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Time

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students make a sundial. For this time lesson, students determine the time of the day by creating a sundial. They check the time on the sundial, hourly, for one week. Afterward, they explore what happened to the shadows in reference to...
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Pythagorean Theorem and Triangles

For Students 11th
In this geometry worksheet, 11th graders solve problems with right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem. They find the missing angle or missing side. There are 15 questions with an answer key.
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Triangles

For Students 10th
In this triangles worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 22 different problems related to various types of triangles. First, they name the shortest and longest sides and the smallest and largest angles in each of triangles...
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Getting the Point!

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore the American cattle industry history. In this United States history and reading comprehension cross curriculum lesson, students read an article about the history of longhorn cattle, then answer comprehension questions on...
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Creeping Sheets of Ice

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners conduct scientific investigation in which they observe glacial effects on landscape, develop and explain their own theories of how glaciers change land, and demonstrate understanding and explain basic motion and force principles.
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Cars on the Curve

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders, using two dice, participate in a car race game called Cars on the Curve. They predict which car wins the game and records it in their Data Diary.
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Pent-up Pentominoes

For Teachers 1st
Students explore pentominoes in this activity. They build shapes as directed and color the tiles on their grid sheet.
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Simplifying Ratios

For Students 10th
In this simplifying ratios worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 24 various types of problems. First, they complete each ratio and reduce when necessary. Then, students find the length and width of each rectangle described. They...
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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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Multiplying Polynomials

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

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders construct a bar graph comparing local precipitation to that of the Yucatan. In this graphing lesson, 2nd graders will use conversions and problem solving strategies.
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Mixed Number Nails

For Students 4th - 6th
In this mixed numbers activity, students fill in a mixed number chart about the length of nails. Students complete this for 9 different lengths of nails. Students measure each nail.
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Measurement: Finding Areas of Rectangles

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Pupils construct the formula for the area of a rectangle.
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Problem-Solving Strategy: Write an Equation

For Students 6th - 8th
In this problem solving strategy worksheet, students practice writing equations as they respond to 4 questions that enable them to solve 2 word problems.
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Problem-Solving Application: Use Formulas: Practice

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this formula instructional activity, students use formulas to solve 5 word problems, showing their work. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Medieval Millions

For Teachers 5th
This PowerPoint enables students to review mathematical concepts that were addressed in fifth grade. This is an interactive review game where the class is divided into two teams. The team that answers the most questions right wins. Each...
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Algebra 2/Trigonometry Regents Exam

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students review for the Regents Exam. In this math lesson, students review core concept for the Regents exam by working a variety of problems. A printable worksheet is provided.
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Is There Room?

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students calculate the area of different polygons. In this geometry instructional activity, students draw shapes using different scale factors. They calculate and make sure there is enough room for te soccer arena through their...
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Pythagorean Theorem for Algebra I

For Students 8th - 9th
In this Pythagorean theorem for algebra I instructional activity, students answer 10 problems finding the missing side of a right triangle using the Pythagorean theorem.
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Exact or Estimation

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve problems using estimation and exact calculations. In this algebra lesson plan, students use gum balls and thread to create hands on manipulatives to solve problems. They calculate the average of their total data.
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Calculating Volume in the Forest

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders use their knowledge of calculating the volume of cylinders to calculate the volume of trees. For this volume lesson plan, 8th graders identify why calculating the volume of cylinders would be valuable to a forester.
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What's Its Slope

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the slope of a lines.In this algebra lesson, students define the  meaning of slope and write an equation given the slope. They graph linear functions using the slope and y-intercept.
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Where In the World Are We?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read postcards and find their locations on maps. They use the pictures and text on the postcards to write about imaginary vacations. They compute the mileage and compare it to TripMaker data.
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The Transformer

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders practice measuring different objects in inches. Individually, they estimate the length of the same object in centimeters and then calculate the actual length. They compare and contrast their estimate to the actual length...