The following lessons focus on student organization, preparation, and presentation of some simple foods as a way of applying various mathematical concepts, with problem-solving techniques being central to almost all the activities.
This unit was adapted from the "Ideas" column in the February 1994 Arithmetic Teacher, Vol. 41, No. 6, pp. 309.
Math Content
Students will utilize problem solving skills, measuring techniques, and food preparation experiences to explore various math concepts.
Individual Lessons
Lesson 1 - Beverage Sharing and Serving Students determine, using a nonstandard cup or plastic drinking container, the minimum amount of fruit drink needed to serve class members.
This lesson plan was adapted from "Beverage Serving and Sharing," which appeared in the February 1994 Arithmetic Teacher, Vol. 41, No. 6, pp. 309‑10, 313‑14. Lesson 2 - A Brownie Bake Students determine the amount of each ingredient needed to make brownies, and then they figure out how to divide the brownies evenly among their classmates. This lesson helps students reinforce their measurement skills in a practical situation.
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