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Hershey Chocolate Fractions
In order for learners to acquire knowledge about math concepts, and in particular fractions, they need concrete ways to practice an abstract concept.¿¿¿ Using Hershey bars builds on prior knowledge as most students have probably...
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Exponents
Middle schoolers recognize the proper use of exponents in mathematical expressions. They calculate expressions with the intention of comprehension of the principle of repeated factors can be expressed as powers.
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Exploring Equivalent Fractions
An extensive lesson explores equivalent fractions and is intended for three 60-minute periods. Young mathematicians compare and order fractions with like and unlike denominators. Included are worksheets, assessments, and answer sheets;...
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Number Line: Negative Numbers
In this graphing calculator worksheet for the TI-83 calculator, middle schoolers first observe a demonstration for calculating negative numbers. Next, students use their graphing calculator to answer 6 thoughtful T/F and short answer...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Challenge: Parentheses, Please!
Given a string of numbers and math symbols, learners take the challenge to insert parenthesis in the proper places to reach certain solutions. This is a challenge, indeed, an engaging enrichment for those who need a little more math!
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BMI Calculations
Obesity is a worldwide concern. Using survey results, learners compare local BMI statistics to celebrity BMI statistics. Scholars create box plots of the data, make observations about the shape and spread of the data, and examine the...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Simplifying Radicals – Day 1
It doesn't get simpler than this. Scholars first learn to simplify radicals by determining the prime factors of the radicand. The lesson progresses to simplifying radicals involving algebraic expressions in the radicand.
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Quizlet
Bring your class's study skills into the 21st century with this digital teaching tool. Offering an easy way to create and share customized sets of flash cards with students, parents, and other educators, this resource is a...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Imaginary Numbers? What Do You Mean Imaginary?
Don't worry, this resource actually exists. Scholars learn about imaginary numbers and work on problems simplifying square roots of negative numbers. As an extension, they research the history of imaginary numbers.
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Algebraic Expressions
In this algebra worksheet, mathematicians identify important vocabulary related to solving equations. They create and simplify expressions and solve word problems. There are a total of 10 questions that provide a good review of the first...
Virginia Department of Education
Give or Take a Few
Young mathematicians extend their knowledge of rational numbers on a number line to graph inequalities by first using number cards to compare rational numbers. They finish by using similar reasoning to graph inequalities on a number line.
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Reality Check
Scholars complete the Reality Chech handout that identifies their potential salary given a specific profession. Pupils examine the lifestyle options and choose what they wish to have; however, each item costs money and, depending on how...
Mathematics Vision Project
Module 3: Polynomial Functions
An informative module highlights eight polynomial concepts. Learners work with polynomial functions, expressions, and equations through graphing, simplifying, and solving.
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Addition and Subtraction: 3 Numbers Combination
In this multiple operations math worksheet, students solve 17 problems in which three 2 digit numbers are added and subtracted. Problems are in a horizontal format.
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Dot-to-dot Rock Multiplication
In this dot-to-dot rock multiplication worksheet, 3rd graders solve 12 problems for the facts of 9, then connect the dots in order of the products to reveal the mystery picture.
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Exponents: Expanding
In this exponent worksheet, students expand and calculate exponents. There are 7 questions that have multiple parts and also cover substitution and the order of operations.
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Negative Numbers
In this algebra worksheet, learners review basic division and multiplication concepts to solve problems using order of operation. This worksheet contains 11 multiple choice questions.
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The Year Game: Writing Number Expressions
In this year game worksheet, students write expressions for the counting numbers one through 100 using only digits in the curent year. They do so using only the digits in the current year and using addition, multiplication,...
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Problem Solving: Choose the Operation
In this problem solving worksheet, students complete a set of 5 word problems, choosing the correct operations to complete each. Answers are included on page 2.
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Solving Radical equations
In this math worksheet, students practice simplifying the expressions that use radicals. They are careful to follow the order of operations.
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Solve for the Unknown
In this solving for the unknown worksheet, 11th graders solve 10 different equations that include determining the unknown variable in each one. First, they set up the equations so that the insides are equal to each other. Then, students...
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Placing Parentheses
Learners decide where and when to use parentheses. In this algebra lesson, students use parentheses to clarify a math problems and solve correctly. They use order of operation as they solve problems with integers and variable.
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Associative and Commutative Properties
Seventh graders define the commutative and associate properties and extend commutativity and associativity to objects. They define rational numbers and review the order of operations and multiplying/dividing integers chart. In addition,...
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Simplify Equations
In this simplifying equations learning exercise, students solve 10 different problems that include basic simplifying of various equations. First, they evaluate any parentheses, exponents, multiplication, addition, and/or subtraction...