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Lots of Squares

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students work in pairs, to make a square on the geoboards with a rubber band (or draw one on the dot paper). It can be any size and in any location and share their answers with the class.
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Area of Quadrilaterals

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this math worksheet, students read an informative chart about how to find the area of quadrilaterals. Students then answer 6 questions in which the area of quadrilaterals is calculated.
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Patterns

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students analyze problem solving techniques for equations with variables by playing a game called "Smackdown". They place variable cards on a grid and use the area model to calculate an answer after spinning a game piece to determine the...
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The Histogram

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II learning exercise, students construct and analyze histograms to develop a visual impression of the distributions of data.  The two page learning exercise contains five problems.  Answer key is...
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Slither Link

For Students 8th - 10th
In this math puzzle worksheet, students draw one continuous loop through the dots on a grid. Some areas contain a number indicating how many lines may pass by that cell.
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Graphing Coordinates

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders practice graphing coordinates. In this geometry instructional activity, they use the x and y axis to locate points that must be connected in the right sequence to form a straight line.
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Finding Perimeter and Area

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders understand the perimeter by units and now find perimeter by addition. In this perimeter lesson, 3rd graders relate their prior knowledge to adding the sides of the perimeter by answering a series of questions.
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Transformations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders discover transformations. In this graphing lesson plan, 6th graders explore visual examples of plotting transformations as they review translations, rotations, and reflections. Students also practice solving problems that...
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Robot Area

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students calculate the area of different polygons. In this geometry lesson, students explore polygons based in their shape and number of sides. They find the formula for the area and use each specific formula for each shape.
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Bar Graph: Vacation Fun

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this bar graph worksheet, students use a bar graph showing pictures taken on a vacation to complete 6 related questions. Answers are included on page 2. 
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Introduction to Slope Fields

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students plot slope fields. In this introduction to slope fields lesson, students plot 12 slope fields for given differential equations.
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Adjusting the Quotient

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders use number facts to estimate quotients. In this division instructional activity, 4th graders examine long division problems to determine which multiple of ten will help them determine a number that is close to a quotient....
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Using Square Tiles to Investigate Numbers

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders model and distinguish between prime and composite numbers. Students are paired up with another classmate to complete this lesson. Students are assigned different numbers to work with, they use square tiles to form as many...
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Line Symmetry

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders identify line symmetry. In this geometry lesson, 4th graders are given various pictures and identify if they are symmetrical. Students search through magazines for symmetrical pictures.
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How are we Related?

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students differentiate functions based on their domain and range. In this algebra instructional activity, students define function, domain, range and relation. They analyze graphs and coordinate pairs for input and output values making...
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Shape and Space: Transformations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore transformations.  In this mathematical transformations instructional activity, students define quadrilaterals, convert centimeters to meters, and complete a transformations worksheet.
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Vectors

For Students 11th - 12th
In this Pre-calculus activity, students solve problems designed to help students develop a geometric visualization of vectors. The three page activity contains six multi-part questions. Answers are...
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Model Division: Reteach

For Students 4th - 5th
In this division with models worksheet, students review two steps to help them divide with fractions. Students then match each question with the correct model and complete the division sentence. Students then complete each division and...
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Hands On: Area of Triangles

For Students 5th - 7th
In this area of triangles practice activity, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Range and Mode

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders interpret data. In this mode and range instructional activity, 5th graders define mode and range and practice finding them given a set of data.
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Pythagoreum Theorem

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students 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 the...
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Shapes (Geometric)

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore geometric shapes. In this activity about geometry, 2nd graders create their own vest using geometric shapes. Students work with a partner and fit their partner for the vest they design. Students understand...
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Introducing Powers and Models

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners construct two dimensional models to illustrate squared numbers. In this geometry lesson, students use graph paper and an x/y axis to build squares exponentially. Learners identify powers and relationships between various figures...
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Perimeter Patterns

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders calculate perimeter of rectangles with different dimensions.  In this perimeter lesson, 6th graders define length, width and perimeter.  Students complete a perimeter activity using a web tool to change the...