Young scholars explore the concepts of Sierpinski's triangle, ratios, and concentrations. In this exploratory lesson, students are given three problems to solve. Young scholars learn about Sierpinski's triangle, how to calculate mpg for...

Student statisticians calculate ratios to determine how many shades of green were mixed by Ms. Baca's art class. They graph the number of blue parts against the number of yellow parts for each combination and discover that some produce...

What if you were paid to attend class? What kind of payment schedule would you choose? Learn how exponential functions will eventually exceed linear functions by comparing two different payment schedules for attending class.

In this limit worksheet, learners find the interval values of given functions. They identify constants, and plot graphs. This three-page worksheet contains approximately 20 problems.

Use statistics to decide if NFL quarterbacks earn their salaries! Learners study correlation coefficients after using technology to calculate regression equations. Through the data, they learn the meaning of correlation and correlation...

In this functions worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 30 various types of multiple choice problems that include reading and interpreting functions and patterns. First, they determine the table that best represents a function....

In this exploring how to collect and organize data worksheet, students, working with a partner, problem solve the answers to seven word problems involving data.

In this multiplication worksheet, students learn to multiply by 2, 5, and 10 using the table of information for the 'Party Favors Package.' Students use the numbers in the problem and locate the numbers in the table and then multiply to...

In this integers and functions worksheet, students solve 6 word problems involving function tables and writing equations to match the story.

Seventh graders translate word problems into numerical expressions. Through guided practice, 7th graders discover how to take the information contained in a word problem and create a numerical expression using variables. They...

Fifth graders devise and use problem solving strategies to solve a post office math problem. They describe what it means for a sequence to carry on infinitely, identify patterns in linear combinations of numbers, and discuss the amounts...

In this designing a square patio worksheet, 10th graders solve 5 different word problems related to designing this patio. First, they use quadrille paper to make a few models such as a patio of side 1 foot. Then, students describe their...

Students make sensible estimates and check for reasonable results. They also solve problems with positive and negative integers using practical activities or models as needed.

Help your sixth graders reach their Common Core math standards by providing them with a checklist of "I can" statements for each standard. As each concept is covered, kids can check it off, as long as they can do what it states. 

A well-designed, comprehensive, and attractive slide show supports direct instruction on how sonar and echolocation work. Contained within the slides are links to interactive websites and instructions for using apps on a mobile device to...

Have your class talk about the importance of the rainforest and the products that come from it. Learners watch a video showing the path of chocolate from the rainforest to the supermarket. They discuss how the rainforest and...

In this math worksheet, students investigate telling time, elapsed time and word problems pertaining to time. Students also convert minutes to hours and hours to days. There are 40 problems on the 3 pages.

Students complete a variety of activities as they examine the ethical issues behind stem cell research and cloning. They make their own ethical decisions on both subjects.

A thorough presentation is chock full of great tips on how to develop mental math skills, add decimals, and reinforce the memorization of multiplication facts. Learners solve a variety of problems, while getting tips along the way. An...

Upper graders identify the major characteristics of a wetland. They explore the human factors that change a wetland and write a descriptive paragraph about wetlands. This comprehensive lesson also has an interactive "Watershed Game"...

In this rates of speed for animals worksheet, 5th graders use the data in the table to solve five word problems about how fast some animals can travel.

Students plan a family game night. In this problem solving lesson plan, students brainstorm games to play, watch a video to help with room arrangement and determine which room arrangement would work best. When all the preparations are...

In this problem solving worksheet, 5th graders look over a table with information relating to 3 items needed at a crafts fair and the cost of each one. Students answer 4 questions with multiple choice answers and 3 short answer questions.

High schoolers solve a problem in a systematic and mathematical way. The use of an equation is applied to a word problem situation. It is necessary that students be familiar with different types of equations.