Today's Tip for Families

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2026-04-22

Use Popcorn to Practice Math Skills

Pop some popcorn for a fun and tasty way to improve your child’s math skills!

Try these “popcorn math” activities together:

• Estimate how many pieces of popped popcorn it takes to fill a small glass. Then, count them.
• Refill the glass with more popped kernels. Then, ask your child to find three things that are lighter and three things that are heavier than the filled glass. Use a kitchen or bathroom scale to check your results.
• Estimate how many kernels of popped popcorn it takes to fill your child’s favorite popcorn bowl. Count and enjoy!

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Fort Myers Beach Elementary School

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