Planes with Pronghorns
With an average running speed of 40 MPH, pronghorns are the fastest land mammal in North America. They can also run at speeds of up to 60 MPH for long distances. While they're running, they like to do geometry in their heads.
Through in-class activities and independent practice, students will:
Calculate whole number distances between two points on the Cartesian coordinate plane using the Pythagorean Theorem
Reflect shapes on a coordinate grid over a line of reflection
Transform a given shape to a target shape by dilating, rotating, translating, or reflecting
- Day and Time: Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET
- Class Duration: 4 Weeks
- Dates: April 2 - 30, 2025
- No class April 16 (Spring Break)
- Recommended for: Ages 13+ / Grades 8-9
- Teacher: TTK Faculty
- Required Materials:
- DreamBox math app*
*There is an additional $45 charge for DreamBox, which is a one-time purchase for the entire school year. Here at The Thinking Kid, we utilize the DreamBox Math App to enable our students to practice math skills outside of the classroom. DreamBox engages students through math games to test their proficiency in math concepts discussed in class. DreamBox access is essential to student success in our math program. If you have previously purchased DreamBox, please contact us at miriam@thethinkingkid.org
