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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Adding Common Fractions

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders estimate various measurements. In this lesson on measurement, 4th graders estimate the length and mass of multiple objects. Students discuss the difference between a guess and a reasonable estimate and discuss using...
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Introduction to Fractions

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders break into groups having 10 come to the front and figure out the fraction of students are wearing jeans, glasses, have brown hair, etc. They write the fraction together. Each student then makes a picture and be able to...
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Bon Voyage Math

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate the cost of throwing a party.  In this cost of throwing a party instructional activity, 6th graders have to throw a going away party for 2 exchange students given a $350 budget.  Students work in...
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Operations with Radicals

For Students 9th
In this operations with radicals worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 26 different types of problems. First, they simplify each radical expression by factoring. Then, students express each radical expression in simplest radical...
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Rational Inequalities

For Students 9th
In this rational inequalities worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that contain rational inequalities in each. First, they find the zeros from the numerator and the undefined points from the denominator. Then, students use...
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Mud Pies

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars determine how fractions relate to whole numbers. They determine the relationship among different fractions and order fractions from least to greatest. They determine how the viscosity of mud can be varied to affect its...
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners add or subtract fraction parts of mixed numbers before adding or subtracting the whole number parts. In this fractions lesson plan, students learn to use a ruler to help them add and subtract fractions with like denominators.
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Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions

For Students 8th - 9th
In this rational expressions worksheet, learners solve and complete 20 different problems that include multiplying and dividing rational expressions. First, they multiply or divide to simplify each result. Then, students factor the...
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Human Number Line

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils compare different types of numbers. Each student is given a flashcard containing a decimal, percent, fraction or integer. Teams of students compete, in silence, to determine who can line up in numerical order correctly. They...
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Introduction to Decimals

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this math worksheet, pupils are introduced to decimals by first studying pattern blocks showing a number with tens, ones and tenths. Students locate decimals on number lines and rulers and shade decimal pictures. Pupils compare...
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Fraction Circles

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders receive a fraction circle and show how each different part makes a whole. Students compare the different fractions that make up a whole. Students choose 2 fractions which are inside a bucket and they compare them both...
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Fraction of a Number

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore how to multiply fractions using color tiles. They use the appropriate strategies for the multiplication of fractions. Students use 40 color tiles to practice multiplying fractions. They practice using various fractions...
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Racing Against Time

For Students 7th - 10th
In this fractions instructional activity, students complete a chart where they record fractions of minutes interpreted by seconds of how fast athletes were. Students complete 8 spots in the chart and 3 questions.
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Rational Numbers

For Students 7th - 8th
In this rational numbers worksheet, students solve and complete 15 different problems that include comparing and ordering various rational numbers. First, they fill in each blank with the correct symbol to make the sentence true. Then,...
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Constructing My Sundae

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders investigate concepts related to fractions. This includes adding, subtracting, and reducing. There is a creative worksheet that has them creating their own ice cream sundaes using fractions.
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"Using Manipulatives and/or Technology to Solve Math Problems" by Cooking Dinner

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore math functions by preparing a meal. In this food measurement lesson, students examine a recipe for a meal and alter the size of the recipe based upon the amount of servings needed. Students utilize manipulatives to...
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Integrating Functions

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students find the answers to the functions that includes integration and trigonometry. They use the examples for help with the special functions.
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Understanding Percent as a Special Fraction

For Teachers 5th
In the understanding percent as a special fraction worksheet, 5th graders use computer software for instruction, then answer ten questions about percents and fractions.
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M&M's

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students use M&M candies to show fractions, percents, and ratios. Individually, they complete a worksheet using their candies and solving equations of greater than or less than. They review their answers and strategies used as a...
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Find Probability

For Students 4th
In this probability instructional activity, 4th graders answer 6 word problems using a tally chart that contains the results of rolling a dice that has the names of western states on it. They find the median, write fractions that show...
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Transformation

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate symmetry by reflecting objects in different angles. In this geometrical transformation lesson, 3rd graders define the terms translation, rotation and reflection in order to physically turn geometric...
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Coin Content

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students calculate ancient Greek coin values as compared to their weight, equivalence in grain, and determine their worth today. They explain how to calculate fractions of a given weight and how to use decimal numbers.
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Virginia Department of Education

Give or Take a Few

For Teachers 6th Standards
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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Fra-Per-Dec

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concept of ordering fractions and finding equivalent fractions. For this ordering fractions and finding equivalent fractions lesson, students play a card game where students must collect 5 cards with equivalent...