instructors
  

Cons

• None