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Matrix Multiplication
For this matrix multiplication worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 8 different problems that include a number of steps in an activity. First, they use the matrix illustrated to respond to various questions referring to it. Then,...
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Multiplying Decimals and Mixed Numbers
Students practice multiplying decimals and/or mixed numbers, explore the effects of multiplying decimals and mixed numbers, and practice predicting the effects of multiplying a number by a decimal or mixed number.
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Who Wants to Carry a Million?
Young scholars, in groups, determine the volume of a box large enough to hold a million dollars. They calculate the dimensions of a bill and the volume of the money.
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Introducing Calculators:
Students work in small groups to record how many pets each has, then use calculators to find the total number of pets owned by students in the entire group. They practice basic addition skills on a worksheet and with a calculator.
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New: Fun with Fractions
Third graders determine that the larger the denominator the more parts the whole is being divided into. They use fractions to communicate and compare parts of the whole. They discover what the numerator and denominator of a fraction...
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Measuring Body Fat
In this body fat measurement activity, students will conduct an experiment to determine how the "under-water weighing" technique of measuring body fat works. Once the experiment is complete, students will complete 1 short answer question.
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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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Proving For The Crew
Students write math questions that pertain to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. In this math lesson plan, students utilize resources in the classroom to help write mathematical questions and answers that relate to the Lewis and Clark...
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the Whale Game
Learners listen to whale stories and answer addition and subtraction problems in the stories. In this addition and subtraction instructional activity, students receive 20 goldfish. Based on the story they eat the goldfish....
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The "Heart" of the Problem
Students explore mathematical operations while studying nutrition. In this physical fitness lesson plan, students explore calories, pulse rate, and the circulatory system. Students use mathematical data to create a healthy physical...
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The "Heart" of the Problem
Students create an exercise and nutrition program. In this interdisciplinary instructional activity, students use calculations of exercises plus their corresponding effects on the body and nutritional values of food to derive a health...
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Native American Pebble and Pot Game
Students participate in a game using 12 manipulatives. In this addition and subtraction lesson students play a game originated by the Native Americans and look at a number of items and calculate how many are hidden....
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Homophones Crossword Puzzle
For this homophones worksheet, students study the 16 words in the word bank, read the context clues, and fit the correct homophones in the puzzle.
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Building Tolerance for Poverty in Math
Students explore approximate and exact solutions. In this interdisciplinary lesson, 6th graders will be placed in 'family groups' to create a budget that is subject to random events as chosen from the 'things happen' box. This lesson...
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Shopping Spree
Sixth graders examine currency by completing monetary equations. In this economics lesson, 6th graders participate in a numbers experiment where they roll a die and earn money based on their roll. Students compete for their...
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More Subtraction Review
In this subtraction worksheet, students practice their subtraction skills by completing four different subtraction sets of problems.
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What Balances?
Students explore another meaning of subtraction as it pertains to the inverse of addition. In this what balances activity, students identify the concept of subtraction as a balance. Students use subtraction facts to generate addition...
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What is the Value of the Car?
Students practice determining the value of cars. Using the internet, they complete a worksheet in which they list the make of each car and use the data to determine the value. They share their results with the class and identify the most...
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Arithmetic: Revision
Learners 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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Fraction Strips: Adding Fractions
Third graders problem solve using fraction strips. In this adding fractions lesson plan, 3rd graders create fraction strips to help identify fractional sizes (fourths, eighths, thirds) and to solve word problems.
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Planning A Journey
In this social studies worksheet, students plan a trip while looking online in order to set up accommodations and daily destinations while traveling.
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Links Away: Looking Back and Moving Forward
Students explore fact families. In this math lesson, students use links to model a fact family. Students solve addition and subtraction problems.
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Solving Equations Using Two Operations
Need more detail in showing your class how to solve two-step equations and proportions? This lesson plan outlines the steps young mathematicians need to solve simple equations and check their results.
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Length Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
Who has the tallest ice cream cone? Learners read two short word problems to compare the heights of various objects. Because these are paired with images, the objective is more of an image analysis than measurement addition and...