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Examining Geometric Solids

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students explore geometry by completing a math worksheet in class. In this shape identification lesson, students identify the characteristics associated with 15 solid geometric shapes. Students identify patterns between vertices, edges...
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Hop To It!

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students determine patterns. In this mathematics lesson, students act out a skit, play a sequence game, and complete patterns. Students use problems solving skills.
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What's the Best Deal?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore number sense by solving consumer math problems. In this pattern identification activity, students analyze a list of numerical and geometric patterns while predicting the future outcome. Students utilize inference skills...
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Fair Shares and Geometric Spirals

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students tackle the problem of how to divide a triangular piece of land fairly among four people. They decide whether their method of fair division always works or if it only works in special cases.
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Mother Nature Pattern Maker

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars in a teacher education program enhance their awareness of patterns. They discover how to support their students in developing this skill in mathematical terms. They role play the role of a K-2 student and collect images...
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An Introduction to Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
Help your class look for patterns as they create their own arithmetic and geometric sequences. Engage learners with an introductory discussion on sequences and use the applet to let them explore how sequences are formed. Teachers might...
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Angles

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Fourth and fifth graders investigate angles and name them according to the criteria for obtuse, acute, and right angles. They examine a human-made yarn pattern on the floor of their classroom and identify angles, vertices, and types of...
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Geo Jammin' By DeSign - Day 1, Lesson 2: Dancing Duo

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders and teachers identify geometric vocabulary word by searching a geometry website. They create a Quilt Word Wall using the geometry words.
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Four Color Map

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Young scholars explore geometry by completing a color puzzle. In this shape identification lesson, students utilize deductive reasoning to complete a Google SketchUp puzzle with trapezoid, triangles and rectangular shapes. Young...
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Telling Time to 5 Minutes

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students take part in various activities ranging from creating a human clock, to small group problem solving to reinforce the concept of telling time accurately to five minutes on an analog clock.
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Introduction To Melodic Notation: Sol-Mi

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders discover the use of melody in music and how it relates to simple songs and music notation. Students sing and move throughout this lesson. Emphasis is placed upon group and individual practice interpreting musical melodies.
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How Does a Liquid Become a Solid?

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students explore the energy changes from a liquid to a solid. They model the arrangement of a solid and the change in states due to changes in energy using desks and chairs. Assessment questions are provided in lesson plan.
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The Great Barracuda

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore oceanography by researching the great barracuda.  In this animal life lesson, students read several vocabulary terms dealing with ocean life and examine a drawing of a barracuda.  Students examine the many...
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Toe to Toe Geo

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students study triangles. In this triangle lesson plan, students compare and classify triangles while milling to music. Students will also trade triangles so they can match up with other similar triangles. Triangles are provided.
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Governor's Garden

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students review types of polygons and list several examples of each. They assume the role of a landscape artist interviewing for a job. They create sketches of their plans for six polygonal gardens and write an expository paragraph...
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A Sense of Community

For Teachers K - 5th
Students brainstorm characteristics they associate with a community. In groups, they discover the role of a town square and create their own model. They also identify the various roles in keeping the community going and role play their...
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Mining Minerals

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students define the properties of minerals and their uses in their world. In this multi-lesson unit, students contribute actively to discussions of mineral mining, mining methods and mine safety. A role play lesson asks students to...

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