Simple Sampling gives meaning to using math

This article provides a way to show students how sampling works and is a great way to show a use for finding a mean. I would follow this with taking my classes outside and taking samples of ... See More

This article provides a way to show students how sampling works and is a great way to show a use for finding a mean. I would follow this with taking my classes outside and taking samples of either twine circles or meter square sections of the school yard for, say, the number of insects or weeds or some other common plant present and then using the data to again find the mean of the sample. This might make an especially good discussion during election time.

A Simple Way To Count Large Populations

Biologist often use the methods discussed in this activity to estimate a large population using a sample population. After learning what and how to sample populations, the child uses this k... See More

Biologist often use the methods discussed in this activity to estimate a large population using a sample population. After learning what and how to sample populations, the child uses this knowledge in an activity that simulates a population of imaginary grasshoppers. What makes these home activities to helpful is the explanation of how to modify them for a younger student.