Unit Plan

All A Loan

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When designing a house, it's important to know about percents. Through a series of three lessons, scholars first review percentages through an activity involving M&Ms and then apply that knowledge to calculate compound interest and determine which loan option is best for the house they are building.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Collaborate with a math teacher for the activity
Classroom Considerations
  • A bag of M&Ms and small cups are necessary for the activities
  • Note that the resource indicates tan as an M&M color and does not include blue
Pros
  • Middle school pupils will have fun with the activity
  • Requires pupils to think about percents in different representations (fraction, verbal statements, etc.)
Cons
  • None