Assessment
CCSS Math Activities

Out of the Swimming Pool

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Out of the swimming pool and into the math classroom! Young mathematicians analyze two linear functions representing the number of liters of water in a pool as it drains over time. They must evaluate functions, interpret function...
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Stained Glass

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
A complex question looking for the total cost of a stained glass window by calculating area and circumference of a circle. With detailed components, this activity will challenge your designers to figure out if they have enough money to...
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Patterns in the Multiplication Table

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards
Explore patterns in the multiplication table in order to deepen your third graders' understanding of this essential skill. Implement this activity as a whole-class lesson, allowing students to work in pairs or small groups to support...
Worksheet
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Zach’s Lie: Magic Squares

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Individuals match vocabulary words within a magic square, a concept that ties in nicely with math class. The words are all located in Zach's Lie and were specifically selected to increase comprehension of the text. Fifth in a series...
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Games at Recess

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
A great non-calculation problem that lets your math minds explore without the pressure of the right answer. Your learners will have to compare boys and girls playing soccer and jump rope during recess. How many more boys than girls are...
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Snow Day

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
It's a snow day, and two brothers attending schools with different schedules each got a late start to the day. But who had the shorter school day? That's what your class will find out as they apply their knowledge of fractions to this...
Activity
Illustrative Mathematics

Sand Under the Swing Set

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Help the local elementary school fix their playground by calculating the amount of sand needed near the swing set. The problem practices setting up proportions and ratios with three different options for solving. You can chose the option...
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Simplifying Using "The Order of Operations" Worksheet

For Students 7th - 9th
In this order of operations worksheet, students solve equations with one variable using order of operations. Equations contain fractions, exponents, parenthesis, and the four basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and...
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Factoring a Difference Between Two Squares Worksheet

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra 1 worksheet, students factor 20 problems involving the difference of two squares. They check their answers on-line.
Interactive
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Basic Proportions Worksheet

For Students 6th - 8th
In this middle school mathematics worksheet, students use cross multiplication to solve proportions. The interactive worksheet has a "step-by-step" link for an in-depth solution. The one page worksheet has twenty problems.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Dan’s Division Strategy

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
Can Dan make a conjecture about dividing fractions with the same denominators? That is what your scholars are to determine. They must show that if the statement is true, they understand how the quantities were determined, and how...
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Solving Using the Quadratic Formula Worksheet

For Students 8th - 9th
In this Algebra worksheet, students solve 20 equations using the quadratic formula. They can self correct their work by clicking the link at the bottom of the page.
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Factoring a GCF From an Expression

For Students 8th - 9th
In this Algebra worksheet, students find the Greatest Common Factor of two or three terms and divide it out. They rewrite the expression using parenthesis. Students may self check their answers by selecting the link at the end of the...
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Factoring a Trinomial

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra learning exercise, students factor twenty trinomials into the appropriate binomial pair. Students may self-correct their work by selecting the link at the bottom of the page.
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Equation Basics

For Students 8th - 10th
In this equation basics worksheet, students solve simple algebraic equations. This one-page self-checking worksheet may be completed on-line. If preferred, an answer sheet may be printed.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Comparing Rational and Irrational Number

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Algebra learners must know how to use rational numbers to approximate irrationals. This resource asks participants to decide which number is larger without using a calculator. It makes a great exercise to use as a five-minute transition...
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Care Homework #2

For Teachers 10th - 11th
In this Care Homework worksheet, students solve a variety of multiple digit addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems that include fractions, decimals, and percentages. They demonstrate knowledge of geometric formulas...
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Simplifying Distribution Worksheet

For Students 7th - 9th
For this simplifying distribution worksheet, students solve problems with one variable using the distributive property. They place their answers in the answer box provided on the internet. Students are able to view step-by-step...
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Combining Like Terms and Solving

For Students 8th - 9th
In this combining like terms and solving worksheet, students combine terms in simple algebraic equations and solve for the unknown. When needed, students may observe step-by-step instructions to solve given equations. There are 20...
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Factoring Completely

For Students 10th - 12th
In this factoring learning exercise, students factor polynomial expressions to simplify them. Upon placing their answer in the appropriate box, students may receive immediate feedback. A link for step-by-step solutions is provided.
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Solve By Completing The Square

For Students 10th - 11th
In this completing the square worksheet, student solve equations by completing the square. Students may place their answers on the webpage for immediate feedback. In addition, step-by-step instructions are provided. There are 20...
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Solve By Factoring Worksheet

For Students 10th - 11th
In this factoring instructional activity, students solve given equations through factoring. Students solve polynomial equations and place their answers in the space provided. This web page provides step-by-step instructions for each...