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Proportional Problems 1
Eighth graders explore representing fractions as ratios and proportions. They model proportions through the use of blocks, LEGO gears and activities with bicycle gears and pedals. Students work with bicycle gear boxes to observe and...
Shodor Education Foundation
Tree Diagrams and Probability
Aspiring statisticians create tree diagrams and figure probabilities of events based on those diagrams. They practice adding and multiplying fractions and explain complementary probabilities. Learners use computers activities to make...
Curated OER
Constructing My Sundae
Eighth graders investigate concepts related to fractions. This includes adding, subtracting, and reducing. There is a creative worksheet that has them creating their own ice cream sundaes using fractions.
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Rational Expressions
In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders simplify rational algebraic expressions by factoring and cancelling the common factors. The two page learning exercise contains instruction, worked examples, and three practice...
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Everyday Math Experiences
Students can put away the workbooks and experience a real world math day.
Curriculum Corner
7th Grade Math Common Core Checklist
With so many math standards to fit into a school year, it can be difficult keeping track of what you have and have not covered. This collection of Common Core checklists allows you to maintain a running record of when each...
Curated OER
The Tic Tac Equation
Students use an equation to solve a problem of applied mathematics. The problem involves using the dating practices of teenagers to create a context. They use an equation to find the solution of how many kisses can be obtained with the...
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Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions
In this rational expression worksheet, students add and subtract fractional expressions. They completely factor the numerator and denominator. Explanations and examples are provided at the beginning of the document. This two-page...
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Signed Numbers
In this signed numbers worksheet, 6th graders solve and complete 4 different types of problems. First, they calculate each problem using a number line. Then, students solve each word problem as indicated.
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Pizza for Everyone
Pizza is the inspiration for the cross-curricular lesson detailed here. Start out with a poem about pizza and move into a discussion about balanced eating. To close the language arts portion of the lesson, ask your pupils to write...
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End of the Year Math Terms
In this end of the year math test instructional activity, 4th graders complete problems including addition, division, measurement, decimals, and more. Students complete 22 problems.
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Activity #8 Simulation of Oil Spills
Pupils conduct an experiment to simulate an oil spill and identify the characteristics of oil in water. They evaluate the effectiveness of various cleanup methods. They discuss the how to clean up an oil spill, and what causes oil spills.
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Discovering Perimeter
Twelfth graders apply perimeter measurement to items found in newspapers and calculate the cost in terms of feet or yards. They share answers and explanations with classmates.
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Converting Celsius to Fahrenheit
In this Algebra I learning exercise, 9th graders explore an alternate method for converting Celsius to Fahrenheit and determine the algebra behind the shortcut. The one page learning exercise contains one problem. Solution is...
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Let's Share Equal Parts
Students practice creating parts of a whole by using educational software to illustrate their learning.
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Think of a Number
In this math worksheet, 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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Football Statistics
In this math worksheet, students examine the statistical information as provided in the graphic organizer and calculate the other values.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Adding and Subtracting Like Fractions
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of adding and subtracting like fractions.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Adding Like Fraction and Mixed Numbers
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart reviews the meaning of numerator, denominator, mixed number, and improper fraction. Students are introduced to adding like fractions and adding mixed numbers with like denominators using...
Homeschool Math
Homeschool Math: Adding Like Fractions and Mixed Numbers
This lesson teaches how to add like fractions and mixed numbers with like fractional parts using visual models (pies, fraction bars). It includes lots of exercises.
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Addition of Like Fractions With Circle Models
Brush up on your fraction addition skills with this interactive game. Practice adding fractions and mixed numbers with common denominators. Don't worry! If you need a little assistance, examples and explanations are included.
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Addition of Like Fractions With Number Line Models
Test your aptitude at adding fractions on a number line. Enhance your skills using this interactive math game. Immediate feedback and examples provided.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Fractions Word Problems (Same Denominator)
Practice solving word problems by adding and subtracting fractions. The fractions used in these problems have like (common) denominators.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Combining Like Terms With Rational Coefficients
Practice combining like terms for expressions that have rational coefficients. This requires adding and subtracting fractions. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or...