This webquest was created for a larger project by a Lehigh University student.
Introduction
Hi Students!
Now that we've learned about fractions, I want to celebrate and bake some cookies with you. Together we're going to learn about using fractions while cooking, and we're going to create a recipe for a larger portion of food.
Task
Let's begin!
First you're going to watch a video.
Then we're going to practice converting some fractions using fraction strips.
We'll watch another video so that we can practice some more.
Finally, you'll practice using a worksheet.
Your final project will be to create a meal that feeds a larger number of people! You will work in groups and each choose two recpies to convert!
Process
Please review the measurement powerpoint listed under the webquest tab.
Please watch this video:
Now, please look at the second measurement video.
Please watch one more video:
Please work on the other worksheets with your partner.
Use this online fraction bar website if you need help!
http://www.mathplayground.com/Fraction_bars.html
Evaluation
Please work in groups to modify two recipies. You will work on doubling them using the fraction strip link when necessary.
1. Print the original recipes
2. Write the modifications on a seperate page (using the examples as a guide)
5 points for printing the orginial
5 points for working well in a team
5 points for neatly writing up the modifications
5 points for an explaination of what you did!
Conclusion
Great job! Now you can help your parents make food and modify a recipe!
Credits
Credits:
Videos retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCqYoL1a3a4
and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YZmUHWo120
Powerpoints and worksheets from:
http://www.phs.d211.org/fcs/starykm/lifestudies1/kitchenmath/measuring.htm