Students create "fact families" using digital pictures of their classmates and knowledge of basic math concepts (subtraction and addition) in this technology-based math lesson intended for use in the early-elementary classroom. A...

In this math activity, students work with division problems that have remainders. They see a set of small pictures showing groups of items. They fill in the blanks in a simple division problem and write the remainder based on the groups...

Young scholars comprehend that ratios and fractions are interchangeable. They compare ratios using common denominators, cross multiplication, and intuition. Students find equivalent fractions. They comprehend that equivalent ratios do...

In this solving a math terms crossword puzzle activity, students read the clues across and down and write the math terms in the blanks. Students write 19 answers. 

Students estimate measurements in real world problem situations. In this estimation lesson, students read the book Pancakes, Pancakes and estimate how many cups equal a pint, quart, and gallon. Students test their estimations by...

Third graders explore different combinations of coins that can be used for specified amounts of money using paper money and tree diagrams. They write money amounts in different forms. Groups utilize a tree diagram imbedded in this lesson...

Students analyze the numbers of male vs female administrators and teachers from their school. In this gender equality lesson plan, students use school yearbooks from the 1950's threw present to count how many male vs. female teachers,...

Fifth graders devise and use problem solving strategies to solve a magic square arrangement. In small groups they explore various strategies including non-algebraic and algebraic techniques, write an explanation of their solution, and...

In this fraction worksheet, students use twizzlers to demonstrate various equivalent fractions. Students complete ten greater than, equal to, and less than questions.

Young scholars participate in a game using 12 manipulatives.  In this addition and subtraction lesson students play a game originated by the Native Americans and  look at a number of items and calculate how many are...

Students explore the process of decomposition. In this ecology and measurement lesson, students prepare a worm home to be used for vermicomposting. Students weigh a group of worms and the added food, recording this information on a data...

Learners explore graphing. In this graphing lesson, students sort Skittles candies and use the color groups to create a bar graph. Rubrics and extension activities are provided.

Young scholars demonstrate different algebraic equations using Borenson's Hands-On Equation materials. They work in a cooperative group to solve algebraic equations.

In this problem solving worksheet, 4th graders utilize counters or pennies to learn about the parts of a whole in 4 groups of 3 circles that equal 12 counters.

In this equal groups learning exercise, students read the word problems and learn to use equal group numbers to solve the six word problems.

In this division worksheet, students use pictures to help them divide evenly, solve word problems, and write division problems based on multiplication problems. Students complete 6 sets of problems.

Students explore partitioning and equivalency.

Students use the correct tool to measure distances. For this geometry lesson, students use an odometer and ruler correctly as they study maps. They describe how far way something is.

Second graders practice adding numbers that add up to less than 100. In this addition lesson, 2nd graders use candy to practice adding after participating in a demonstration lesson. They complete a worksheet, and an assessment.

In this division practice worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 278 problems that require them to divide in word problem and regular problems.

Learners learn that speed is a function of time and distance, a quadratic equation can be used to figure out the path of fireworks, a photographer can use Algebra to figure out how many rolls he can afford if he needs twice as much of...

In this word problems learning exercise, students practice solving word problems having to deal with money, baseball cards, candies, and more. Students solve 9 problems.

In this fractions instructional activity, students complete true/false questions, find equivalent fractions and use order of operations to solve problems that included exponents.

Students review employment statistics and wages over the past 20 years. They examine the Federal Work Force Laws. They apply formulas to find the rate of change in the minimum wage.