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Inner and Outer Planets
Students explore the solar system. In this planets lesson, students learn about the other planets in the solar system. They watch a video clip from National Geographic on the solar system, compare and contrast the planets and create a...
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Think of a Number
In this math instructional activity, students engage in a mental math activity. Student think a number and follow several computations with that number and always come up with the answer 9. Students discuss why this happens.
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Chart Trivia
Learners practice addition and subtraction problems and answer questions using greater than and less than. They chart information to create a graph on the computer.
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How to Calculate Your Age by Chocolate
In this math puzzle worksheet, learners follow detailed directions to find their age. They begin with the number of times per week they eat chocolate. Their final answer tells how much chocolate they want or eat as well as their age.
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Carry and Borrow
Second graders complete basic math computations. In this addition and subtraction lesson, 2nd graders learn how to carry and borrow numbers when adding and subtracting. Students learn a carrying song to help them remember. Students...
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Chisanbop (Korean Counting to 99)
Students practice their counting skills. In this counting lesson, students discover the Chisanbop method of counting which allows them to quickly count to 99 using their hands.
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Using and Creating Divisor Tables
In this using and creating divisor tables worksheet, 6th graders create divisor tables according to instructions, then use the tables to solve the division problems.
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Dividing a Candy Bar
Fourth graders explore number values by utilizing a candy bar in class. In this fraction lesson, 4th graders divide pizza and candy amongst each other in order to identify parts of a whole and fractions. Students answer several fraction...
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The Bard: Shakespeare Up Close
Students choose a Shakespearean play to reenact into a modern setting. In this Shakespeare instructional activity, students practice insulting each other using Shakespearean language. Students watch Shakespeare plays and complete online...
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Estimate Quotients and Check Division With Multiplication
Learners explore how to estimate quotients and check their division with multiplication. They practice rounding the divisor and the dividend. Students compare the estimate to the exact answer and determine if it is reasonable.
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Roll the Tape! Roll the Tape!
Students explore the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students use iMovie to create a video highlighting their middle school in order to share with incoming students.
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Design a Company Brochure
Students design a brochure using a publishing program. In this design lesson, students follow step-by-step directions to create a brochure advertising a product of their choice.
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Popsicle Stick Regrouping Fun
Students demonstrate regrouping in subtraction. In this math computation lesson, students use popsicle sticks to practice the regrouping strategy. Students practice several examples of regrouping problems in small groups.
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A Simple Machines Activity
Fourth graders observe examples of simple machines found in the school, playground, and work environment. In this simple machines instructional activity, 4th graders review simple machines by viewing three web sites. Students tour the...
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4th Grade Math Practice
In this grade 4 math practice activity, 4th graders complete a set of 23 multiple choice questions related to a variety of 4th grade concepts. An answer key is included.
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Making Movies to Demonstrate a Process
Students use Windows Movie Maker to complete a how-to description activity. In this how-to and technology lesson, students create a slide show using Windows Movie Maker. Students bring in the materials for the demonstration, draw a...
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Twenty Object Trick
In this problem of the day instructional activity, learners remove items from a starting amount of twenty objects. The instructor will be able to tell the student how many objects left. The student is them to explain how this...
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Introducing Nepal Through Music
Students define traditional music, describe distinguishing characteristics of traditional songs, and discover the connection between music and cultural heritage in this Music and Social Studies lesson for the fourth through tenth grades.
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Holiday Homework Challenge
In this holiday homework challenge worksheet, students participate in completing nine mini homework assignments to receive a prize when they return to school after the long holiday break.
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Place Value, Addition, and Subtraction
In these math review worksheets, students complete several addition, subtraction, and place value problems. Students complete 17 problems.
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Arithmetic: Revision
Students practice with a variety of simple equations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Explanation is followed by each block of equations given to solve. They are set loose to complete additional equations for...
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Math Number Trick
In this number trick worksheet, students follow a set of instructions to complete a "number trick" puzzle. Page has links to answer and additional resources.
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PowerPoint Probability
Sixth graders investigate film making by creating a video about probability. In this math visualization instructional activity, 6th graders create a presentation for their class demonstrating the probability of random events taking...