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Math Lesson Study Plan

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders find missing addends by solving math word problems. In this missing addend lesson, 2nd graders work in a whole group setting to find the missing addends in word problems before using the strategies to work independently....
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"Photograph Math" Word Problems

For Teachers K - 12th
Students create a photograph that illustrates one of the ways in which they use math. In this math and visual arts lesson plan, students write their own real-life word problems to accompany the photo.
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Grid and Percent It

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore percent. In this percent lesson, students investigate how to represent percentages on a hundreds grid. Working independently, students solve mathematical problems involving percentages.
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Algebra Flashcard Fun

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders practice pre-algebra and algebra skills by solving and entering the correct answers.
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Quickies

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math problem solving worksheet, students answer 5 problems in 10 minutes. The problems include a variety of questions that could be solved by students who have had geometry and algebra.
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Multicultural Math Project

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine where mathematics came from. In this Math History lesson, 6th graders complete various activities to understand mathematical reasoning. Students complete critical thinking questions.
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Grandpa's Chocolates

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
It's fun playing a game of "Guess What's in the Jacket Pocket?" Students read the question using the concept of doubles using mental math. They then share their solutions with the class.
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Gifts from Grandma, Variation 1

For Teachers 3rd Standards
Composed of three word problems, this math activity exposes young mathematicians to relationships present in multiplication and division. The first problem is most useful with a tape diagram in which learners are working with equal-sized...
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Math Prefixes

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars use a dictionary to gather appropriate information for writing simple definitions. They recognize prefixes that relate to numbers, such as mono-, bi-, and tri-. Pupils use their creative abilities to extrapolate new words...
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Division Drag Race Board Game

For Teachers 4th - 6th
This clevel lesson has learners design a math game board with rules. They create unique drag-race cars using problem-solving skills, plus modeling and painting techniques. They solve division problems with remainders to play a...
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Not So Snappy 9 Word Problems

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this math worksheet, students practice solving word problems which require them to make a list or work backwards to find the solution. Students read and solve 5 word problems.
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Flying with Pythagoras

For Teachers 7th - 10th
A lengthy narrative about Pythagoras and his students precedes an activity in which your young mathematicians practice using the Pythagorean theorem to solve three problems about flight and distance. Answers are provided. 
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Spotting Trains & Planes

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students engage in an international pastime that entails reading and interpreting train, subway, or airline schedules from a selected city. They create and problem solve design of a math game using timetables. Students use their math...
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
High schoolers listen to a lecture and complete a number of problems as they go. There are a variety of examples given and they are guided through the problem solving steps for each of the real-world scenarios regarding the purpose of...
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Spin Your Number Wheels!

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students measure and problem solve to fabricate a multi-step, interactive math-learning tool. They calculate correct number bonds (equations) while using their number wheels. Students comprehend that addition and subtraction are inverse...
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 6th - 8th
MIddle schoolers use the distributive property to combine terms in six expressions. They write nine expressions in simplest form. Middle schoolers perform one mental math problem, describing how they would solve the multiplication mentally.
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More Physical Education in 2002 #152

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Challenge your class with this problem-solving experience. Learners design a way to add more periods of physical education in the school week without building more gyms. Then, fifth and sixth graders make a list of ideas and choose one....
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Jessica's Aquarium

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use problem solving strategies to determine the amount of gravel needed to fill the bottom of an aquarium that is 50 cm long, 20 cm wide, and 30 cm high. Students use centimeter cubes and brainstorm strategies they might...
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Virtual Field Trip

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Are we there yet?  Young trip planners learn about their state and plan a trip. They will select sites to see in three cities in their state, and record associated costs in a spreadsheet. While this was originally designed as a...
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Dragon Boat Teamwork Action Card

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students gather information about the Dragon Boats teams and races. They discuss what makes a winning combination for rowing teams and apply conclusions to their lives. They then problem solve fabrication of an animated dragon boat replica.
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Way to Go Bananas

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore bananas. In this interdisciplinary lesson plan, 5th graders discover the dietary benefits of bananas, complete a fruits word search, write banana myths, research banana recipes, and use their problem solving skills...
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Tables of Equivalent Ratios

For Teachers 6th Standards
Don't table the discussion on equivalent ratios — do it now! Scholars create tables of equivalent ratios to represent contextual problems. Pupils go on to use the tables to answer questions within the context. The instructional activity...
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From Ratio Tables to Equations Using the Value of a Ratio

For Teachers 6th Standards
Use the value of a ratio to set up equations. The teacher leads a discussion on determining equations from ratio tables in the 13th portion of a 29-part series. Pupils determine which of two equations to use to find the solution....
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Math Class

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young analysts use real (provided) data from a class's test scores to practice using statistical tools. Not only do learners calculate measures of center and spread (including mean, median, deviation, and IQ range), but...

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