Third graders arrange numbers up to 1,000. In this arranging numbers instructional activity, 3rd graders play a game to try and build the biggest number they can using number tiles.  Students work in groups to draw number tiles from...

Second graders determine what 1,000 items look like. In this math investigation instructional activity, 2nd graders collect 1,000 items and determine the best way to count them by tens and hundreds. They can use stickers on notecards to...

Young scholars practice grouping in different ways by putting numbers up to 1,000 in the correct place value. In this place value lesson plan, students estimate items in a jar and then count them out by grouping them by 10s.

Kindergarteners arrange manipulatives or everyday objects in groups of one through five. They identify groups seen in pictures of nature and compare same numbers of different objects.

Build on your learners' confidence in quick addition as they discover strategies to add tens to two-digit numbers. After reviewing counting by 10's, they discuss tactics to add multiples of 10 to other numbers. They visualize how to...

Students estimate the amount of money they have in groups of pennies, nickels, and dimes. In this money lesson plan, students then count up the amounts they have and exchange money amounts.

Students analyze multiple strategies of multiplication: clustering, area model, breaking apart/decomposing, etc. They create their own strategies to approaching multiplication problems and share them with their classmates. Discussion...

Third graders explore place value to the ten thousands place. This incredibly thorough, 24-page lesson has learners construct, order, and compare numbers to 9,999. This three-day lesson includes reteaching and extension activities...

Students examine the process of census taking in the United States. In this "200 Years and Counting" lesson, students examine the data collection process, look at an example of a census form, analyze data, and learn what the information...

Second graders study the concept of place value with hundreds, tens, and ones. In the place value lesson, 2nd graders demonstrate their prior knowledge of place value with tens and ones. Students are then introduced to place value with...

All you need is a zero and a one. Build pupils' understanding of binary values and number systems to gain familiarity with binary numbers. Using a hands-on activity and technology, scholars learn how the binary system works and its...

Explore the concept of odd and even with your class using this resource. Learners take an online test demonstrating their knowledge of odd and even, sing a song about the concept, and engage in computer-based activities.

Students estimate the number of items in a group. For this estimation lesson, students are presented with random objects to clean up. Students estimate how many items are present and then compare the actual number of items to their...

Students complete activities to explore number sequence. In this number arrangements lesson, students play a game of finger flash and then read the book 12 Ways to Get to 11. Students count and track the amounts in the book to make an...

Students solve related addition and subtraction problems. In this addition and subtraction lesson, students use the book Ten Sly Piranhas by William Wise as the source of word problems for students to solve.

Explore estimation with your math class. They will estimate how many Cheerios are in a box. Then count and group 50 Cheerios on a twist tie and attach groups to represent hundreds. They then discuss and practice skip counting and revise...

Learners explore place value. This incredibly thorough and valuable mathematics lesson, has young scholars make a number wheel to assist in the completion of a Place Value worksheet. Students use manipulatives and a place value mat to...

Learners match sets of buttons to complete subtraction problems. In this subtraction lesson plan, students answer the questions "how many more/less" and make bar graphs by counting up the buttons they are wearing.

Learners explore animal slaughter by researching the Wisconsin beef industry. In this meat statistics lesson, students practice using different math functions to identify how many burgers or sports equipment can be made from one...

Fourth graders use place value structure to construct and compare numbers that are up to the ten thousands. In this place value lesson plan, 4th graders explain and discuss numbers that are greatest in size according to the place of the...

Second graders develop number sense. In this number sense lesson, 2nd graders use multiple ways to represent numbers including written numerals, tally marks and manipulatives. Students correctly use place value to the thousands place.

In this conversion factors worksheet, high schoolers convert 15 measurements from one unit in the SI system of measurement to another unit. Students show their work and indicate the unit of measurement. Conversion factors are given.

Have you ever wondered how many ants make up an elephant? Inquisitive minds will be amazed as they use scientific notation to compute and compare the mass of an elephant to an ant. Have participants make guesses and see how close they...

Young mathematicians record and analyze data. They will take attendance for their class and compare to other days. Then discuss ways to count who is present. They may also show the amount of students present using fractions.