Curated OER
Surface Area of Pyramids
Students identify the surface area of pyramids and other polygons. For this geometry lesson, students find the different measurements for the different parts of a polygon. They use the surface area formula to solve for the surface...
Curated OER
Surface Area of Spheres
Students identify the properties of a sphere. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the surface area of spheres using the formula derived by nets. They identify the radius and diameter of the sphere.
Curated OER
Adding Three Digits
Second graders use cards to create 3-digit addition problems and add them together. In this addition lesson plan, 2nd graders add numbers with and without regrouping. Students use a deck of cards to play an addition game in pairs. A very...
Curated OER
Negative Exponents
Seventh graders practice writing and solving expressions involving negative exponents. The teacher uses an overhead projector to do example problems while lecturing to the students. They use notes taken in class to help do the...
Curated OER
Fractions
Fourth graders explore fractions. They use Skittles and M&M's to practice adding and subtracting fractions. Students review the numerator and the denominator of fractions. They count the number of each color of Skittles and M&M's...
Curated OER
How Many More on a Graph?
First graders identify a number that is one more or one less than a number up to one hundred and identify a mystery number. They also create a class graph that illustrates how many children are in each family, and answer questions about...
Curated OER
Making Change with Dollars anc Cents
Third graders increase their knowledge of how to make change with dollars and cents by correctly identifying coins along with their values and then using coins to make an assigned amount which will be written on envelopes. They then...
Curated OER
Telling Time
Third graders use a clock to physically identify time at the quarter hour. As a class, they are randomly called on and expected to hold up their clock with the correct time. They complete a worksheet and answer questions to complete...
Curated OER
Creating and Reading a Pictograph
Second graders examine how data can be transferred into pictures on a pictograph. They analyze data on a graph about chewing gum, and create a pictograph that illustrates data about their preferences for the taste of bubble gum. ...
Curated OER
Liquid Measurement
Third graders investigate liquid measurements by estimating how many cups it takes to fill containers. The students predict the liquid measurements and then find the actual amount using the water in a bucket. Students then compare...
Curated OER
Telling time to the quarter hour
Second graders identify how to tell time to the quarter hour. Then they complete a worksheet of twelve problems on their own given ten minutes and getting at least eight correct. Students also practice telling time as a class while the...
Curated OER
Area Of Sectors
Student find the area of a sector of a circle. In this geometry lesson, students define the sector of a circle using a sketch. They find and identify examples of sector in the real world.
Curated OER
Pyramids- Slant Height and Altitude
Students calculate the height and altitude of a pyramid. In this geometry instructional activity, students define the parts that make up a pyramid. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the missing parts of a pyramid.
Curated OER
Problem Solving
Fourth graders complete a worksheet identifying unnecessary information regarding 8 different math problems. In this problem solving lesson, 4th graders discuss the meaning of colors on a spotlight in order to develop the skill of how to...
Curated OER
Elapsed Time
Students utilize "Judy Clocks" in order to explore the concepts of time and elapsed time. In this solid instructional activity on time, students complete a worksheet on elapsed time, using their Judy Clocks to help them keep track of the...
Curated OER
Square Roots, Number Classification, Ordering & Graphing
Ninth graders identify numbers as rational or irrational. Using calculators estimation, and factoring methods, 9th graders compute the square root of numbers. They graph numbers in sequential order and round numbers integers to the...
Curated OER
Exterior and Interior Angles of Triangles
Tenth graders explore the exterior and interior angles of triangles. They use a theorem in order to prove a theorem about all polygons. Students use the theorem and its applications to find the angles of different types of triangles.
Curated OER
Solving Intercepted Arcs
Pupils investigate circles and its arcs. In this geometry lesson, students identify the relationship between an circle and its intercepted arcs. THey identify the central and inscribed angles.
Curated OER
Calendar Skills
First graders use an October calendar to trace numbers, trace letters, and identify dates as being in the past, present, and future. In this Social Studies lesson plan, 1st graders label events on the calendar in order to gain deeper...
Curated OER
System of Two Quadratic Inequalities
Young scholars graph a quadratic inequality and describe its solution set. They solve a system of quadratic equalities graphically and symbolically and as related to a real-world context.
Curated OER
Balancing a Budget
Students calculate living expenses for a non-traditional career choice. They examine interest, balancing a checkbook, and financing cars and homes.
Curated OER
Balancing a Budget
Students investigate money management. In this secondary mathematics lesson, students participate in a cost-of-living budget simulation in which they calculate monthly and yearly projected costs. Students investigate housing...
Curated OER
introduction
Learners participate in a lesson plan that is intended for the first days of school. They are led through introductions and how the class is organized for working on a daily basis. They sign behavior contracts and other paperwork as...
Curated OER
Geo Jammin' - Day 2, Lesson 4: Sing a Song of Shapes
Students learn five songs to define and develop understanding of the attributes of two- and three-dimensional figures and the meaning of mathematical terms. They classify objects as either two- or three-dimensional, through the use of...