TrigonomeTREE! Key Stage 3 Mathematics resource for Goodleaf Tree Climbing

Introduction

"TrigonomeTREE!" is a 3-page Mathematics resource for Key Stage 3, linked to Goodleaf Tree Climbing

This resource is part of a set of 3 with the following alternate variants:

V108032 - KS3 Mid Ability
V108033 - KS3 High Ability

Précis

This is a Mathematics/Geometry resource that enables students to practise various methods to find the height of a tree.

Contextual Summary

This is a Mathematics/Geometry resource that enables students to practise various methods to find the height of a tree. They will practise their skills of estimation, measuring and basic trigonometry (right angled triangles), as well as having to work together in pairs or teams.

Curriculum Relevance

Mathematics → Geometry → Trigonometry

Implementation

The skills required for the tasks should be introduced and taught before the visit to Goodleaf Tree Climbing, to ensure students are able to engage themselves with the methods described in the resource worksheet. They would benefit from making the ?ratio card? and ?inclinometer? before their visit, so these are ready for use.

Key Skills Practised

Basic trigonometry
Measuring
Estimation
Recording data
Comparing data
Working with others to solve problems

Learning Opportunities

Pre-Visit

The skills should be taught and practised in class prior to the trip so students are aware of the techniques and skills they need to utilise.

On Site

Completion of the Mathematics resource/s linked to this document

Post-Visit

Follow-up tasks could include class discussion about the accuracy/technique used in responses

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to measure the height of trees by demonstrating, practising and consolidating various maths skills

FAQs

Q1. What is this resource and which attraction is it for?

TrigonomeTREE! is a Mathematics resource targeted at Key Stage 3 children, High Ability, supporting a school trip to Goodleaf Tree Climbing

Q2. Which Key Stage and ability level(s) is this intended for?

TrigonomeTREE! is designed for Key Stage 3 children with High Ability but is also suitable for younger students working at a high level or studying a specific topic, or as revision / infill for older students who have already covered this previously

Q3. Which areas of the curriculum are covered?

TrigonomeTREE! is a Mathematics resource specifically targeted at Geometry and Trigonometry

Q4. What are the main learning outcomes for students?

Students will be able to measure the height of trees by demonstrating, practising and consolidating various maths skills

Q5. Does this resource have activities for before and after the visit?

This resource contains elements that are designed to be completed whilst on site at Goodleaf Tree Climbing and on return to school after the visit

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