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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Cube

For Students 9th - 10th
Drawings and discussion on the properties of the cube, with lots of links to related pages. With this page you can find how to make a cube out of tetrahedron. [Requires Java.]
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Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Cube

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Explore this 3D cube. Use the 'explode' slider to separate the faces.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: "Impossible" Geometric Constructions

For Students 9th - 10th
Three geometric constructions students like to say are "impossible" are explained here. Trisecting an angle, squaring a circle, and doubling a cube are examined as being either possible or impossible, depending on the "rules" you use.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Volume of Rectangular Prisms With Unit Cubes

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Find volume of 3-dimensional figures by counting unit cubes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Abstract Sculpture & the Attributes of Cubes

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
In this lesson, students will create cubes and identify the attributes of a cube, including discussion of edges, faces, vertices, and angles. Teacher resources are provided.
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AAA Math

Aaa Math: Evaluating Cubes

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
This site investigates cube numbers. Games and exercises are provided to practice the skill.
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Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Surface Area of a Cube

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A complete reference guide to the surface area of a cube. It provides definitions, examples, and interactive activities that enhance further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
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University of Regina (Canada)

University of Regina: Math Central: Manipulatives for the Upper Elementary (Gr. 4 6)

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
Many teachers find it more challenging to incorporate the use of manipulatives into their mathematics programs at the upper elementary or middle school grades. Activities using manipulatives are provided for grades four, five, and six...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Abstract Sculpture & Cubes

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
In this lesson, students will form cubes and discuss their attributes including edges, faces, vertices, and angles. Media resources and teacher materials are included.
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Math Is Fun

Math Is Fun: Cubes and Cube Roots

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Examines cubes and cube roots. Topics include perfect cubes, how to cube a number, and the cube root symbol. The resource consists of explanations, examples, and ten practice questions.
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AAA Math

Aaa Math: The Cube of a Number

For Students 6th - 8th
Students review how to evaluate the cube of a number. Practice problems to check for comprehension of the math concept are included.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Elem Math: Counting Cubes and Creating a Place Value Diagram

For Students 2nd - 4th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The PLIX interactive source allows students to use base ten blocks to explore place value and numbers in the hundreds. There is also a video that describes how to...
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Quia

Ixl Learning: Cube Roots

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Brush up on your math skills relating to cube roots then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Equations With Square Roots and Cube Roots

For Students 7th - 8th Standards
Practice solving equations by squaring or cubing both sides. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Decompose Figures to Find Volume (Unit Cubes)

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Find the volume of irregular 3D figures made up of unit cubes by dividing the figures into rectangular prisms and finding the volume of each part. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly,...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cube Roots Review

For Students 7th - 8th
Reviews what cube roots are and how to find them. Includes several practice questions along with explanations of solutions.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Square and Cube Challenge

For Students 7th - 8th Standards
Practice solving problems using your knowledge of square and cube roots. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Volume With Cubes With Fraction Lengths

For Students 5th - 7th Standards
Find volume of rectangular prisms by using cubes with fraction side lengths. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Group Theory 101: How to Play a Rubik's Cube Like a Piano

For Students 9th - 10th
Mathematics explains the workings of the universe, from particle physics to engineering and economics. Math is even closely related to music, and their common ground has something to do with a Rubik's Cube puzzle. Michael Staff explains...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Elem Math: Counting Cubes and Creating a Place Value Model

For Students 2nd - 4th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The video shows how to count cubes and make a place value model with a number in the thousands. The video is followed by practice problems to assess student...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cube Roots

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
In this exercise, students practice finding cube roots. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints, watch a video, and try questions repeatedly.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Volume With Unit Cubes 1

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
In this exercise, students practice figuring volume with unit cubes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Comparing Volumes With Unit Cubes

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
In this exercise, students practice comparing volumes with unit cubes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.
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PBS

Pbs: Rubik's Cube Volume

For Students 6th - 8th
Revealing multiple ways to find volume using a Rubik's cube. This video focuses on modeling volume and explaining why two different volume equations will give you the same answer.