Students investigate modular arithmetic and how to use it to solve real world problems. In this modular arithmetic instructional activity, students use computers to work on modular arithmetic after a teacher guided instructional...

Learners examine how driving a hybrid car can save money and cut down on pollution.  In this hybrid vehicles lesson students complete an exercise that shows them how to work with proportions, percents, dimensional analysis and...

In this know your fractions learning exercise, students practice drawing a line from the portion of eight shapes to the appropriate fraction or whole number.

Sixth graders represent division of fractions using manipulatives, such as freezer pops, candy bars, and models such as drawings squares. They develop an algorithm from these examples and solve problems using fractions.

Sixth graders need to see the relevance in the mathematics they learn. This lesson builds on the concepts of least common multiple and greatest common factor. The lesson presents real-world problem situations for students to solve.

Learners interpret how to communicate information and ideas in ways that are appropriate to the purpose and audience through spoken, written, and graphic means of expression. They use information-gathering techniques, analyze and...

Learners distinguish between proper and improper fractions. They create a "Character Clue Box" that represents a fraction. Fractions are picked from a hat and then groups go outside and search for items that represent their fraction....

Sixth graders use the prime factorization of numbers to find the greatest common factor and least common multiple. Working in small groups, they solve problems using the greatest common factor and least common multiple.

Young scholars connect different mathematical concepts. They create a circle graph. Students then create a question in which they collect data in order to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to percents.

Students investigate basic concept of fractions by using a version of the game Jeopardy. The game is played using a television monitor or projector for the integration of technology. The activity is highly engaging and can hold student...

Students culminate a unit on measurement with a focus on area and perimeter. They design a floor plan of their dream room on graph paper showing the proper area and perimeter. They plan the budget for their room and make a 3-D scale...

Students complete multiplication problems in real life situations. In this multiplication lesson plan, students complete 2 digit problems in a "Carnival Candy" problem.

Students calculate value of money in other countries, and explore how the economy affects the rate of exchange.

Students discover certain equations produce straight lines. In this graphing lesson, students draw axis and problem solve to find coordinates to graph.

Sixth graders play the game "MultipliACTION," where they use a standard algorithm to multiply numbers. They use the website Mathfrog and select "MultipliACTION." Students fill in the answer boxes, from right to left, top to bottom, or...

Students explore the concept of estimation. In this estimation lesson, students discuss making estimates through teacher led discussion. Students use the Internet to complete an activity where they must estimate the length of lines.

Students chart temperatures in Egypt on spreadsheet to determine how weather conditions affect lifestyles.

Students practice solving problems logically. Using the internet, students observe pictures and facts about the SR-71 Blackbird. They convert statistics about the aircraft. Students explore terms of flight and convert them to everyday...

Students complete worksheets where they calculate the perimeter of polygons. For this perimeter of polygons lesson plan, students divide complex shapes into simple shapes to find the perimeter.

In this probability instructional activity, students complete word problems dealing with marbles, sports, gambling, and more. Students complete 6 problems total.

Students develop an appreciation for complex structures in nature. They observe patterns in nature in relationship to the Real World. Students use observation skills to assist in problem solving. They show comprehension of the concepts...

Students make a table on the computer, but create fractions and equivalent fractions through the use of color. They are able to manipulate fractions in order to gain a greater understanding of the meaning of whole number that is broken...

Learners gain the powerful tools of estimation, prediction, and averaging and discover the importance these tools have in daily living.

Students research destinations and the factors involved in taking a trip and explore how averages play a part in making decisions. They explore how to find the average speed and the distance to a particular destination, they estimate...