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This Scale City — Scale Models in the Real World instructional video also includes:
Good things come in miniature packages. An interesting video from the Math at the Core MS: Ratios playlist introduces the collection of miniatures in the Kentucky Gateway Museum. Scholars use base-10 blocks to create scale models before considering how the volume of the model compares to the actual object.
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite an architect to give a presentation on architectural models
- Have the class bring in their favorite scale models or miniatures
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should have experience with scale factors and proportions
- Activity requires a variety of basic materials; see the resource for a complete list
Pros
- Provides a separate file with a teacher guide
- Connects math to real-world situations
Cons
- No student handouts or worksheets