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Cell Energy - Bubbling Yeast

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students identify that yeast are a single celled fungi that are a great model organism for studying respiration in the classroom. They also fill the bulb of a disposable pipet (eyedropper) with yeast, then submerge the pipet in a test...
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Introduction to Measures of Central Tendency and Variability

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners calculate the mean, median, mode, range, and interquartile range for a set of data. They create a box and whisker plot using paper, pencil and technology.
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Introducing Powers and Models

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars 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. Young scholars identify powers and relationships between...
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Scatter Plots

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II worksheet, students create a scatter plot and analyze the data to determine if the data show any type of correlation.  The four page worksheet provides extensive explanation of topic,...
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Solve Percent Problems Using Proportions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore proportions and ratios. In this solving percent problems lesson, students examine percent problems including tax and percent of change.
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Shapes and Introduction to Geometry

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students make a quilt. In this geometry activity, students discuss patchwork quilts and learn some different geometric shapes and patterns that are commonly used. Students explore designs with triangles and squares and then make their...
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How many isosceles Triangles Can You Find?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve problems while examining a variety of isosceles triangles.  In this isosceles triangle lesson, 5th graders examine shapes to find their characteristics.  Students pay particular attention to the...
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100 Patch Geometric Quilts

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students identify geometric patterns in quilts. In this geometry lesson, students view various types of quilts and identify the geometric shapes. Students construct one hundred patch paper quilts using geometric shapes.
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The Magic Pot

For Teachers Pre-K
In this reading comprehension lesson, students use the book "The Magic Pot," to explore many concepts including; story elements, sequencing, and phonics. Students also practice making doubles using coins and "magic pots." This very...
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Medieval Money

For Teachers 9th - 12th
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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Draw a Diagram

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students draw diagrams to help them solve word problems. In this geometry instructional activity, students follow step by step directions to set up a word problem and solve it. They write a paper on their prefer rules or strategies.
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Areas and Volumes

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders calculate the area and the volumes of polygons. In this geometry lesson, 10th graders review the formulas used to solve for the area and volume and explain to the class how they arrived at their answer. They search online...
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Fraction Fun

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students define properties of fractions and solve for them. In this algebra instructional activity, students rewrite fractions from mixed numbers to improper fractions. They reduce fractions using the GCF and convert the denominators...
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Polydron Fun

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate nets as they relate to volume and area. For this geometry lesson, students use nets as a visual to deepen their understanding of surface area and volume of objects. They make conjectures about different objects and...
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Why Doesn't SSA Work?

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the relationship between angles and their sides. In this geometry lesson, students prove why SSA does not work as a true angle side relationship theorem.
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Naming Fractional Parts of a Whole

For Teachers 3rd Standards
Third graders complete a worksheet.  In this fractions lesson, 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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Decimals in the Dugout

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students investigate place value and decimals during baseball related activities. For this place value lesson, students explore place value with decimals. Resources are included.
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Transforming Snoopy Using Coordinates

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students graph coordinate points to create a picture of Snoopy. In this coordinate point lesson, students read a book and learn about Rene Descartes' invention, the coordinate grid.  Students graph a surprise picture on...
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Basic Right Triangles

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Elementary schoolers examine the attributes of triangles. In this triangle activity, learners compare regular triangles and right triangles. They explore vertices and angles and investigate obtuse and acute angles. Pupils draw multiple...
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Area Model of Multiplication

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Fifth graders build area models to represent multi-digit multiplication. This lesson is not complete, but having pupils learn first through hands-on experiences builds a solid mathematical foundation.
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Learning About Ratios: A Sandwich Study

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students gain a concrete introduction to the concept of ratios. They demonstrate the ability to create ratios using peanut butter and jelly. They, in groups, construct 6 different sandwiches using different amounts of each food.
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What are Fractals?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Middle and high schoolers identify and analyze fractals and research information using the Internet to locate information about them. They look at fractals in relation to nature and other real world situations. Pupils create several...
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Genetics: Who are you?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Study, manipulate, and research genetic traits. Discuss how genetic traits are passed from one generation to another. Classmates explore how they look like their parents and debate whether or not they can do anything about it? They...
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Pretty Patterns

For Teachers K
Students discuss shape and number patterns and play a game practicing completing patterns. Then they rotate through five workstations that reinforce the concept of patterning.

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