Lesson Preparation
Students play the game Connect the Drops to develop their fluency with ratios and then the game is used as a jumping off point to introduce three important executive function processes related to learning math: working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control.
CCSS content goals: 6.RP.A.1, 6.RP.C.3a
Standards for Mathematical Practice: MP3, MP4
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Teacher Guide
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Teacher Slides
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Student Workbook (PDF)
Activity
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Connect the Drops Rules
Assessment A
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Mini-Assessment A
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Mini-Assessment A Answer Key
<lesson_fa-icon><lesson_fa-icon> Digital Mini-Assessment (Google Form)