Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to apply arithmetic concepts to real-life situations involving whippets.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencil
• Calculator (optional)
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Activities

1. Activity 1: Whippet Speed Calculation

   Ask the student to research the average speed of a whippet and write it down.

   Then, have the student calculate how far a whippet can run in a given amount of time.

   For example, if the average speed is 35 miles per hour, how far can a whippet run in 2 hours?

2. Activity 2: Whippet Treats Budget

   Discuss with the student the cost of whippet treats and how many treats they can buy with a given budget.

   Provide them with a budget and the price of a pack of treats. Ask them to calculate how many packs of treats they can buy within their budget.

   For example, if they have a budget of $20 and each pack of treats costs $5, how many packs can they buy?

3. Activity 3: Whippet Growth Rate

   Ask the student to research the average growth rate of a whippet puppy and write it down.

   Then, have the student calculate how much a whippet puppy would weigh at a certain age.

   For example, if the average growth rate is 1 pound per week, how much would a whippet puppy weigh at 10 weeks old?

Australia: Year 7 Talking Points

• "In Australia, we have a diverse range of dog breeds, including whippets."
• "Whippets are known for their agility and speed."
• "Mathematics can be applied to real-life situations, such as calculating distances or budgets."
• "Arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are essential in solving mathematical problems."
• "Researching and gathering information is an important step in solving real-world problems."
• "Understanding growth rates can help us predict how things change over time."