The Tree Age Investigation is a perfect outdoor activity for teaching perimeter, measurement, and data handling. Students will use a simple formula to estimate the age of trees in your outdoor space while completing fun challenges or collecting data for graphs.
This resource includes two activities: a challenge-based tree age investigation and a data handling activity, where students measure, calculate, and graph their findings. Ideal for pair work, these activities encourage hands-on learning and critical thinking.
Resources needed:
- Flexible tape measure
- Activity sheets
- Calculator
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Math, Science
The Tree Age Investigation is a perfect outdoor activity for teaching perimeter, measurement, and data handling. Students will use a simple formula to estimate the age of trees in your outdoor space while completing fun challenges or collecting data for graphs.
This resource includes two activities: a challenge-based tree age investigation and a data handling activity, where students measure, calculate, and graph their findings. Ideal for pair work, these activities encourage hands-on learning and critical thinking.
Resources needed:
We think you'll also love our Carbon in Trees Investigation.