Download Spider Web Project - Alexandra Middle School

Canadian “Staycations” Project
Name______________Hmrm:___
Learning Outcomes:
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7N1. Number – Determine and explain why a number is divisible by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and
10 and why a number cannot be divided by zero.
7N2. Number – Demonstrate an understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication and
division of decimals to solve problems.
 7N3. Number – Solve problems involving percents from 1% to 100%.
 7N4. Number – Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between positive
terminating decimals and positive fractions and between positive repeating decimals and
positive fractions.
 7N6. Number – Demonstrate an understanding of addition and subtraction of integers,
concretely, pictorially and symbolically.
 7N7. Number - Compare and order positive fractions, positive decimals (to thousandths),
and whole numbers by using: benchmarks, place value and equivalent fractions and/or
decimals.
 7SS4. Shape and Space – Identify and plot points in the four quadrants of a Cartesian
plane, using integral ordered pairs.
 7SP1. Statistics and Probability – Demonstrate an understanding of central tendency and
range by: determining the measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode) and range;
determining the most appropriate measures of central tendency to report findings.
 7SP2. Statistics and Probability – Determine the effect on the mean, median, and mode
when an outlier is included in the data set.
 7SP3. Statistics and Probability – Construct, label and interpret circle graphs (or
symmetrical circular drawings) to solve problems.
Assignment:
You are currently employed by Tourism Canada, and are compiling data to promote “staycations.”
Your task is to gather and present data on select lakes and cities in Canada. You will be researching
and calculating statistics to use in support of the promotional material.
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LEVEL I
Student Resources:
 Ruler, Protractor, Compass
 Pencil crayons
 Internet access
 Calculator
 Copy of charts and map
Tasks:
 Research and record the population of two cities in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada.
 Choose five of your researched cities and research and record the highest and lowest
extreme record temperatures.
 Research and record area or depth for one lake in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada. Keep your choice of data collection consistent for all lakes.
 On the map provided, label the origin and x and y axis.
 Plot your cities, and identify and label your coordinates beside each city.
 Using the record low temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Using the record high temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Draw your lakes on the map displaying the approximate location, size and shape based on
your research.
 Using your lake statistics to determine the mean, median, mode and range.
 Copy and complete the following table representing the date for each of your lakes:
LAKE
STATISTIC
DECIMAL
EQUIVALENT
PERCENT
CENTRAL
ANGLE
TOTALS:
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Create a circle graph representing your lake statistics. (Reminder: color, label/legend, title,
and percent must all be included in your graph.)
You are looking at 24 of your 26 cities. What percent of your data is this? How do you
know that these 24 cities can be divided into equal groups of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8? Why can’t
you divide it by zero?
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LEVEL I ASSESSMENT:
CRITERIA
STUDENT
TEACHER
I researched and recorded city population
information.
I researched and recorded record temperatures
for five cities.
I researched and recorded lake data.
I labeled the origin and x and y axis on the
Canada map.
I plotted cities on the map, and included
coordinates.
I calculated central tendencies and ranges.
I drew the lakes on the map.
I calculated the decimal and percent equivalents
in the table.
I constructed a circle graph.
I used divisibility rules to create equal groups of
2, 3, 4, 6, and 8.
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LEVEL II
Student Resources:
 Ruler, Protractor, Compass
 Pencil crayons
 Internet access
 Calculator
 Copy of charts and map
 Blank paper
Tasks:
 Research and record the population of two cities in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada.
 Choose five of your researched cities and research and record the highest and lowest
extreme record temperatures.
 Research and record area or depth for one lake in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada. Keep your choice of data collection consistent for all lakes.
 On the map provided, label the origin and x and y axis.
 Plot your cities, and identify and label your coordinates beside each city.
 Using the record low temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Using the record high temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Draw your lakes on the map displaying the approximate location, size and shape based on
your research.
 Estimate the coordinates of the center of the each lake, and record beside the lake on your
map.
 Using your lake statistics to determine the mean, median, mode and range.
 Copy and complete the following table representing the date for each of your lakes:
LAKE
STATISTIC
DECIMAL
EQUIVALENT
PERCENT
CENTRAL
ANGLE
TOTALS:

