How many colors do you know? The lesson teaches scholars how digital devices use binary and hexadecimal representations to store colors. They learn how millions of colors are available on these devices.

Concepts

data representations, colors, binary code, hexadecimal, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the optional writing activity as a homework assignment

Classroom Considerations

• Activity requires lots of crayons; consider having the class bring in crayons from home if they have them
• It is helpful if learners have knowledge of number systems, such as binary

Pros

• Pupils will appreciate hands-on nature of the activity
• Includes links to websites for further information

Cons

• None

Common Core

MP1 MP4 MP5