Students investigate patterns and functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students examine the repetition of integers and objects. They create formulas for the repetition and identify them as function using equations.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems. They identify the graph as exponential growth or decay. There are 7 questions with an answer key.

Young scholars write the equation of a line given the slope and y-intercept. For this algebra lesson, students are given a point a the line and the slope of the line and are asked to write an equation of the line. They relate lines to...

In this permutations and combinations worksheet, students read story problems and identify them as a permutation or combination. They select the correct formula and compute the answer to the problem. This one-page worksheet contains...

Students graph parabolas and circles. In this algebra lesson, students create a table of values and graph the coordinate pairs to create a graph. They graph a circle using the radius and center.

Students use Excel spreadsheets to organize purchases, discounts, sales prices, and sales tax. Students follow step by step instructions and enter formulas as well as use the auto sum feature to calculate required calculations.

Young scholars explore the concept of quadratic equations.  In this quadratic equations lesson, students find the roots or zeros of quadratic equations using the quadratic formula.  Young scholars give examples of functions...

In this geometry instructional activity, 10th graders determine the midpoint of a line segment given the coordinates of the two endpoints or find the missing endpoint given the coordinates of the midpoint and one endpoint.  The one...

In this fundamental algebraic skills learning exercise, students solve 11 various problems that include various algebraic skills. First, they use the coded wheel to answer 2 questions about a message. Then, students substitute the given...

Students explore the volume and surface area of three dimensional figures. Through the use of video, students discover three dimensional shapes, their uses in real-life applications, and methods used to calculate their volume and surface...

Seventh graders find the perimeter and area of triangles.  In this finding the perimeter and area of triangles lesson, 7th graders find the perimeter and area of triangles given two sides.  Students find the missing side by...

Students compute the area of a rectangle.  In this area lesson, students measure the sides of rectangles and squares.  They cut figures, measure them, and determine the area of each given figure.  Students justify their...

In this expressions and operations learning exercise, students solve and complete 5 different problems that include reading and solving each individual question. First, they determine the value of each equation given the variables. Then,...

When did letters become the same as numbers? Scholars learn about substituting numbers for letters to evaluate algebraic expressions in the seventh part in a series of 36. The instructional activity focuses on expressions related to...

Number towers use addition or multiplication to ensure each level is equal. While this is common in factoring, it is often not used with algebraic equations. Solving these six questions relies on problem solving skills and being able to...

Once learners realize what direct variation is, they see it's just a type of linear function. The lesson poses a general question that leads to the creation of the y = kx formula. The resource includes discussion prompts and ideas for...

Thirty at the party won't cost any more than twenty-five. The assessment task provides a scenario for the cost of a party where the initial fee covers a given number of guests. The class determines the cost for specific numbers of guests...

To take the longest path, go around—or was that go over? Class members measure scale drawings of a cylindrical vase to find the height and diameter. They calculate the actual height and circumference and determine which is larger.  

Knowing how to scale a recipe is an important skill. Young mathematicians determine the amount of ingredients they need to make a certain number of truffles when given a recipe. They determine a relationship between ingredients given a...

I like algebra, but graphing is where I draw the line! Worksheet includes three multiple-part questions on interpreting and drawing line graphs. It focuses on the abstract where neither axis has numbers written in, though both are...

This all-encompassing lesson plan immerses your math class in the world of algebraic expressions. Written details are provided to guide you in guiding them to identify the parts of an expression and simplify them. Sample problems are...

In this algebra learning exercise, students review a variety of algebra-related concepts. They solve problems in statistics, factoring, and solving equations. There are problems involving geometric formulas and shapes.

Students participate in a instructional activity that covers the concepts of solving equations and inequalities. To master the concept they must demonstrate visually and verbally how both sides of an equation must be balanced. They...

In this algebraic manipulation worksheet, students examine a given number grid, find the pattern and determine an equation to fit the situation. They calculate the area of given rectangles. Students solve real life problems using given...