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Solving Inequalities

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders participate in a instructional activity that covers the concept of an algebraic inequality. They practice recognizing the symbols used in an inequality and solving them using the methods that are similar to solving equations.
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Robot Rounding!

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students collect data on a robot and relate the behavior to prove there is an infinite minute set of numbers. In this algebra lesson, students verify that there is always a number between two numbers. They analyze and make inference...
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Locating Points Using Cartesian Coordinates

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students discover coordinates as they explore Chicago. In this math lesson plan, students give the coordinates of a point, plot a point, and use the coordinate system in locating places on a map.
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Tangram Fractions

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore tangram puzzles. In this tangram fraction lesson, students read Grandfather Tang and then practice solving tangram puzzles. Students identify fractions of the pieces of the tangram puzzles and then create a design using...
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Santa's Pack Held Thirty Toys

For Students 10th
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders use the given clues to determine which of Santa’s elves dressed in which color and made which toy.  The one page worksheet contains one problem with twenty-four clues.  Answer...
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Dueling Bumpers

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils get an opportunity to show control of force and accuracy using a volleyball bump.
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Comparing Fractions

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students discuss the nature of fractions and compare fractions based on a similar whole to determine relative size.
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Negative Magic Squares

For Teachers 4th
Magic squares are interesting objects in both mathematics proper and in recreational mathematics. So they are objects that children should have heard about and experienced. The problems in this sequence give students the opportunity to...
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Using Inequalities to Problem Solve

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson, students solve and graph linear inequalities involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.  Students use inequalities to solve and graph real-world problems.
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Division of Monomials

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students relate the division of monomials to multiplication. In this division of monomials lesson, students divide monomials by factoring and dividing common factors from the originals. They check their answers by multiplication. As each...
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Fraction Facts

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils are introduced to fractions, including operations with fractionsm converting fractions to decimals and percents. They are provided with activities that provide ample practice opportunities to reinforce the information from the...
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Puzzling Poetry

For Students 6th - 7th
In this language arts worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle. Clues refer to types of poetry such as ballad, chant, couplet, clerihew, limerick and tanka.
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SAT Prep

For Students 11th - 12th
In this secondary mathematics worksheet, students are provided with questions that are designed to provide SAT test preparation. The one page interactive worksheet contains ten questions. Answers are not provided. 
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Standard Linear Form

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders identify and describe the x-intercept as the place where the line crosses the x-axis as it applies to football. They create their own differentiations to reinforce the distinction between the x-intercept and the...
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Triangular Numbers Are Everywhere !

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students observe that the triangular numbers are associated with the sums of consecutive natural numbers beginning with 1.
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Tower of Hanoi Lesson Plan

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate the Legend of the Tower of Hanoi and complete mathematical problems related to the legend. They play the Tower of Hanoi game online in order to discover the number pattern involved. They solve problems using the...
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Simultaneous Equations Using Elimination

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve a system of two unknowns.  In the Algebra lesson, students use a on line computer applet/program to solve a system by the elimination method.  The student's work is self checking, giving immediate feedback. ...
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Find the Average Value of a Function

For Students 11th
In this calculus instructional activity, 11th graders calculate the average value of a function. They find the line tangent to a curve and graph the equation. There are 15 questions.
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Average Value of a Function

For Students 12th
In this calculus worksheet, 12th graders calculate the line tangent to a curve and find the average value of a function. There are 12 questions.
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Graphing Linear Equations

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students graph linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students solve linear equations and graph it on a coordinate plane. They evaluate integers using linear equations.
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8th Grade Math Properties

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders engage in a instructional activity that is concerned with the properties associated with 8th grade Algebra. They solve problems using a variety of contexts and participate in using real world problems to create context....
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Dot-Com Gives Small Investors a Leg Up

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explore the concept of investing in stocks. In this investing in stocks lesson, students discuss how on-line stock traders have helped people save money. Learners discuss ways in which companies can make a product or service...
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Sum Problem

For Students 9th - 10th
In this algebra instructional activity, students solve linear equations by playing a sodoku like game on a 9x9 grid containing 81 integers. They find their answers through addition and summation.
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Surface Meteorological Observation System (SMOS)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate local surface weather conditions. They log weather conditions for thirty days, develop a graph, plot cloud cover, and compare/contrast the graphed lines of various weather factors.