Liability, deductible, premium ... what do these words mean, and how do they relate to insurance? Scholars complete a pre-test, matching vocabulary activity, and insurance timeline worksheet and become familiar with these terms. Next,...

High schoolers study geometric figures. They use graph paper or Geometer's Sketchpad to construct and decorate geometric shapes, and also create a 3-D polygon using construction paper and a given template.

In this math worksheet, students solve a word problem related to illegal use of a firearm arrests in Hemlock County. Students read two candidates' statements and decide which is mathematically correct.

Budding mathematicians graph polynomial functions and examine their zero and y-intercepts. They analyze how the zero and y-intercepts of the numerator and denominator affect the graph of a rational function. Several great additional...

Young scholars discover what forces work together to hold up a suspension bridge. They see various bridges around the world, and learn the basic principles that enable each bridge to support itself. Groups design their own bridge,...

Learners discover the types of batteries and their uses. They experience static electricity by rubbing glass jars and using it to raise their hair. After discussing the importance of recycling batteries and using ones that are...

In this spaghetti palace activity sheet, students examine data and create a scatter plot.  They use their graphing calculator to find a linear model and a quadratic model for given information.  Students predict total...

Learners compare and contrast exponential and power functions. In this precalculus lesson, students identify the value of x, using the graph as a visual. They compare functions with base of greater than one, to base of less than one.

Students study and apply the Fibonacci numbers and how they occur in nature. Students solve problems using the Fibonacci numbers.

Students explore the realm of mathematical probability while playing a game of chance. after constructing paper rockets, they fire it enough times to determine the probabilities of the rocket traveling past a marked distance and of it...

Young scholars use maps to locate information on Egypt, then create their own maps to display knowledge gained from the lesson and Web sites. They recognize, create, and describe the pyramid's geometric shape in three-dimensional forms.

Students read a cookie recipe and complete a worksheet that asks them to establish ratios and proportions for various ingredients in the recipe.

Middle schoolers calculate the possible number of permutations for different sets of objects. They explore and solve possible permutations for various real-world situations.

Students, who are adult learners, peruse advertisements and catalogs to spend $100 on gifts for their family members. They compare a similar list of gifts to compare price, quality, and other factors that determine the best quality.