Math in the Forest: outdoor applied math activities! Pi, angles, and more
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Simply EVERY unit in my shop, in one discounted bundle!→ This collection includes environmental science-inspired complete units and study materials.→ It is perfect for homeschooling, nature camps, STEM camps, and earth/environmental science classrooms.→ All the materials feature my artwork and are bPrice $218.00Original Price $292.00Save $74.00
This forest collection bundles together three of my most popular complete units, all centered around the theme of forests! It includes my Forest Ecology Unit, Math in the Forest Unit, and Trees Unit! This curriculum collection includes dozens of activities covering STEM topics including geometry, plPrice $24.00Original Price $30.00Save $6.00
Description
Q: How do you measure the height of a tree without a ladder?
How do you measure the diameter of a tree without cutting it down?
A: Welcome to Math in the Forest! This unit applys math to solve real-world problems in the fields of forestry and environmental science. Take the class outside with nature-based, hands-on lessons in geometry, unit conversions, forest conservation, and more.
Age group: My units are great for mixed-age groups (e.g., homeschool, camps). This unit is best suited to mid-elementary school through early high school.
Included Materials
- Definition/info cards
- Cut out forestry tools (classroom decorations)
- "About Forestry" handout + brainstorm activity
- Pi, circumference, and radius activity guides
- Pi, circumference, and radius poster
- Pi, circumference, and radius worksheets
- "Stump Activity" - try to calculate pi!
- Make your own inclinometer
- Tree height angles (basic activity for younger students)
- Tree height + trigonometry (advanced activity for older students)
- Unit conversions worksheet
- Teacher Directions + answer keys
Please note
→ You are purchasing a PDF download.
→ Printing on 8.5x11" paper is recommended.
→ FOR PERSONAL/CLASSROOM USE ONLY: These materials feature my original artwork and designs. Please do not resell, share, or alter these materials.
→The activities in this pack should be completed with adult supervision. Wild Earth Lab is not responsible for the safety of participants in outdoor and/or lab activities.
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