Potato Chip Classification

Young scholars create a dichotomous key using potato chips. In this classification instructional activity, students sort potato chips into groups based on observable characteristics. They record their results to create a dichotomous key...

Middle schoolers create a dichotomous key to different varieties of potato chips. In small groups, they observe and record characteristics of the potato chips to use in the key. They switch keys with another group to see if they can...

Students participate in a creative activity to give them a good understanding of classification. They examine bags of chips and discuss their similarities and differences. Students work in small groups while participating in this activity.