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Pythagoreum Theorem

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers practice assessing how to apply the formulas for the area of parallelograms and triangles. They recount the contributions of Pythagoras and apply the theories of the Pythagorean theorem in a group project to calculate...
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Arcs and Sectors

For Students 10th
In this arcs and sectors learning exercise, 10th graders solve and complete 2 different types of problems. First, they find the radius of a circle with a given circumference. Then, students find the perimeter of the given sector and the...
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A Polynomial Quilt

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders create polynomial quilts. In this polynomials lesson plan, 10th graders use concrete models, such as construction paper, to create various shapes described. Students use the FOIL method to multiply terms and to get a square...
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Geometry Review

For Students 9th - 11th
For this geometry worksheet, students calculate the perimeter of different polygons given the sides. They also calculate the area of the shapes. There are 8 questions with an answer key.
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Exploring Power-Law Functions Using WISE Data!

For Students 11th - 12th
In this power-law functions worksheet, students solve 3 problems using data from the Wide-field Infrared Survey Experiment in the constellation Carina. Students use a photograph to determine the number of stars as bright as the brightest...
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How Many Stars are in the Sky?

For Students 10th - 12th
In this star count activity, students solve three problems using a given polynomial and its logarithm to determine the number of stars in a given area.
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Make This Week's Lessons Pop(corn)!

For Teachers K - 7th
Students create popcorn timelines, maps, and graphs; do popcorn science and math; explore popcorn history and nutrition; and munch leftover popcorn snacks too!,
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Geometry and Tony Smith Sculpture

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars respond to Tony Smith's sculpture as art and brainstorm about math concepts inherent in his work. They create a sculpture with polyhedra nets, calculate the cost of covering sculpture in gold, and write an exhibit label...
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Mr. Lincoln's Hat

For Teachers K - 5th
Bring out the inner artist with this Abraham Lincoln lesson plan. Elementary students work on a home project creating a hat similar to Abraham Lincoln's hat. They will use geometry and measurement to create the scale of the hat, then...
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Recognize, create and Record Simple Repeating Patterns

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students analyze, create, and record repeating patterns. In this geometry lesson, students create shapes using patterns and keep track of the different shapes. They incorporate transformation and reflections into their patterns.
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Polyhedra

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students analyze convex polyhedra through hands on methods. In this geometrical shapes lesson, students construct paper models of convex polyhedra and identify the different properties including the number of sides, faces and edges.
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Measuring Angles & Segments

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students view a PowerPoint for a warm-up lesson. They practice measuring around the classroom, measuring such things as the length and width of a desk, pencil, door, and book. Students use a website to practice measuring angles.
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Geometry and Quilting

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students create a quilt square for a class quilt using at least three, two-dimensional geometric figures. They research and write a brief description of at least two different quilt patterns that they find. Pupils discuss that quilts are...
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Calculating Volumes

For Students 10th - 11th
In this geometry worksheet, students, calculate the volume given the sides of the shapes. There are 6 questions dealing with volumes.
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Napolean Triangle

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate the Napoleon triangle theory. In this polygon lesson, students  differentiate between the boundary points, interior and lattice point of a polygon. They apply concepts of equilateral triangles to solve...
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Long Train: 101 Cars on the Track Lesson Plan

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students practice counting, measuring, and predicting. In this early childhood lesson plan, students identify numbers 1-101, rhyming words, and repetitive words using Long Train by Sam Williams. Students build their recall skills by...
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Piece by Piece

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students study quilts. In this history/geometry quilt lesson, students discover the history behind quilt making and get a chance to make quilt blocks of their own. They work independently to make a quilt block out of construction paper...
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New York State Testing Program

For Students 8th
In this math review worksheet, 8th graders solve problems in preparation for the 8th grade final exam. There are 27 questions.
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Jelly Bean's Galore

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students investigate the origins of the Jelly Bean. They complete a Scavenger Hunt using the jellybean website. Pupils create a bar graph using information collected about jelly beans. Students discuss the time of year that Jelly Beans...
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Building My Dream House

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students create their dream house using a spreadsheet for measurements. In this measurements and drawings lesson, students apply concepts of units and conversions as they build and create different shapes. They use Google Sketch-up...
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Black Holes...V

For Students 9th - 12th
In this black hole worksheet, students read about the black hole in the center of the Milky Way Galaxy called Sagittarius A and observe a Chandra image of the area where the black hole exists. Students solve two problems which include...
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Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students explore the concept of multiplying polynomials. In this multiplying polynomials lesson, students watch a video clip about basic math skills. Students work in groups on an exploration about why a binomial squared equals a perfect...
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Volume of Spheres

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students find the volume of spheres. In this geometry instructional activity, students measure and derive the formula for each shape and solid. They use the correct terminology and units when solving these problems.
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Math: Finding Surface Area

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders engage in hands-on activities to determine the surface areas of various objects. Using boxes, they cut them so they can lay flat and measure all the various shapes, which can be calculated and added together to equal the...