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Four Fours Challenge
Second graders look at the number patterns created when tins are stacked in different arrangements. The aim of the unit is for students to keep track of the numbers involved by drawing up a table of values. They are then encouraged to...
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Picture the Problem
Students create an illustration of how to solve math problems. They use appropriate resources for solving the problems. Students have to demonstrate how drawing diagrams and using pictures can help them by using KidPix. On Slide One,...
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Number Line Math
Second graders use a number line to practice subtraction. In this subtraction lesson, 2nd graders use a number line to count backwards. Students participate in mad math activities and solve problems.
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Geometric Fractals and the Chaos Game
Students define fractals and patterns. They explore how a seemingly random process can result in a pattern. Students practice probability and fractions skills by playing the chaos game online.
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Introduction to Functions
Students explore functions, function rules, and data tables. They explore terms of linear functions. Students use computers to analyze the functions. Students write short sentences to explain data tables and simple algebraic expressions.
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A Fishy Problem
Students survey the problems involved in finding a solution to a practical problem using a mathematical process. Students make sensible estimates and check the reasonableness of their answers. Students report the results of their...
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Mental Addition and Subtraction
Students play the online game ArithmAttack to practice mental math skills. They play the game to as many additions or subtractions as possible in sixty seconds. Afterward, they complete a paper based follow up exercise.
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Mental Multiplication and Division
Students practice multiplication and division problems using mental math. They play the online game ArithmAttack to complete as many multiplications or divisions as possible in 60 seconds. Afterward, they complete a paper based follow up...
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Integers
For this integers instructional activity, students solve and complete 4 different types of problems. First, they multiply a positive integer times a negative integer and write as a negative number. Then, students divide a negative...
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Rounding to the Nearest Ten
In this rounding worksheet, students complete the thought process sentences and round numbers to the nearest ten. Students round twenty-four problems.
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Subtraction: 4-digit numbers
Twenty four subtraction problems are displayed on this printable worksheet. All of the problems involve taking a four-digit number away from a greater four-digit number. Regrouping is required in some cases. This nifty homework...
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Addition - Four 4-digit Numbers
Stack up those digits and get your fourth graders adding! This printable handout displays 20 addition problems in which pupils find the sum of four four-digit numbers. With a click of the box in the upper left corner of the web page,...
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Some Puzzling Thoughts about Space Radiation
In this space radiation learning exercise, students solve 22 algebraic expressions for "x". They use their answers which correlate with a word in a word bank. They use these words to fill in the blanks of sentences about the effects of...
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Fruity Math
Students solve one step linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students manipulate their variables and numbers to answer each problem. They make sure the equations stay balanced at all times.
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Equal Groups
Students explore statistics by completing a graphing activity. In this data analysis lesson, students define a list of mathematical vocabulary terms before unpacking a box of raisins. Students utilize the raisins to plot data on a line...
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Rules of Sign Change
Students manipulate negative and positive numbers. In this integers lesson, students move through three activities exploring negative and positive whole numbers. A number line, cardboard function representation, and solving expressions...
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What are Fractals?
Middle and high schoolers identify and analyze fractals and research information using the Internet to locate information about them. They look at fractals in relation to nature and other real world situations. Pupils create several...
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Addition Review
Students explore the concept of addition as used in the subject of Algebra while reviewing the different methods using a number line. The activity includes examples for students to use for scaffolding for group work or whole class...
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Measuring a Mummy Case
Learners calculate the size of a mummy case and its contents using ancient Egyptian measurements.
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Alternative Alphabet
Students determine and compare hieroglyph content and frequency to an alternative alphabet based on symbols that mimic sounds of the alphabet.
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Alternative Alphabet
Young scholars determine and compare hieroglyph content and frequency to sentences constructed in an alternative alphabet based on symbols that mimic sounds of the alphabet. They decide which images are hieroglyphs and which ones are not.
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Measuring a Mummy Case
Students practice how to calculate volume using mummy cases. They measure using ancient Egyptian, U.S., and metric systems. They explore how to convert measurements into different systems, and discuss ratios.
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A Matter of Proportion
Students measure the relative heights of the mosaic giraffe and its trainer and compare their proportions to an actual giraffe and zoo trainer.
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Math Vocabulary Review
In this math vocabulary learning exercise, students read a set of 15 math related definitions and write the words being defined. A reference web site is included for additional activities.