Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply arithmetic concepts to solve real-world problems related to The Last of Us.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencil
• Calculator (optional)
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Activities

1. Activity: Inventory Management

   Imagine you are playing The Last of Us and you need to manage your inventory of supplies. Create a list of supplies (e.g., food, water, ammunition) and assign quantities and weights to each item. Use arithmetic operations to calculate the total weight of your inventory and determine if it exceeds a certain limit.

2. Activity: Crafting Resources

   In The Last of Us, crafting is an essential aspect of survival. Choose a few items that can be crafted in the game (e.g., health kits, Molotov cocktails) and assign values to the resources required for each item. Use arithmetic to calculate the total number of resources needed for a given number of crafted items.

3. Activity: Currency Conversion

   The Last of Us is set in a post-apocalyptic world where different forms of currency may exist. Research and identify three different types of currency used in the game. Create conversion rates between these currencies and practice converting amounts using arithmetic operations.

Sixth Grade Talking Points

• "Arithmetic is the branch of mathematics that deals with numbers and the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division."
• "In The Last of Us, we can use arithmetic to solve problems related to inventory management, crafting, and currency conversion."
• "By applying arithmetic operations, we can calculate the total weight of our inventory, determine the number of resources needed for crafting, and convert between different forms of currency."
• "Arithmetic skills are important in real-life situations as well, such as managing finances, calculating measurements, and solving everyday problems."
• "By engaging in these arithmetic activities related to The Last of Us, we can practice our math skills while having fun and exploring the game's mechanics."