Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply geometric concepts to understand and analyze the physical characteristics and measurements of whippets.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Calculator (optional)
• Whippet breed information or pictures (optional)

Activities

1. Activity: Measuring Whippet's Height

   1. Find a picture of a whippet or use your own whippet if available.

   2. Measure the height of the whippet in centimeters or inches from the ground to the top of its shoulder.

   3. Record the measurement and convert it to the other unit of measurement if desired.

2. Activity: Calculating Whippet's Speed

   1. Research the average running speed of a whippet. You can use the internet or books to find this information.

   2. Convert the speed into meters per second.

   3. Calculate how far a whippet can run in 10 seconds at its average speed.

   4. Record your calculation and compare it to the distance covered by other animals or objects.

3. Activity: Drawing Whippet's Body Shape

   1. Use the information you gathered about whippet's height and length.

   2. Draw a scaled diagram of a whippet's body shape on a piece of paper.

   3. Label the important features of the whippet's body, such as the head, neck, legs, and tail.

Australia: Year 7 Talking Points

• "In Year 7, we learn about geometry and how it applies to real-world situations."
• "Today, we will explore geometric concepts by focusing on the physical characteristics and measurements of whippets."
• "We will measure the height of a whippet and convert the measurement between centimeters and inches."
• "We will also calculate the speed of a whippet and determine how far it can run in a given time."
• "Finally, we will draw a scaled diagram of a whippet's body shape to visually represent its proportions."