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Observing Fruits and Seeds
Third graders discuss what they think the word "observation" means and discover different ways that we observe. They observe as the teacher demonstrates how to use a hand lens as a tool for observing tiny details. They then use hand...
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Find Decimal Notation
In this math worksheet, students solve the problems using fraction notation and convert them into decimals. This is done using division.
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What's the Deal with Probability?
Eighth graders examine probability. Students read real life situations involving math. Upon completing probability problems, they express their answer as a fraction, decimal or percent.
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TAKS 3rd Grade Daily Upkeep 7
In this elementary math worksheet, 3rd graders solve the four problems that focus upon measurement, fractions, and a word problem.
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No So Snappy Six
In this math worksheet, students look for the words that are used to answer each word problem that is focused on the number six.
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Team Up for Telling Time
Students team up to compete in a variety of Internet time-telling activities. In teams of four, groups are assigned to computers and solve problems related to telling time.
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College Prep Worksheet Chapter 2, 2.1-2.4, 2.6, 2.8 & 7.5
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the coefficient, simplify expressions, solve algebraic equations, and graph inequalities. This worksheet contains 93 equations, with an answer key.
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Diet and Exercise for a Diabetic
Tenth graders plan a diet for a variety of needs. They create an appropriate menu and exercise program to maintain a healthy weight.
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Integrals with Even Powers of Sine and Cosine
Students discuss ways to integrate given trigometric functions. They use a trig identity (half angle identities) to solve problems. Students practice solving problems with even powers of both sine and cosine. They change a sum of...
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Oxidation-Reduction and Electrochemistry
Young scholars are introduced to the topics of oxidation reduction and electrochemistry. Using this information, they review how to balance equations and solve half-reaction problems. In groups, they complete a lab activity and identify...
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SIGHT READING RHYTHM PATTERNS
The perception of rhythms by reading and the ability to auditorily discriminate these rhythm patterns by listening to them performed by the teacher is practiced here. your students will work to create an eight-beat long rhythm pattern.
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Colonial Vacation Planner
Looking for a good lesson on the Colonial Period for your upper-elementary class? Then, this lesson is for you! They use website designs, U.S. travel publications, and maps to plan a family vacation to states which were part of the...
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How Much Does it Cost to Light Your School?
Learners compute the cost of electricity used to light their classroom and their school for various lengths of time. They compute the amount of coal needed to produce the electricity used for one hour of light in their classroom. An...
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Chances Are......You're Right
Young mathematicians study probability. In this math instructional activity, learners calculate odds, and convert those into percentages of probability. Fractions are also used, making this instructional activity quite rich in some of...
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Area, Perimeter and Rations Using Pentominoes
Learners of all ages investigate area and perimeter through pentominoes. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the are and perimeter of different geometric shapes and describe the properties of similar and congruent shapes. This...
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Mathematical Modeling
Study various types of mathematical models in this math instructional activity. Learners calculate the slope to determine the risk in a situation described. They respond to a number of questions and analyze their statistical data. Then,...
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Multiple Representations of Limits
After an introductory activity to demonstrate the theory of a limit, additional activities approach a limit from graphical, numerical, and algebraic methods. The activity looks at the multiple ways of understanding and evaluating a...
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When 95% Accurate Isn’t
Investigate the effect of false positives on probability calculation with an activity that asks scholars to collect simulated data generated by a calculator. To finish, participants analyze the probability of certain outcomes which lead...
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2nd Grade - Act. 17: Source Relay
Help your 2nd graders understand the difference between natural and man-made materials. They will sort breakfast food items into sources: store, factory, natural world, and farm. They will work together to classify, form conclusions, and...
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Explorers – Patrol Services
Far out — plan a trip to space! Aspiring mathematicians steer a space vehicle through an asteroid field, calculate currency exchanges to buy provisions, and determine placement of charges to blow up asteroids. Along the way, they learn...
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Rights and Responsibilities: Grass Born to Be Stepped On
Students research an event in history in which rights and responsibilities are involved. They create a movie of the information they find.
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Beam Focusing Using Lenses
Explore optics using an inquiry-based experimental approach! Young scholars use a set of materials to design and build a unit capable of focusing a beam of light. They experiment with different lenses to determine the best approach to...
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Grandpa's Chocolates
It's fun playing a game of "Guess What's in the Jacket Pocket?" Young scholars read the question using the concept of doubles using mental math. They then share their solutions with the class.
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Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
Fractions, decimals, and percents all say the same thing! Show your classes how to convert between the three forms using visual and numeric representations. Then lead them to an understanding of scientific notation.