Brrr! That’s Cold!

Next to Russia, the coldest country in the world is Canada! Over an entire year, Canada’s average temperature is -5.6°C (taken from “The Day Niagara Falls Ran Dry: Canadian Weather Facts and Trivia” by David Phillips; Pg. 123). How can this be explained using mathematical knowledge, non-mathematical knowledge and Essential Skills?

Although many people might find it difficult to believe that Canada’s average annual temperature is so low, you will be responsible for making some sense out of this statistic. You will be writing an explanation that validates this statement by using mathematical and non-mathematical knowledge. Use the planning chart provided to help you get started. As you make your points, be sure to identify which Essential Skills you used to help prove this statement.

What will you do with your points?

When you feel that you have enough points, put your ideas into a convincing written piece. Be prepared to read your responses aloud.

What will you do with the Essential Skills?

On a coloured piece of paper, write down each Essential Skill you identified is used at school and its example. Cut each one out in a balloon/cloud shape. (You will have a balloon for every point listed in your chart).
Do the same for examples at a job (write down the Essential Skill, the example and cut it out).
* You may wish to be creative and add a little picture or diagram to your balloon/cloud! Attach your balloons to the class bulletin board in the appropriate location. Be prepared to discuss your ideas.