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Our Favorites
Students participate in and conduct a survey to determine various class favorites. They collect, organize and display their data, interpret the results, and complete a packet of worksheets to display the information.
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Pi Day (March 14)
Fourth graders determine the value of ? by measuring the circumference and diameter of circular objects such as soup cans, Oreo cookies, etc..
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Parts of a Whole
Pupils gain an better understanding of how to figure out parts of a whole.
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Fraction Problem Solving Process
Help your charges solve a variety of fraction and skip counting problems using a problem solving process. As a class they work through a fraction problem step-by-step, and discuss a real-life connection to the problem. Students then play...
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Bargain Town, USA
Third graders discuss discounts and walk around classroom labeled with lots of discounted merchandise. They complete a worksheet converting original prices to new bargain prices.
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Probability or Ability?
Students toss candy and coins using their non-dominant hand while their partners records the results on a probability charts.
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Patterns
Students investigate the concept of using proportions to compare quantities while also practicing calculations for foreign exchange rates. They develop the skill of solving for unknown quantities of money while using an algebraic equation.
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Students' Strides
Complete problems using base ten blocks to see the difference in the place value of a decimal and how it affects a number's value. Learners compare decimal values as well. Ample time for discussion and modeling are allowed in the...
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Whole Numbers
Student are assigned one of the sections on whole numbers. After reviewing the content, they teach their assigned sections to other class mates. They publish their findings on a PowerPoint slide show to use when they teach their section.
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Ratio Basketball
Students, in teams of four, practice shooting free throws while mentally converting the ratio of shots made to those thrown into a percent. They chart and record the ratio, decimal and actual percentage earned after each round.
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Solving Equations by Distributive Property
In this solving equations worksheet, students use the distributive property to find the value of the unknown. This one-page worksheet contains 10 multi-step problems. Answers are provided.
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Number and Algebra: Again and Again
Young scholars use a given spreadsheet to investigate an iterative process by changing the variables. They design their own spreadsheet to investigate the iterative process.
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Scaling Down the Solar System
Learners work collaboratively to gain a better understanding of the vastness of space by scaling down the solar system. They measure by inches, gain an understanding of space, and model the distances of the planets from the sun.
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A Recipe For Success
Sixth graders explore a relevant application of ratios and proportions. They apply this concept through guided practice and interactive feedback.
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Finding Percent When Given A Fraction
Seventh graders calculate percentages when given a fraction. They convert a percentage to a fraction. All of this be done by each student's ability to read the graphs made available by the spreadsheet information.
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Body Proportion
Fourth graders measure the height and arm span of various classmates. They use a spreadsheet to design a graph that shows the class measurements from tallest to shortest in metric and standard systems.
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Build a Snowplow
Students design and build a snowplow using LEGO materials. They compete in an Engineer's Challenge to clear a path through Styrofoam peanuts.
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Code Breakers
Students collect data and make a frequency table, change ratios into percents, and analyze data to make predictions.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Finding Equivalent Fractions
Using number lines and fraction strips helps students become familiar with benchmark fractions, equivalent fractions, and comparing fractions.
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Nearpod: Reviewing Equivalent Fractions
In this lesson on fractions, 3rd graders will review fractions and learn how to identify and create equivalent fractions.
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Chili Math: Writing and Identifying Equivalent Fractions
Fractions that are the same in value but look different are known as equivalent fractions. As long as you multiply or divide the top and bottom of a fraction by the same nonzero whole number, the resulting fraction will be equivalent to...
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Ixl Learning: Equivalent Fractions
Brush up on your math skills relating to equivalent fractions then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
Homeschool Math
Homeschool Math: Equivalent Fractions
Lesson teaches the concept of equivalent fractions. Accompanying video shows how to get an equivalent fraction by splitting the existing pieces further into a certain number of new pieces.