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Pythagoras Teacher Resources
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In this Greek history worksheet, students complete a chart that identifies eleven different Greek scientists. They identify the dates in which they were around and what contributions or theories they were known for.
Investigate vectors and learn how to use them. Explore why size and direction, as well as knowing speed and distance, are important components of the vector problems you are trying to solve. This is an extensive lesson which includes six different activities, each with examples and problems to solve.
Eighth graders practice calculating the unknown length of a right angle triangle. They also examine the pythogoram theory in groups. They help each other work through the problems.
Students read biographies about mathematicians and match 10 mathematicians' names to their contribution to the world. In this mathematician lesson plan, students research mathematicians and write a 1 paragraph journal entry about 1 of the mathematicians.
Students are responsible for creating a border around a triangular garden spot, of which they know the measurements for two sides. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate the third side and complete the garden.
Fifth graders solve a problem by using systematic problem solving strategies. They determine if there is enough information to solve the problem. They solve a problem involving geometric shapes and area.
Middle and high schoolers investigate all the different places in math that square root is present. In this geometry lesson, pupils discuss square roots as it relates to a right triangle and construction. They go over altitude, rise, base, and parts of a right triangle to solve sing the Pythagorean Theorem.
A video leads off this activity on fables, introducing the class to this important form of traditional storytelling. The group defines fable and hears an explanation of the origin of this type of folk tale. They summarize the story they watch, state the moral, and relate the moral to their own experiences. Finally, small groups retell a fable, placing it in modern context. A fun lesson sure to get even your young boys engaged!
Turn your middle schoolers into Biographical Scene Investigators in an investigative reporting lesson plan! They identify heroic individuals selected from the provided list and keep their own evidence notebooks regarding the actions of their subject. Next, they research print and Internet sources for evidence of the subject's heroic actions.
Here is a math worksheet which has learners calculate the surface area and volume of a variety of solid shapes. This thorough worksheet has five problems for the pupils to solve, and includes an answer sheet.