Mystery Box: Making Observations and Collecting Data

This activity was designed for blind learners, but all types of learners can use it to learn to differentiate between qualitative and quantitative observations and to practice data collection. In this activity, the learner works with a partner and describes and records the items in their mystery box. Low vision learners can practice using their vision to collect data by putting their objects in an open tub, while sighted learners can be encouraged to use their tactile senses by putting their objects in a closed box with access only for their hands to enter.