Frequently I find numbers used humorously in the comic section of the newspaper. Many questions can be generated from simple cartoons. Ask your child to read the comics. Initially they may be befuddled by your suggestion that they read the comics, but soon they will find a reason for such maddness. The conversation alone will be priceless, and the number of subjects incorporated in this activity is amazing. First of all, your child will be practicing reading. Secondly they may come to recognize political cartoons which is a great social studies connection. The artistic implications are apparent, and when occasionally a series of numbers or logical reasoning is used, the mathematics is fun and functional! What could be better than spending time with your child learning and laughing together? Enjoy every aspect of your child's growth experience. They may thank you for it later, and you'll create a relationship that will last a lifetime. |
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Questions Generated: 1. If twelve was the answer, what was the question? Can you find another question that would have the answer 12? 2. Write four number sentences whose answer is twelve. Use all four operations (+, -, x, etc.) 3. What are the factors of twelve? 4. After 12 years of school, what grade would you be in? 5. How long will it be until you turn twelve years old? Answer in days. Estimate first, then use a calculator to compute. 6. What grade do you think Peppermint Patty is in? 7. Why does Peppermint Patty suggest her teacher splash cold water on her face? 8. How many times a day does the minute hand on a clock pass the number 12? ...the second hand? 9. How is the number 12 used in measurement? 10. How might your life change if you had twelve fingers instead of ten? |