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Human Slope
Middle and high schoolers explore the concept of slope. In this slope lesson, learners graph lines using a life-size graph. They use chalk on a blacktop to create a coordinate plane and use each other as the tick marks on the grid....
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Investigation - Looking at Polygons
Middle schoolers construct polygons by plotting points on a coordinate plane. Pupils connect the points and identify which polygons they have drawn. They will need graph paper to carry out the assigned activities. A vocabulary list,...
Virginia Department of Education
Inequalities
Compare graphing an inequality in one variable on a number line to graphing an inequality in two variables on a coordinate plane. Young mathematicians work on a puzzle matching inequalities and their solutions. They then complete a...
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Solution Sets
Here is a task that gives the graph of the solutions of a system of linear inequalities and asks learners to analyze and write the algebraic form of the systems. By turning the problem around, learners make the connections between...
101 Questions
Nana's Lemonade
Consistency is the key. One lemon wedge per glass of water makes a nice glass of lemonade. Young scholars must identify the number of lemon wedges they need to make the same lemonade in a big gulp cup. They develop their own...
Mathematics Assessment Project
Sugar Prices
Sugar rush! In this assessment task, learners interpret points on a scatter plot representing price versus weight for bags of sugar. They then determine the bag that represents the best value.
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The Coordinate Plane
Fifth graders use the attached worksheet, Where's My Location? - Directions, to play a game in which they plot points on a grid.
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Graphing Linear Equations - With Table
Young scholars describe relations and graph linear functions. After studying a geometric shape and a verbal statement, students contrast the differences between the verbal statement and the picture. They determine functions and graph...
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Graph Study
In this geometry skills worksheet, students examine a graph and respond to 5 questions that require them to identify the coordinate pairs of object on the grid.
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Graphing
In this graphing worksheet, students solve and complete 8 different types of problems. First, they graph each set of axes completely. Then, students label the axes and shown a table of their results. In addition, they determine the cycle...
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Paying Attention to Scale
Students create bar graphs. In this graphing lesson plan, students watch video clips about bar graphs and complete worksheets. The focus of this lesson plan is on creating the correct scale for the bar graph and correctly labeling...
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Graphs of Functions
In this graphs of functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 3 different types of problems. First, they graph function f given by the functions shown on the grid. Then, students find the inverse of a function including its...
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What a Site!
Fourth graders are introduced to how to properly create a grid site. In groups, they use Cartesian coordinates to establish the boundaries for the grid and photograph the location of artifacts. They exchange their photos with another...
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TE Activity: Nidy-Gridy
Young scholars make a grid and coordinate system map of their classroom as they investigate why it is important to have a common map making system. They look at how landmarks are used for navigating an area.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Using the Coordinate Plane in Problem Solving
Fifth graders practice solving problems. In this fraction and decimal lesson, 5th graders recognize the relationship between fraction and decimals. Students estimate problem results and write expressions to use for problem...
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Trigonometry Worksheet: Graph Trigonometric Functions (1)
In this trigonometry learning exercise, students graph one trigonometric function. The function is y=2cos(2x). A coordinate grid is included on the learning exercise.
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Up, Down, Right, Left - Function Families
Students explore quadratic functions. In this function family worksheet, students examine the quadratic function and the family of functions. They identify the affects of the shape of the parabola and its position on the coordinate...
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Froot Loop to the Max - Ordered pairs
For this Froot Loop to the Max worksheet, students complete 21 different sets of ordered pairs. They plot each of the ordered pairs listed on the sheet, connecting them in order from #1 through #21. Then, students determine whether it is...
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Maps, Charts, and Graphs
Students define key geographic terms and track a hurricane on a map. They examine various types of maps and find locations on them,including rivers, cities and mountains.
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Coordinates and Equations
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations and plot their results on the coordinate plane. There are 20 problems using slopes and intercepts to help graph linear equations.
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Position, Velocity & Acceleration vs. Time Graphs
In this graphing worksheet, students determine the speed vs. time and acceleration vs. time plots based on the velocity vs. time graph given. Students complete 2 graphs.
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Who's Hiding in Mike's Math Club Picture?
Learners use coordinates to complete the picture. They complete seven groups of coordinates and connect the dots to create an image.
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Graphing Polar Coordinates
Students engage in a lesson that is about the plotting of polar coordinates while graphing equations. They plot multiple points with the help of a graphing calculator and using coordinate graph paper. Students identify the pattern known...
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Exploring Transformations
Students explore what happens when geometric figures are transformed on the coordinate plane. They work in pairs, moving geometric shapes in the plane, and formalize their rules as functions.