Explain Ratios Using Real Menus

Make ratios more relatable with real-world food examples.

Teaching context:
Perfect for students who struggle to understand ratios in abstract settings. Ideal for Year 7 or 8 maths lessons.

Basic AI Prompt:
Create ratio questions based on a food menu.

Enhanced AI Prompt:
Generate five ratio questions using a fictional takeaway menu for Year 7 students. Include answers and a link between the items and the ratio concepts.

Spice it up:
Ask for the menu as a printable handout with colourful illustrations.

Lesson implementation:
Begin by displaying the menu and explaining how prices and portions relate to ratios. Students solve the AI-generated questions in pairs or small groups. This task is ideal for visual learners and food lovers alike.

You can also have students create their own fictional menu using AI and write ratio questions for peers to solve. It ties nicely into budget maths or food tech collaboration. Use Google Slides or Canva to create and share menus across the class. For extension, ask students to calculate ingredient costs or compare deals. This lesson connects well to World Food Day or budgeting units.

Got ideas on different ways to use this prompt? Share them with the class in the comments below!

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