Explore relationships between similar rectangles with a unique approach. Scholars analyze data from imaginary balls on paper pool tables of different shapes to discover interesting patterns. They use ratios, factors, and multiples to...

Keep your class rolling right along! Math scholars continue their study of geometric patterns in the second installment of a four-part series of activities based upon a paper pool game. Pairs use their data and observations from the...

When it comes to teaching ratio and proportion, take a cue from a great instructional activity! Part one of a four-part series of activities revolving around a paper pool game introduces the notion of predicting results based upon...

Find the least common multiple of hotdog packages and bun packages in an interactive that allows pupils to drag and drop a set of four hot dogs into a pack of six buns to find the least common multiple of the sets.

Give learners a chance to shine. The last installment of a 21-part series is an end-of-module assessment. Scholars show their understanding of operations with decimals and division of fractions by solving problems in the context of a...

Find the common denominator between prime factors, factor trees, and the distributive property. Scholars learn to find the least common multiple and greatest common factor of pairs of numbers. They rotate through stations to connect...

Teach the least common multiple approach to converting fractions to integers within an equation with a video tutorial that explains how to find the LCM of the denominators in the equation. The instructor then uses the LCM and the...

Viewers of this short video examine abstract equations with fractional expressions and learn to find a least common multiple to eliminate denominators. They then see how to manipulate the equation to isolate the variable of interest.

Develop a strategy for adding and subtracting fractions with your classes. The video shows a procedure for adding and subtracting fractions by finding common denominators. Each example increases in difficulty.

Prepare your classes for future work by reinforcing multiples and finding least common multiples. Learners see how to identify the least common multiple of a set of numbers. The instructor shows examples including a set of two and a set...

The LCM will be your new BFF. Learners review least common multiple and least common denominator applications, mostly on fractions, from middle school. Scholars then see how the LCM can be applied to various types of problems from...

Support math vocabulary instruction with a reference sheet designed to meet the needs of sixth grade mathematicians. Four pages consist of 20 terms, their definitions, and a picture representation. Terms include percent, least...

Common denominator, invert, and terminating decimal are only a few terms found in a set of math vocabulary math cards. Made up of 40 cards, the set reinforces terms with boldly printed word cards, and definition cards offering an example...

Reinforce math vocabulary with a set of 52 flash cards. Two types of cards make a set; a word card printed in bold lettering, and a definition card equipped with a labeled example. Terms include algebraic expression, prime number,...

Test your scholars' knowledge of a multitude of concepts with an assessment aligned to the California math standards. Using the exam, class members show what they know about the four operations, positive and negative numbers, statistics...

Common denominators, factors, and rounding are a few of the terms in a set of flash cards designed to reinforce math vocabulary. Forty-two cards offer a bold-faced vocabulary word or a corresponding definition alongside an example with...

This unit on fractions allows for upper-aged elementary learners to explore ways to find the greatest common factor and least common multiple of two numbers. Ultimately, young mathematicians will be able to identify equivalent fractions,...

RJ instructs your sixth graders in two different methods of determining least common multiples. The first is by listing several multiples of each number, and the second is by drawing factor trees. This is an ideal flipped classroom...

A game-show-style activity gets groups working together to use factors, multiples, and the distributive property to earn a prize! 

Follow along with RJ from the Study Jams! crew as he walks step-by-step through the process for comparing fractions with unlike denominators. Starting with finding the least common denominator, the presentation goes on to demonstrate how...

RJ and Zoey are at camp and need to get back to the mess hall for lunch, but they don't know how far they have to walk. Help them figure out the distance while teaching young mathematicians how to add and subtract fractions with this...

A detailed video tutorial on how to solve an equation with fractions with different denominators, this resource could prove to be a valuable tool. This video covers how to deal with fractions as well as how to solve an algebraic equation...

Combining fractions with unlike denominators. Wait! You can't do that! You have to have common denominators to combine the numerator of fractions. Here's a quick review of changing the denominator by multiplying each fraction by that...

The first step in adding mixed numbers is to change them into improper fractions. Secondly, make sure the denominators are the same. If they are not the same, then find a common denominator. Make the proper conversions to the numerator...