Lesson Plan

Grades 9-12

Illustrating Birth and Death Rates

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30 minutes

SUBJECTS: Social Studies

TOPICS: Fertility/Mortality

Resource Overview

Through a short demonstration, students observe how birth and death rates influence population growth.

Demonstration using bowls of water and measuring cups shows population growth when the birth rate exceeds the death rate

Features of This Resource

  • Visual demonstration puts statistics into accessible model
  • Students compare and contrast one aspect of LDC and MDC
  • Lesson plan uses real-world data

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This lesson plan must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.

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