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Last updated 22 April 2012, created 04 November 2010, viewed 9,573

A problem solving activity using a guess-check-improve method. Activity is a 'Guess Who's coming to dinner' problem. Aim is to find out where each family member of the Simpsons sits at dinner table. I model the problem using 4 guests on the board, then with 5 guests using interaction with pupils, More…trying to guess where each family member sits using the clues provided and checking/improving pupils then tackle the problem with 6 guests, using the clues and character cards . Extension: I asked the pupils to write their own clues to test another pair and swap their clues.

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My yr 3 and 4 class really enjoyed this activity. Thanks

from mollymuscle, 22 April 2012 		(report comment) 5 out of 5

My class of Y3/4 used this activity as part of a maths enrichment day. It worked well as a differentiated task.

from dorothytonge, 11 March 2012 		(report comment) 4 out of 5

Excellent resource. All kids love Simpsons so very easy to get them interested in the first place (half the battle!) Really enjoyed working through this.

from Wyedean, 05 March 2012 		(report comment) 5 out of 5

Problem solving activity for KS2. The Simpson theme really appeals to the children.

from devongirl30, 30 December 2011 		(report comment) 4 out of 5

The children had a great time working through these problems. The differentiation was great. Thank you

from history7, 28 June 2011 		(report comment) 4 out of 5
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