Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply arithmetic concepts to solve problems related to Ark, the video game.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and pencil
• Calculator (optional)
• Basic knowledge of the Ark video game

Activities

1. Activity 1: Taming Dinosaur Levels

   Choose 5 different dinosaurs from Ark and research their starting levels and maximum levels. Calculate the difference between the maximum level and the starting level for each dinosaur.

2. Activity 2: Resource Gathering

   Imagine you need to gather resources in Ark to build a shelter. Create a list of 10 different resources you would need and assign each resource a value in terms of how many you would need to collect. Calculate the total number of each resource you would need to gather.

3. Activity 3: Time Management

   Plan a gaming session in Ark. Determine how many hours you want to play and divide that time into equal intervals. Calculate the duration of each interval and set alarms to keep track of time while playing.

Sixth Grade Talking Points

• "Arithmetic is a branch of mathematics that deals with numbers and their operations."
• "In Ark, understanding arithmetic can help us make strategic decisions and solve problems efficiently."
• "Calculating the difference between the starting level and maximum level of dinosaurs can help us determine their potential for growth and strength."
• "Assigning values to resources and calculating the total quantity needed helps us plan and manage our inventory effectively."
• "Dividing our gaming session into equal intervals and setting alarms helps us stay on track and manage our time wisely."