Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.

Create an object that can be filled and covered.

Objective: To create an awareness of volume and surface area.

Activity: In groups of four, students will create an object that they can fill up and cover up. The object will be created from either straws, toothpicks, or craft sticks.

Assessment: Participation, quality of work, and group work.