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Converting Fractions, Decimals and Percents
Young scholars convert between fractions, decimals and percents. In this algebra instructional activity, students reduce and rewrite the same quantity three different ways. They relate percents, decimals and fractions to the real world.
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Money Chart
In this money worksheet, learners fill in the total amount of money for the number of items each student purchased with the item and price of each item given. Students complete 4 problems.
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The Absolute Truth
Students solve problems of inequalities and equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students add, subtract, multiply and divide to solve inequalities. They graph their solutions on a number line.
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Human Fingerprints: No Two the Same
Sixth graders explore scientific observations by analyzing a group of data. In this fingerprint identification lesson, 6th graders identify the reasoning behind fingerprinting and create their own ink fingerprints. Students discuss the...
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Integrating Mathematics into Literature
You class will read Cucumber Soup by Vickie Leigh Krudwig as an anticipatory set for this lesson on ratios. They make models of the insects in the story and then use them as a source of data for this ratio and proportion lesson. This...
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Calculating Perimeter and Area of Polygons
Young scholars discuss strategies for estimating information about various shapes. Once they draw and label four shapes with perimeters of 30 units, they calculate the areas of the figures. To complete the lesson, students offer written...
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Representing Data
Second and third graders answer questions based on data presented to them in graphs. They see how to interpret data from a bar graph, line graph, and a chart.
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Consecutive Integer
Students solve problems with consecutive integers. For this counting lesson, students create formulas for odd and even consecutive integers. They complete a worksheet, homework and work problems on the board.
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Linear Piecewise Functions
Learners explore the concept of piecewise functions. In this piecewise functions lesson, students graph piecewise functions by hand and find the domain and range. Learners make tables of values given a piecewise function. Students write...
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Unit Plan: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
A six-day unit for algebra II on exponential and logarithmic functions builds upon Chapter 12 of Merrill Algebra II with Trigonometry; Applications and Connections. The text provides assistance in the depth of instruction...
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Crafty Fractions
Fourth graders study fractions. In this fractions lesson, 4th graders define fraction-related vocabulary words. Students use beads to study fractions. Students draw shapes to study fraction equivalency and brainstorm fractions they use...
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"Anno's Mysterious Multiplying Jar" by Masaichiro and Mitsumasa Anno
Middle schoolers work with large numbers and recognizing mathematical symbols and the factorial symbol and its meaning.
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"Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
Middle schoolers use estimation skills to calculate distance traveled and then calculate walking rate traveled in MPH.
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Junk Yard Math
Third graders explore the process of place value and subtraction through regrouping and borrowing exercises. Several activities using manipulatives are utilized in the lesson.
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Introduction to Graphical Representation of Data Sets in Connection to Cellular Growth
Learners practice graphing relationships between variables by studying topics such as exponential growth and decay. They conduct a series of numerical experiments using a computer model and a variety of physical experiments using mold,...
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Introduction to Graphical Representation of Data Sets in Connection with Nuclear Decay
Young scholars record data, make observations, and share in experimentation and discussion of numerical experiments.
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Number Sense Sampler
First graders read a variety of stories containing mathematical word problems. They illustrate the math problems with manipulable counters.
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"Math Curse" by Jon Scieszka & Lane Smith
Learners use estimation and measurement skills to make predictions and solve problems involving length.
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Comparing and Ordering Numbers
Students compare, order, and measure objects. In this measurement lesson, students are assessed on their ability to order, compare, and measure objects. This is an assessment only lesson and does not include instruction.
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Bringing Math to Life with Laserdisc Technology
Students explore various problems. They present their final results and explain the path they followed in order to obtain their answers. Students show their written work as well as orally explaining their work.
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Estimation Using Goldfish Crackers: Math
Second graders explore estimation and rounding concepts using goldfish crackers and a song! They solve problems by estimating and rounding numbers and pick numbers within reason to represent certain objects.
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Math: Congruent and Similar Figures
Eighth graders use geo-boards to create similar and congruent figures and find their corresponding sides. Using the geo-board paper, they draw the shapes they create on the geo-boards. With partners,students create similar and congruent...
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Multiplying Decimals Lessons
By using visual aids, and explaining mathematical language students can get a concrete grasp of how to multiply decimals.
Mathematics Vision Project
Module 1: Getting Ready Module
This fabulous resource is a must-have for any algebra teacher's arsenal of lessons. Developing the idea of equations and use of variables from basic physical scenarios, learners gain valuable intuition in the structure and meaning of...