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Measuring a Mummy Case

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students practice how to calculate volume using mummy cases. They measure using ancient Egyptian, U.S., and metric systems. They explore how to convert measurements into different systems, and discuss ratios.
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A Matter of Proportion

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students measure the relative heights of the mosaic giraffe and its trainer and compare their proportions to an actual giraffe and zoo trainer.
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Graphing Perimeters

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students practice graphing perimeters using graphing paper. They use different shapes with the same area to determine which shapes have the greatest perimeter. In groups, they make observations and record them on newsprint.
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Take a Chance

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students explore possible outcomes and impossible events. They determine if an event is likely or unlikely. Students investigate the possible outcomes of events and they record the outcomes. Students discuss their answers and use...
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Miles Of Smiles

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Young scholars investigate basic mathematical properties to solve multiplication and division problems. They solve word problems that are part of the lesson. Students are required to give written or oral justification for how they solve...
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Matching Pairs

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students examine the probability of the various findings in a game and determine the odds of winning. They differentiate between the facts of odds versus probability. Students use higher order thinking skills to explain how a problem is...
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Flip a Coin

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to the concept of probability. In groups, they make a prediction about how many times a coin might show heads or tails when flipped. They carry out the experiment and record their results to compare it to their...
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Spaghetti Measure

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars receive a copy of a "Spaghetti Measure" task sheet along with the scoring rubric. Students preview the task and the rubric prior to starting the task. tudeThey determine the circumference of a circle of spaghetti that will...
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Got Milk?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students measure the angles of a milk carton. They identify and label acute, right, and obtuse angles. Using appropriate tools, students determine the volume of a cube or a rectangular prism. Students complete worksheets to...
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River Width

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers determine the level of accuracy needed for computations involving measurements and irrational numbers. They use the correct number of digits in computation to achieve an appropriate unit or level of accuracy when...
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Probability

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore probability. They analyze a class chart and list the letters of the alphabet according to frequency. Using the data collected, they complete probability problems.
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Quadrilaterals and Other Polygons

For Students 6th - 7th
In this quadrilaterals and other polygons learning exercise, students name various polygons and then decide if each polygon is a quadrilateral. Students also decide is certain polygons regular or irregular.
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Flying Objects

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students apply measurement techniques to create a flying object. They measure, draw, and cut out a flying wheel out of a six inch card.
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Bullying and Core Democratic Values

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the concept of core democratic values. After completing a survey of student populations regarding bullying, small groups analyze their findings and present their findings to the Student Council, principal,...
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Football Physics "Having A Ball With Projectile Motion"

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils examine the concept of projectile motion and identify the 3 components of projectile motion. They explore how physics applies to punting a football through punting activities and internet research.
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Magnificent Mandalas

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Learners examine the principle of radial symmetry and apply it to an original mandala design. They draw a design using organic and geometric shapes, repeating the design symmetrically around the paper.

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