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Creature Caverns
Plot the relationship of characteristics of creepy creatures. Learners plot the coordinates to describe the number of eyes, horns, and/or brains different creatures have. Pupils fill out a table to plot the points and complete the pattern.
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Calculus AB/BC Unit 5 Review: Analytical Applications of Differentiation
Time to put it all together in one sheet—well five. Pupils review all the topics presented in the resources for Analytical Applications of Differentiation. The five pages summarize the concepts with explanations and examples.
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Multiple Intelligences Holistic Plan
Ninth graders apply basic algebra concepts to equations using cognitive, affective, and kinesthetic components. They create their own word problem, perform the story problem using a dramatic presentation, and present the problem to the...
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The Cuisenaire Four-Pan Algebra Balance: Limitations and Suggestions
Learners illustrate the concept of balancing equations using a Four-Pan Algebra Balance. In this balancing activity, students visualize why it is necessary to add or subtract the same quantity on both sides of an equation when solving...
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High School Mathematics Problems from Alaska: Firewood Problem
Students write and solve equations for the cost of firewood by the cord, then use this information to develop tables of values and graph their equations.
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Fractions of a Sheet Cake
In this math activity, learners write equations for fractions of a sheet cake. Students write fractions for pictures that are shown and also create their own fractions of a sheet cake.
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Paint Plus
Using the computer and the Paint program, Students explore the different tools available in the paint program, and then create a picture showing two sets of pictures and an equation.
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Flag Pole
Students determine the length of rope on a flagpole and the cost to replace the rope. They create their own real life math problems.
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Graphing from Slope-Intercept Form: Practice A
Ninth graders investigate the slope-intercept form of a line. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders graph linear equations by using the slope and y-intercept.
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Absolute Value Word Problems: Practice A
Ninth graders investigate absolute value equations and inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders solve and graph absolute value equations and inequalities. Students translate verbal expressions into absolute value inequalities.
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Addition to Twenty
In this addition tool for creating a worksheet, students problem solve and calculate the answers to twenty addition equations. Students show each step of their work.
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Human Coordinate Plane, Using the Distance Formula
Students write the distance formula to solve equations for finding the distance between 2 points. In this distance formula lesson plan, students also write sentences explaining why their formulas would work.
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Related Problems: Challenge
In this related problems worksheet, students read a word problem, then solve a series of questions relating to it. Students then write a word problem and an equation to solve.
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Quadratic Formula
Students factor and solve quadratic equations.In this algebra lesson, students identify the roots of an equation using the quadratic formula. They graph and identify the properties of a parabola.
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Complete Multiplication Column Stories
In this multiplication worksheet, students create the equation for multiplication word problems and solve the problem. Students complete 5 problems.
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The Kangaroo Conundrum: A Study of a Quadratic Function
Students play a game and collect data for their graph. In this algebra lesson, students solve quadratic equations and identify properties of their graph. They describe the pattern created by the graph and the game.
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Using Negative Numbers
Sixth graders practice using negative numbers by completing number equations. In this math problem solving lesson, 6th graders discuss the different ways negative numbers can be used in a math problem and practice completing equations...
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Translating Verbal Phrases into Algebraic Expressions
Students rewrite word problems using algebraic symbols. In this algebra lesson, students graph linear equations after they rewrite the equation using algebra. They relate math to the real world.
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Pizza Topping Combinations
Students brainstorm pizza toppings and determine the number of possible ways to order a pizza. In this algebra lesson, students analyze and investigate geometric patterns as they relate to the concept of a variable. Students then use a...
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Solutions, Solutions, Could it Be?
Students graph and solve linear system of equations. In this algebra lesson, students use algebraic and graphing methods to solve their systems. They find the point of intersection for their solution and draw inference from their data.
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Growing Circles
Students identify the equation to represent a circle. In this algebra activity, students review properties of conics and how they are related. they use a robot to create a visual of circles and their application to the real world.
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A Study of a Quadratic Function
Students factor and solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students play a game as the collect and graph data. they identify properties of their parabola and make predictions.
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Spreadsheet Function Machine
Students create a spreadsheet to analyze functions. In this algebra lesson, students use spreadsheets to find the intersection of systems of equations. They identify the dependent and independent function as it relates to a line.
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Money and Business
Third graders use play money to complete tasks that allow them to see if the budget they came up with works. In this budget lesson plan, 3rd graders create their own budget and test it out with the play money.