Using the concept of a candy vending machine, young mathematicians explore the sugar ratios found in different types of candy. Using the provided information, class members calculate and compare different ratios in order to find the sweetest treat.

Concepts

ratios, mathematical reasoning, proportional reasoning, problem solving strategies

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Activities listed can be used in workstations
• Use handout 1 and 2 of Candy Machine as your end-of-unit assessment

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson assumes young mathematicians have prior knowledge of computing ratios
• Standards for Mathematical Practice are listed, but the Common Core Math Standards are omitted

Pros

• Well written assignment and easy to follow instructions include higher level extensions for those who need an extra challenge
• Adapted to Common Core Standards

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.RP.A.1 6.RP.A.2 6.RP.A.3.a 6.RP.A.3.b 6.RP.A.3.c 6.RP.A.3.d 7.RP.A.1 7.RP.A.2.a MP1 MP2 MP3 MP4