Spring 2014
1:00 – 2:00
ages 8+
Did you ever wonder how carnival games work? What is it about dice and spinner games that people find so fascinating … dare I say addicting? It all has to do with probability, or the chances you have of winning or losing a particular round or game. We’ll investigate probability by playing some games to learn about how probability works. Then, we’ll create some games for everyone to try out as we host a Probability Carnival on the last day of the session during the 2:00 – 3:00 hour.
Designed for children ages 8 and up and/or who can:
- listen quietly and discuss the information presented
- use age-appropriate motor control to construct the projects presented
- follow directions
- work in a pair or a small group
- play games respectfully with a partner or small group
- understand and make connections based on the mathematical concepts
- apply what is learned to create their own game
Materials fee = approximately $10 per child to be paid directly to the instructor in CASH on the first day of the session
