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I Can Build It.....Yes I Can!
Kindergartners listen to a story read by their teacher, then use magnetic shape pieces to construct simple designes. They "build" their own house using pre-cut paper shapes. This age-appropriate lesson would be an excellent choice for...
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Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem
Begin seeing the world through the lens of geometry! Use the 19th installment in a 25-part module to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real-world problems. Individuals sketch situations resulting in right triangles such as the...
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Bling Bling Metallic Mosaics
Using different types of paper and paint, young artists will create a beautiful mosaic. This is a great variation from the traditional tile and grout mosaics. Use this beautiful art project to discuss different art mediums,...
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Geometric Figures
Students compare, classify and calculate the area of geometric figures such as rectangles, squares, circles and triangles.
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Measurement
Seventh graders measure surface area. In this geometry lesson, 7th graders find the surface area of various geometrical shapes. Using a computer program, students compute the area of 2-D and 3-D shapes. Students use...
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Rectangular Gardens
Learners create a rectangular garden using paper and tiles. In this geometry lesson, students investigate the largest possible rectangle that can be created given specific boundaries. They use grid paper to draw the rectangles creating a...
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Life in a Geometrical Town
In this geometry worksheet, students create a map that uses various geometrical concepts. The final project is the creation of a "geometrical town." Rubric for grading is included.
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Tangram Geometry
Students listen to a story involving Tangram pieces. Students use Tangram pieces to complete shapes using an outline of a design.
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Count the Squares and Compare
Fourth graders construct squares and rectanges in order to help them find areas and perimeters. They gain an understanding of area and perimeter through teacher modeling and then they construct squares and rectangles.
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Area and Perimeter
Students participate in a hands-on activity that shows the independence of perimeter and area for simple irregular figures.
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Area of Solids
Students find the area of rectangular solids and cylinders by cutting them into flat pieces and adding the areas.
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Exploring Area
Fifth graders explore the concept of area using the geometry of selected objects. The laboratory for this experience is the classroom. The lesson focuses upon the objects that have four sides like squares and rectangles.
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Pyramids
In this Geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve problems involving the properties of a regular pyramid. The two page worksheet contains a combination of seven multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are...
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Effects of Changing Dimensions Proportionally
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders examine the effect of changing the dimensions of a figure proportionally on the perimeter, circumference, and area. The one page worksheet contains six problems. Answers are...
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Regular Pyramids
For this Geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve problems involving the properties of a regular pyramid. The one page worksheet contains a combination of three multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are...
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Geometric Concepts and Polygons
In this geometry instructional activity, students identify the altitude, perpendicular bisector, median, angle bisector and the area of different polygons. There are 33 problems.
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Student Workbook: Algebra and Functions
A smorgasbord of functions, this packet has the basics required for your learners to be successful in the land of early algebra. The packet includes solving equations, graphing, evaluating, simplifying and basically everything else...
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Investigation- On The Surface
Students will examine solids to determine which has the least surface area. They will also understand the use of units, square units, and cubic units. There is also the teaching and application of geometry formulas to perform calculations.
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Volume of Cones
Students identify the volume of cones and pyramids. In this geometry lesson, students derive the formula for cones and pyramids. They calculate the volume of cones and other three dimensional shapes.
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Personal Clay Box
High schoolers will love this geometrically exact ceramics project; they create a personalized clay box using the slab method and mathematical measurements. They utilize scoring and square construction and can decorate the boxes to...
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Building Bridges
Students identify the different types of bridges. Using the internet, they research information on how they are built by completing a scavenger hunt. Locating a specific area, they determine which type of bridge would be appropriate and...
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Graphing Data
Young scholars graph lines in a coordinate plane. In this geometry lesson plan, students graph lines on a coordinate plane, and identify the slope. They calculate the volume, area and perimeters of the shapes created on a coordinate plane.
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New York State Testing Program
In this math worksheet, students review concepts in algebra and geometry in preparation for the State Exam. They review slopes and functions, area and perimeter. There are 27 questions.
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Calculate Perimeter Using Grid Method
In this perimeter worksheet, students find the perimeter of shaded areas shown a grids, 2 total. Students write total area in square units. A reference web site is given for additional activities.