Synopsis:
Suppose you want to search for the largest sunken gold treasure in U.S. History. Who would you want on your team? Tom Thompson wanted a mathematician who specialized in probability.
Running time 5:40 minutes.
Hands-On Math Activities:
Heads or Tails
Subject: Mathematics; Problem Solving
Topics: Statistics and Probability; Look for a Pattern; Make a Graph; Use a Chart or Table
Grades: 4 - 8
Hands-On Math / Science Activity:
Tip Toss
Subject: Mathematics; Science; Problem Solving
Topics: Reasoning and Communication; Statistics; Variables; Use a Chart or Table; The Nature of Science
Grades: 5 - 8
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