Pantry Dilations

I noticed that many snacks in my pantry showed dilated images of the food on the packaging. After snapping a few photos myself, and gathering feedback from folks in the #MTBoS on Twitter, this resulting activity provides students with some unique measurement opportunities. Additionally, Desmos sliders help students visualize dilations to informally test their scale factors (thanks to Dave Johnston for the suggestion). This is a less formal introduction to the concept of dilations in the coordinate plane. Math and food - what more can one ask for? :-) Looking for dilations activities with consideration for specific coordinates? You might try these: Dilations by Andrew Stadel https://teacher.desmos.com/activitybuilder/custom/561498911de0cf37102ab0f6 Working with Dilations by by Caleb Rothe https://teacher.desmos.com/activitybuilder/custom/56c73d3e8973bc22067d7f06

By Cathy Yenca