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In this activity, learners develop an understanding of cylinders and volume as they compare two sizes of popcorn buckets.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per group of students
- Ages 4 - 8
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- paper
- tape
- cotton balls, pom-poms or packing peanuts
Subjects
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Mathematics
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Geometry
- Solid Geometry
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Size and Scale
- Polygons
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Geometry
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Food and Cooking
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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Access Rights:
- Free access
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Funding Source:
- ExxonMobil