Time:

30 minutes

Things you need:

  • Running shoes
  • hat

Action:

Go for a walk around your neighbourhood

  1. Notice the house numbers on your street.
    • Think about how numbers are changing on one side of the street.
    • Think about this number pattern. Guess the 10th term in this number pattern.
  2. Look at your favourite driveway. Guess it’s length and width. How many meter sticks can you use approximately on the long side and then on the broadside. Now can you find the perimeter and the area of this driveway?
  3. Count the total number of houses on your street. On average, if three people live in each of these houses. How many people live on your street?

Reflection:

  • What did you notice about the house numbers in your neighbourhood?
  • How does Math help you in everyday life?
  • Do you have any other ideas to use Math while you are outdoors?