Math Lesson Plans

What are the important words that allow students to solve math word problems? Mathematicians will utilize the visual thesaurus to help define operational words for solving problems. Learners will create a four-quadrant table using mathematical words and write four flash cards using mathematical symbols. Finally, they will read problems and ascertain which is the correct symbol. Links to resources are included in this fantastic lesson plan.

Help third graders master math vocuabulary! Start by reading the book Three Names and discuss the arithmetic vocabulary to create questions through think-pair-share activities.  Third graders will then complete a worksheet with word problems. In the end, they will use the vocabulary words in complete sentences.

If you are looking for an end-of-the-year math assessment, then this lesson could be for you! Your mathematicians are assessed on their ability to solve difficult, multi-step word problems that take quite a bit of thought and mathematical acumen. The five-day process culminates by having each individual present his problem, and its solution, to the class via PowerPoint.

How does fashion and math relate?  Using algebra, learners will investigate the world of fashion and how it uses math in a real world context. They will also describe their data collected using graphs and analyze it using algebraic expressions. Links and extension ideas are included.

Help learners practice their math skills by utilizing the Internet to research a mathematical topic.  Your math sleuths will investigate a science or social study topic from their curriculum and construct a Math Hunt Grid.  They create a short presentation as a group based on their math work in the lesson plan. Very engaging math problem-solving activity!

Here is a game that combines exercise with math skills. In this mathematics and P.E. lesson plan, students hold balloons that have a number written on them, and for a set time do not let the balloons hit the ground. They must catch a balloon and match an equation to the balloon's number.

Second graders practice vocabulary related to measurement, mathematics, and dinosaurs. Using the engaging topic of dinosaurs, learners will calculate various information about dinosaurs and use measurement vocabulary. They will also answer problems using the math vocabulary and strategies. Real life examples and fun activities are inlcuded in this plan.

Students rewrite a favorite fairy tale in order to use numerical information.  In this fairy tale math lesson, students modify a fairy tale and then write word problems using the new numerical information contained in the story.  Students solve the word problems created.

Explore mathematical functions by utilizing the Internet. Third graders will identify the time used in each of their daily activities, such as playing with friends or practicing an instrument to complete consumer math problems dealing with their own life. They will also utilize an Internet message board to share word problems with other students.

Explore math functions by creating a class presentation in small groups. High schoolers will utilize the Internet to research a specific math activity and use computer software to create a presentation about it. They then share their information and research with the class through their group presentation. Both teacher and other class members will give feedback. While this lesson is not very detailed, the ideas are interesting.