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How to Use Expanded Form
Third graders write numbers in expanded form. In this math vocabulary lesson plan, 3rd graders write numbers in expanded form using words only, words and numbers, and numbers only. Each student is given three dice to roll. They then...
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Making Simple Conversions
Young scholars explore the concept of measurement as it relates to equivalencies. They complete simple conversions using visual models of measurement units, and record their answers in a two-column table.
American Institute of Architects
Architecture: It's Elementary!—First Grade
Build an interest and appreciation for architecture in your young learners with this fun 10-lesson art unit. Engaging children in using their five senses, the class first observes the environment around them, paying...
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Multiplication Snack Activity
Youngsters study multiplication facts by manipulating food in order to problem solve. They will use healthy snack items as manipulatives to solve various multiplication equations. Charts, tables, physical models, and so much more are...
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Map Coordinates: Monkey Map
Here's an engaging, meaningful, and clever lesson on map skills for elementary schoolers. Pupils combine story writing with mapping skills to create an original piece of work. They utilize a worksheet embedded in the plan to guide them...
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It Counts
Students classify and compare plants using specific information, observations, and numbers. For this mathematical inquiry lesson, students use plant characteristics to describe, compare, and classify them. They attempt to develop a...
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What Time Is It?
Take down that digital clock! Scholars practice reading an analog clock face with the minute hand on various quarter-hour increments. They write the correct time below nine clocks, each of which have the hour hand in green and the minute...
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Cyber Chow Combos
Using a worksheet that's embedded in the plan, elementary schoolers must come up with the most possible combinations of food they can order from the menu on the worksheet. The activity is meant to be done independently by everyone, then...
PBS
Patterns to the Rescue!
Track down the Cyberchase episode that this lesson plan is associated with. Using a worksheet that is embedded in the plan, learners must find the next two numbers and shapes (a double pattern). Once these have been discovered, pupils...
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A Different Point of View
Elementary schoolers utilize a pattern worksheet embedded in this plan to work on a deeper understanding of geometric concepts like symmetry and congruency. Since geometry is such a visual form of mathematics, this activity should fit...
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100 Or Bust!
Elementary schoolers use their understanding of place value to develop a strategy for a number game. In this lesson, pupils use place value to play "100 or Bust" and figure out a good winning strategy. These kinds of math games are...
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Using Arrays to Show Multiplication Concepts
Learners practice multiplication concepts. In this multiplication lesson, pupils make arrays by using counters and solve various multiplication questions. They model arrays with counters for reinforcement.
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Statistics and Probablility
Statistics and Probability are all about collecting, organizing, and interpreting data. Young learners use previously collected data and construct a picture graph of the data on poster board. This stellar lesson should lead to...
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Solve Word Problems of Equal Share
Youngsters solve division word problems. They will make their own division word problems using objects in equal groups. They share how they solved their problem with the class. Division worksheets are included to support the process....
Scholastic
Study Jams! Pictograph
An easy and fun way to look at data is with a pictograph. A lesson plan friendly enough for multiple grade levels shows how to set up this graph with a corresponding key. The steps review the importance of choosing an appropriate...
Baylor College
Food for Kids
Immediately capture the attention of your class with the smell of freshly popped popcorn in the sixth lesson of this series on the needs of living things. Young scientists first use their senses to make and record observations of...
Baylor College
Gases Matter
As a demonstration or as a hands-on activity, your class watches as the combination of vinegar and baking soda produce carbon dioxide gas. The intent of the lesson is to help youngsters understand that gases occupy space. It is included...
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Kernel Count!
Here is an impressive and thorough lesson on estimation. Young mathematicians estimate how many kernels of popcorn can fit in a tablespoon, then how many tablespoons of kernels can fit in a baby food jar. The popcorn is then popped. All...
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What Can Data Tell Us?
Students explore data distribution. In this data analysis lesson, students create a data distribution table by playing the game "Tower of Hanoi" from the Hall of Science. Students analyze their data and answer data driven questions.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Simplest Form
Make math simple with this step-by-step presentation on fractions in their simplest form. Multiple approaches are introduced including, most efficiently, the division of numerators and denominators by their greatest common factor. Work...
Scholastic
Study Jams! Double-Digit Division
RJ had an awesome basketball season this year! Use division by double-digit numbers to calculate his scoring average in this instructional presentation. Starting with an explanation of the terms dividend, divisor,...
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Close Observation: Coins
Integrate math, science, and speaking/listening with a collaborative hands-on activity. Each group works with a single penny, examining it with the naked eye and recording observations. Repeat using magnifying glasses. Then repeat with a...
Primary National Strategy
Ordering and Counting
Are you in need of a 5-day unit intended to teach little learners how to count to 20? This is a well-structured complete set of lessons which employ a variety of methods to instruct learners about various ways to count from 1 to 20. They...
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Fairy Tales
Once upon a time are four words most children are familiar with when reading a fairy tale. But do they know that fairy tales are a great way to learn the literary elements of reading and writing? Use a thorough fairy tale unit...
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