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Understanding Fractions
Students explore the parts of an orange to develop an understanding of the addition and subtraction of fractions. The concept of representing parts of a whole by dividing an object into smaller pieces is experienced in this hands-on...
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Tessellating Ceiling Tiles
Learners transform polygons. In this tessellating lesson plan, students design a picture containing a translation and a rotation. They create a template of a translation or a rotation. Learners tessellate and decorate a...
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Shifty Shapes
Shape shifters examine and experiment with pattern shapes. In this geometry lesson, they work in groups to name and describe pattern block shapes, and they discover the combinations of shapes that can be placed inside a hexagon.
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The "Art" of Baseball
Students investigate the art of baseball. For this sports lesson, students discuss their thoughts about the sport of baseball and create a baseball word list. Students use pattern blocks and drawing paper to create a...
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Equation of a Circle
Students write the equation of a circle. In this geometry instructional activity, students check the solution of a coordinate pair by evaluating them. They graph the circle given the equation and radius.
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Probability and Geometry
Students explore the ways Geometry can help solve probability problems. Students describe platonic solids and practice calculating probability using an online resource. They construct dice with various numbers of sides to demonstrate...
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Comparing Numbers; Same/Equal; Counting
This worksheet will help visual learners in how to compare numbers. By having candy images on the worksheet itself, your class will enjoy counting and trying to solve the subsequent word problems.
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Finding Area of Similar Figures
Students explore the concept of finding area of similar figures. In this finding area of similar figures lesson, students use pattern blocks to construct similar figures. Students trace their construction and find the area. Students...
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Medieval Money
Students investigate the history of money as it was back then compare to now. In this algebra lesson plan, students analyze the type of money used in medieval times, the value of the currency and the coins used. They make a budget using...
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How many isosceles Triangles Can You Find?
Fifth graders solve problems while examining a variety of isosceles triangles. In this isosceles triangle instructional activity, 5th graders examine shapes to find their characteristics. Students pay particular attention to...
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Naming Fractional Parts of a Whole
Third graders complete a worksheet. In this fractions lesson plan, 3rd graders review fraction vocabulary, use the SmartBoard to divide fractions and complete stations where they work with fractional parts of a whole.
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Area Model of Multiplication
Fifth graders build area models to represent multi-digit multiplication. This lesson plan is not complete, but having pupils learn first through hands-on experiences builds a solid mathematical foundation.
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Tangram Tantrums
Young scholars discuss tangram vocabulary, and act out slide, flip, and turn. They observe tangram puzzles on a web page, and solve their own tangram puzzles.
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Sizing Up Shapes
First graders explore geometric shapes. In this math lesson, 1st graders sort shapes into groups and discuss the characteristics of the shapes. Students build geometric shapes using toothpicks and marshmallows.
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Bears, Bears, and More Bears!
Students learn the different kinds of bears, discover how bears move, andlearn what bears eat. They also explore bear habitats and list the differences between real bears and imaginary or fantasy bears
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Navigation Across the Seas
Young scholars examine nautical navigation and discover the differences between nautical charts and other types of maps or charts. Students practice setting a course, taking a bearing, and dead reckoning. This gives young scholars an...
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Tallies Tell It All
Students explore data collection through the use of tally marks. After a demonstration of the use of tally marks students complete various inquires where they create a chart documenting the number of times a desired result happens. They...
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Even and Odd Numbers
First graders use patterns in order to identify and recognize even and odd numbers.
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Fun With Addition
Students name numbers to 30, use the number keys on the computer, use manipulatives to add, and add numbers in any order. For this addition lesson plan, students learn the language of sum, equals, and a plus sign.
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Addends with Spiffy
Students solve single variable equations. In this missing addend lesson, students solve problems with missing addends. Students create a function box to help study numerical reasoning.
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Fraction Clocks
First graders use a clock to practice telling time and using fractions. They review the different parts of the clock and play a game using time. They help each other with telling time.
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Copy Cat
Pupils examine a Webmath page, and demonstrate how to copy and paste. They create a computer-generated template page presenting the attributes of two- and three- dimensional shapes.
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Fractions: Pie
Learners use a pie (circle) to study fractions. They create their own fraction problems and demonstrate to their classmates how to solve the problems. They discuss ways they use fractions in their daily lives.
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Solving Single-Variable Equations Part II, Simplifying
Seventh graders explore the concept of solving single-variable equations. In this solving single-variable equations lesson, 7th graders discuss how to simplify both sides of an equation. Students discuss using parenthesis and the...