Maths
The activity aims to encourage students to use their mathematical knowledge to work together and be creative to solve a problem. They will work in teams and will need to devise techniques to complete all the tasks within the timeframe.
This box relies on student’s ability to solve algebraic equations and their knowledge of volume and capacity.
Curriculum links
GCSE Maths
Time Requirements:
Ideally up to 3 hours – you may wish to run this session over several maths lessons/during an enrichment period.
Box contents
- USB card
- Presentation
- Lesson plan
- Teacher Evaluation
- 900cm3 pasta in a bottle
- Example nets
- Mass results sheet
- Maths Packaging Challenge Spec Document x 8 copies
- 8 x large set squares
- 8 x 40cm rulers
Classroom requirements
Table space for students to work on – preferably group tables accommodating up to 4 students. Smartboard access for the PowerPoints is a necessity. Additional material such as A2 card and Sellotape will be needed.