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Create a circle graph representing your lake statistics. (Reminder: color, label/legend, title,
and percent must all be included in your graph.)
Research one lake or city for an interesting fact or tourist attraction.
Create a bumper sticker to size advertising your interesting fact or attraction that meets the
following criteria:
o Will fit on the bumper of an average car.
o Include a slogan that is appropriate for a general audience.
o Color and design should be eye catching and original.
o On the back of your bumper sticker include all dimensions and show the
calculations to determine area.
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You are looking at 24 of your 26 cities. What percent of your data is this? How do you
know that these 24 cities can be divided into equal groups of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8? Why can’t
you divide it by zero?
How many cities would you need to add or subtract to divide the total evenly into groups of
5, 9, and 10?
LEVEL II ASSESSMENT:
CRITERIA
STUDENT
TEACHER
I researched and recorded city population
information.
I researched and recorded record temperatures
for five cities.
I researched and recorded lake data.
I labeled the origin and x and y axis on the
Canada map.
I plotted cities on the map, and included
coordinates.
I calculated central tendencies and ranges.
I drew the lakes on the map.
I calculated the decimal and percent equivalents
in the table.
I constructed a circle graph.
I labeled the approximate lake center coordinates
on the map.
I created a bumper sticker for one destination
and included all required measurements and
calculations.
I used divisibility rules to create equal groups of
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10.
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LEVEL III
Student Resources:
 Ruler, Protractor, Compass
 Pencil crayons
 Internet access
 Calculator
 Copy of charts and map
 Blank paper
 Computer
Tasks:
 Research and record the population of two cities in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada.
 Choose five of your researched cities and research and record the highest and lowest
extreme record temperatures.
 Research and record area or depth for one lake in each of the ten provinces and three
territories of Canada. Keep your choice of data collection consistent for all lakes.
 On the map provided, label the origin and x and y axis.
 Plot your cities, and identify and label your coordinates beside each city.
 Using the record low temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Using the record high temperatures, determine the mean, median, mode and range of your
data. Identify any outliers and the impact they have on the measures of central tendency.
 Draw your lakes on the map displaying the approximate location, size and shape based on
your research.
 Estimate the coordinates of the center of the each lake, and record beside the lake on your
map.
 Using your lake statistics to determine the mean, median, mode and range.
 Copy and complete the following table representing the date for each of your lakes:
LAKE
STATISTIC
DECIMAL
EQUIVALENT
PERCENT
CENTRAL
ANGLE
TOTALS:




Create a circle graph representing your lake statistics. (Reminder: color, label/legend, title,
and percent must all be included in your graph.)
Choose a city or lake and research to find out about the tourist attractions, interesting facts
and/or activities that can be done there.
Create a brief visual presentation (ex. Powerpoint, commercial, Prezi) that will highlight
this location and sell it as a “staycation” and tourist destination.
You are looking at 24 of your 26 cities. What percent of your data is this? How do you
know that these 24 cities can be divided into equal groups of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8? Why can’t
you divide it by zero?
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How many cities would you need to add or subtract to divide the total evenly into groups of
5, 9, and 10?
What is the smallest number of cities that can be evenly divided into groups of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
8, 9, AND 10? Explain or show your thinking.
LEVEL III ASSESSMENT:
CRITERIA
STUDENT
TEACHER
I researched and recorded city population
information.
I researched and recorded record temperatures
for five cities.
I researched and recorded lake data.
I labeled the origin and x and y axis on the
Canada map.
I plotted cities on the map, and included
coordinates.
I calculated central tendencies and ranges.
I drew the lakes on the map.
I calculated the decimal and percent equivalents
in the table.
I constructed a circle graph.
I labeled the approximate lake center coordinates
on the map.
I created a visual presentation for one
destination.
I used divisibility rules to create equal groups of
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10.
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Geographic Extremes Project Research:
CITY NAME,
PROVINCE/TERRITORY
PROVINCE/TERRITORY
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CITY
POPULATION
LAKE NAME
RECORD HIGH
TEMPURATURE (5)
RECORD LOW
TEMPERATURE (5)
LAKE STATISTIC
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