Student will be able to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to everyday situations.
Prior knowledge calculating area and circumference
Colored Markers, Dots, Tape to connect dots, (for drawing triangles)
Straight edge ruler (large print or braille)
Graph Paper (bold or raise lined)
Vocabulary: Hypotenuse, Right Triangle, Triangle Legs, Pythagorean Theorem
Review with the student The Pythagorean Theorem: Given a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sums of the squares of the two sides or a2 + b2 = c2
Brainstorm with the student practical uses of the Pythagorean Theorem.
The student should record his or her responses using the media of choice.
If the student has difficulty coming up with ideas for practical uses of the Pythagorean Theorem watch the following video together: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw9iKERLonc
The student will be designing his/her own slide park. Attached are specifications for the slide park.
Review with student the specifications for the slide park.
Once the student is confident in their understanding, they should begin designing their park.