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The Number Line

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate the order of numbers and how they are located on the number line. They also review the symbols used to compare quantities in order to decipher simple expressions and graph them on the numberline.
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Hands-On: Relate Fractions, Mixed Numbers and Decimals: Reteach

For Students 4th - 5th
In the fraction/decimal worksheet, learners read about how to write decimals as fractions, fractions as decimals and about mixed numbers, then solve 12 problems. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Converting Fractions into Decimals

For Students 5th - 6th
In this fractions and decimals worksheet, students solve 50 problems in which decimals are converted to fractions, place values in decimal numbers are calculated and decimal numbers are compared and ordered. This is intended for online...
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Circumference of a Pumpkin

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders watch a video and find the circumference of a pumpkin. In this circumference lesson, 4th graders watch a video to help them find the circumference of their pumpkins. Students define the word circumference on their data...
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Fractions, Equivalent Fractions and Decimals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers relate fractions to decimals and find and compare equivalent fractions.
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Fractions, Equivalent Fractions and Decimals

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students examine how to relate fractions to decimals and find and compare equivalent fractions.
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Numerical Analysis/ Floating Point Arithmetic

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students examine the concept of floating point arithmetic. They compare the tools of chopping and rounding to measure accuracy.
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Internet Field Trip on Fractions and Geometry

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students take an Internet field trip to research fractions. ESOL strategies include using pattern block manipulatives and pairing ESOL and non-ESOL students on computers.
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Ratios

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate the concept of ratios and how they can be used to represent the comparison of quantities. The lesson is taught using a table or graph to compare two categories of data.
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Trains

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students compare the lengths of the train through calculation. This calculation can be done by knowing the values of the rods. Students use problem solving to get the answer to the problem before them.
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Human Number Line

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students compare different types of numbers. Each student is given a flashcard containing a decimal, percent, fraction or integer. Teams of students compete, in silence, to determine who can line up in numerical order correctly. They...
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Find That Bargain!

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the methods of calculating percentages, reading and the construction of graphs, and an awareness of consumer concerns in this lesson. The movement of the decimal point often results in uncertainty and confusion. This...
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Tumbling Cubes

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students compare fractions and decimals while playing a game and order fractions and decimals found on the number cubes to create a number line. They then play a game called the Fraction Decimal Toss.
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Proportional Problems 1

For Teachers 8th
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...
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Similarity and Congruence

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the concept of similarity and congruence. In this similarity and congruence lesson, students cut out strips of paper and form a triangle. Young scholars try to prove that their triangles are congruent using the SSS...
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Trigonometry Investigation

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math activity, students use the sheet to conduct an investigation to find the trigonometric ratios using opposite and adjacent sides to see how they are related to each other.
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Percents and Discounts

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students convert between decimals and percents. In this algebra lesson, students define percent as it relates to sales and tax. They calculate the percents of number using multiplication.
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Rational Speed Matching

For Teachers 6th
Ready, set, go! Individuals practice converting rational numbers between fractions, decimals, and percents. A speed game has teams match the three forms of rational numbers on a number line.
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Unit 5: Worksheet 2 - Ratios

For Students 8th - 10th
For this ratio worksheet, students investigate the relationship between the ratio of two sides of similar triangles. Afterwards, they convert fractions, decimals, and percents. This three-page worksheet contains approximately 35...
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Decimals: Collaborative Lesson

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore mathematics by participating in a group activity. In this number value lesson, students identify the uses for decimals and how to best estimate whole numbers based on decimals and fractions. Students collaborate with...
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Coin Drop

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Pupils calculate the theoretical and empirical probability by dropping coins on a grid. They record their data and compare the theoretical and empirical data. Students make predictions about the results before conducting the experiment.
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Leveled Problem Solving: Ordering Fractions and Decimals

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this ordering fractions and decimals practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Piece of the Sky: Introduction for Making S'COOL Observations

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Pupils observe and discuss cloud cover. They identify percent of cloud cover, calculate cloud cover by fraction and convert to a percent, and compare their models with the current real sky cloud cover.
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Where Should You Turn?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders complete activities to study decimal numbers. In this decimal numbers lesson plan, 4th graders study decimal numbers to express numbers less than one and intervals. Students complete map and location activities to study...