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The Power Steering Is Out?

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use the point slope formula to calculate the slope and equation of a line. For this algebra lesson, students identify point on a coordinate plane using a robot. They differentiate between the different quadrants a they follow...
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Geometric Transformations

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students solve problems involving transformations of geometric figures. They review graphing points in the coordinate plain, plot points and connect to create a triangle. Then, they reflect triangles over the x and y axis and use...
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INTERPRETING MAGNETIC FIELD MAPS

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers interpret magnetic field maps, rotate the coordinates to obtain different views, change the coordinate representation, and produce alternate graphical representations.
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Saving the Bald Eagle

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students plot on a coordinate plane. In this algebra lesson, students identify points on a coordinate plane and graph lines given coordinate pairs. They create a model as they study bald eagles and their growth and decay.
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It's a Drag!

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students create number lines using decimals and whole numbers. For this algebra lesson, students graph and solve linear equations. They plot ordered pairs on a coordinate plane correctly.
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Plotting Grids Using Battleship

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students coordinate grid points on X and Y axises to plot a physical location. The game of "Battleship is used to present first hand knowledge of this skill.
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Robot Cartography

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify points plotted on the coordinate plane. In this geometry lesson plan, students learn to read a map using concepts of a coordinate plane grid. They find the path given a map to tell them where to go.
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Classmate Grid

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Learners interview classmates and record their findings on a coordinate grid using Inspiration or Kidspiration and digital cameras. This lesson is technology-based and includes resource links.
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Reading Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students plot functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane. They explore lines and parabolas. Students analyze graphs and answer questions about the information presented on the graph using an online program.
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Creating Line Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars relate data to coordinate graphs and plot points on this graph. They use minimum wage data to construct the graph. Students decide appropriate time intervals for the graphs. They share graphs with their classmates.
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Plotting Points

For Students 4th - 5th
In this coordinate pairs activity, students learn to plot points on a graph. Students study the examples and then complete 20 questions. This is intended as an online activity, but may be completed with pencil and paper.
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A slope or not a slope? That is the question.

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate concepts related to Cartesian Coordinates. They use a creative game at the beginning of the lesson to identify quadrants by passing candy to one another. The rest of the lesson is using vocabulary and problem...
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Flips, Turns, and Slides: Adventures with Transformations

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students explore transformations. In this math lesson, students plot points on a coordinate grid and construct shapes. Students discuss movements on the grid as flips, turns and slides.
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Grid it, Map it

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students participate in designing a city layout using grids and coordinates. They work on a city space and create a grid on a life size layout on the gym floor.
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Algebra I: Graphing - Lesson Plan

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders graph ordered pairs on a coordinate plane.
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Maps: Latitude and Longitude

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students visit interactive sites focusing on latitude and longitude. They participate in activities about the prime meridian, time zones, and equator. They view the coordinates of states and cities.
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Passing, Trapping, & Heading Soccer Skills

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars, in groups, demonstrate good balance and coordination. They also demonstrate use of good spatial awareness.
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Constructing Tangrams

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders visualize and identify geometric shapes after applying transformations on a coordinate plane. In this tangrams lesson, 7th graders construct a set of tangrams and then answer extension questions related to measurement,...
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Coordinate Addition Game

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this addition worksheet, students say answers to addition problems as quickly as possible, using coordinates that match addition problems. A website reference is given for additional activities. 
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Map Grids

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students study map grids and explore how they can be used to locate positions of objects or features on a map. They read a story and then participate in a grid activity using a large map of the setting of the story.
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Dragon's Jewels

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students play a game about dragons and jewels to learn cooperation, coordination, communication, and to have fun. In this dragons and jewels lesson plan, one group of knights guard the jewels, and one group of dragons try to get the jewels.
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Algebra: Co-ordinates

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Students use Cartesian coordinates. In this graphing lesson students use simple formulae, interpret coordinates, and create graphical representations. They express their work algebraically.
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Investigating Functions

For Students 11th
In this investigating functions instructional activity, 11th graders solve and complete 18 different problems. First, they graph each equation on the graphs shown. Then, students make a rough sketch of graph on a coordinate plane. They...
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Function Investigation

For Students 11th
In this functions worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 18 different problems. First, they graph each equation on the graphs provided, making a rough sketch on a coordinate plane. Then, students predict what each graph will look...