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In this math activity, learners observe and sketch cracking patterns in pavement. Learners use a protractor to measure and label the angles of their sketches and conclude if some angles are more common than others.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity
- English, Spanish
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- playground or other paved surface
- paper
- clipboard or book to create a sturdy drawing surface
- pencil
- Pocket Protractor or other protractor
- Geometric Shapes Chart
Subjects
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Mathematics
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Algebra
- Patterns
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Geometry
- Plane Geometry
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Measurement
- Polygons
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Algebra
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Physical Sciences
- Motion and Forces
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Outdoor Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- be mobile
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Exploratorium, 2010
Funding Sources:
- National Science Foundation
- Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation