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Radioactivity Experiments
Students study the difference between types of ionizing radiation and how elements are transmuted. They determine that radiation is normal and surrounds us. They calculate the amounts of alpha, beta and gamma radiation emitted from a...
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Random Sampling
Simulate a random sampling of data by tearing 20 sheets of paper into slips and place a number on 10 and a letter on 10. They place the slips in two separate containers and randomly draw a number and a letter. They record their...
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Counting Animal Populations
Learners learn how to count animal populations by the Mark and Recapture method. In this counting animal populations lesson plan, students begin by predicting amounts of different candies in a jar. Learners then simulate using beans, two...
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Calculation the Cricumference of Earth using "Google Earth"
Eighth graders investigate properties of circles. In this eight grade mathematics lesson, 8th graders apply proportional reasoning to data gathered with “Google Earth” to calculate equatorial and polar circumference of the Earth.
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Area Unit
Students solve the area for parallelograms,squares, rectangles, trapezoids, and triangles. For this geometry lesson, students compare and contrast two dimensional shapes and apply their properties to solving real life scenarios. This is...
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Partial Products
Third graders study partial-products algorithms. In this math lesson, 3rd graders use an algorithm to find the product of factors. Students discuss the relationships between multiplication and division.
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Table and Measurements and Area
In this math learning exercise, students fill in the graphic organizer for the measurements and area of several different types of living spaces.
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Estimation Quiz: Use a Table
In this estimation worksheet, students use information about planets, given in a table, to complete a 16 question quiz. Answers are included on page 2. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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The Babylonian Algorithm, Limits and Rates of Change
In this successive approximations worksheet, students use the Babylonian algorithm to determine the roots of given numbers. They identify the limits of a function, and compute the rate of change in a linear function. This two-page...
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Adding Two- and Three-Digit Numbers
In this adding two- and three-digit numbers worksheet, students, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to eight mathematical word problems and equations.
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Leaping Lemurs! How far can you jump?
Students watch a segment of the PBS video which show the lemurs' ability to jump. In pairs, students collect measurement data involving each other's length of a standard step, a standing broad jump, and a long jump. They record their...
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Math Quiz-Grade 3
In this math quiz activity, 3rd graders solve a total of 31 problems related to a variety of 3rd grade math concepts.
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Growing Circles
Students identify the equation to represent a circle. For this algebra lesson, students review properties of conics and how they are related. they use a robot to create a visual of circles and their application to the real world.
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Subtracting Two- and Three-Digit Numbers
In this subtracting two- and three-digit numbers worksheet, students, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to fourteen subtraction equations.
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Round Numbers to Nearest Ten or Hundred
Third graders review telling time. In this instructional activity on telling time, 3rd graders discuss various items that show length of time, including clocks, calendars and sand timers. Students review and practice what they already...
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Adding Decimals
In this adding decimals worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which decimal numbers to the hundredth place are added. Some problems will need to be rewritten vertically.
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Mystery Jars: Make Your Own
Students explore the concept of estimation. In this estimation lesson, students create their own estimation jars and fill them with objects of their choice. Students then count the exact number of objects and trade jars to repeat.
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Introducing Temperature Measurement
Students read a thermometer, associate weather conditions and seasons with temperature changes and keep a record of daily temperature.
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Arrange the Classroom (Part 1 of 3)
Fifth graders arrange the classroom using all the moveable objects and through the exploration of area and perimeter. They determine the area of the classroom, create and label model pieces of furniture using graph paper, and create a...
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Wonderful Watermelon Unit
Pupils get involved in an integrated unit on watermelons. They get knowledgeable about watermelons. This activity involves each student decorating a watermelon and predicting the outcome of it.
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Subtracting Decimals
In this subtracting decimals worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which decimal numbers to the hundredths place are subtracted, sometimes with regrouping. The problems are already properly written with decimal points aligned.
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There Was An Old Lady...
Students participate in various activities using the story There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly. In this reading fluency lesson, students read the story and then practice comprehension, fluency, and writing. An estimation activity...
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Look at Those Leaves!
Students observe and sort tree leaves. In this plant biology lesson, students observe various types of leaves and identify the characteristics of each leaf. Students measure and sort leaves according to size and color.
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Batting Practice: Using Math to Calculate Baseball Statistics
Students calculate and record batting average, hits, and at bats. In this Batting Practice: Using Math to Calculate Baseball Statistics lesson plan, students utilize mathematical formulas to determine the career statistics of baseball...
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