Curated OER
Cross Section and Slope
Students draw cross sections of given contour maps. In this math instructional activity, students interpret the different symbols used in the map. They determine slope and steepness through direct measurement.
Curated OER
Examining Estimation
Second graders participate in various activities which help them explain and explain the difference between an estimate and an exact amount.
Curated OER
Using Negative Numbers
Sixth graders practice using negative numbers by completing number equations. For this math problem solving lesson, 6th graders discuss the different ways negative numbers can be used in a math problem and practice completing...
Curated OER
Unifying Unlike Denominators
Learners play roll of fictional radio disk jockeys. They allocate their daily program time into fractional time slots for the playing of specified catagories of music and commercial advertisements.
Curated OER
Probability
Eighth graders relate real life events with probability. In this probability lesson, 8th graders investigate using coin toss, discuss NBA shooting percentages and MLB batting averages. Students also complete a worksheet.
Curated OER
Pi Digit Distribution
Students study graphing skills and compare and contrast data sets. They compute pi through the first 50-100 digits and create a bar graph showing the frequencies of specific digits.
Curated OER
Cost Comparison
Students take a tour of a produce department in a grocery store. They explore the concepts of money and a budget. They complete problem solving activities and taste different fruits and vegetables.
Goodwill
Gcf Global: Introduction to Fractions
This lesson provides a comprehensive introduction to fractions. Learn about whole numbers, mixed numbers, and reading and writing fractions.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Convert Decimals to Fractions
Learn how to convert decimals to fractions by viewing simple steps and several examples. At the bottom of this page, follow links to more on fractions on decimals: Introduction to Decimals," "Converting Fractions to Decimals,"...
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Introduction to Ratios
What is a ratio? How can we create equivalent ratios? Students work to express and extend relationships using ratios.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids Math: Introduction to Fractions
On this webpage, students can study fractions including the numerator, denominator, equivalent fractions, decimals, and percents.
Lesson Tutor
Lesson Tutor: An Introduction to Decimals
A complete introduction to the decimal system is provided here. Topics included in the discussion/lesson plan are: the meaning of and need for decimals, a place value chart, tips to help remember how and when to move the decimal point,...
AAA Math
Aaa Math: Fractions
A simple introduction to fractions with pictures of fourths and practice games to review the concept.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Coolmath4kids: Fractions
A set of 17 short tutorials on everything to do with fractions. Begins with a basic introduction to what fractions are, and covers topics such as mixed numbers, improper fractions, comparing fractions, simplifying them, and operations...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Lesson Plans: Fractions
Teachers, this is the place to come for fraction lesson plans if you teach elementary students. All the topics have a number of resources available from which to choose.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra I: Extend Geometric Sequences: Negatives & Fractions
Find the next term in a geometric sequence. The problems in this quiz involve relatively difficult calculations. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Fractions Introduction Game
This math game is a basic introduction to fractions. Students analyze the number of highlighted parts of the whole and choose the correct fraction that represents the picture. Their score is recorded.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Dividing Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions Visually
Learn how to divide whole number by unit fractions with visual models. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Write and Compare Probabilities as Fractions, Decimals and Percents
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explains how to represent a probability in the format of fractions, decimals, and percent. Includes a probability problem with a set of sixteen questions, and a...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.ns Running to School, Variation 3
This task provides a simple introduction to the concept of fraction division. Aligns with 6.NS.A.
NumberNut
Number Nut: Breaking Down Fractions
Discover fractions in the world around us in this lesson that also examines how fractions are divided. Detailed examples and pictures presented to explain this concept along with key vocabulary. A brief introduction to problem solving...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Fractions in Our World
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is an Introduction to fractions. Included is a 4 minute video from United Streaming and a Fraction Quiz.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Reducing or Simplifying Fractions
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart introduces how to simplify or reduce a fraction to the lowest terms. Prerequisites include: multiplying fractions, factoring, introduction to the concept of the Greatest Common Factor.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Evaluating Expressions With Two Variables: Fractions and Decimals
Practice evaluating expressions in two variables by plugging in values for the variables. These problems include some fractions and decimals. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch...