Upper elementary and middle school learners explore number sense by completing a list of multiplication problems in class. Learners discuss the difference between whole numbers and decimals while solving multiplication problems. They...

Place value to the millions is the focus of this math lesson. Third and fourth graders investigate multiple ways to represent a number. They examine place value while studying factual information about Pablo Picasso. Resources are provided.

In this word problems worksheet, learners read and problem solve nine  mathematical word problems involving grids, measurement, compensation and angles.

The class uses pictures of Nick's sticker sets to count and add the number groups of stickers in each set. The image of Nick's sticker sets would also be a good way to represent part/whole for setting up rational for fractions.

How can art represent math? Use a lesson on place value collages to illustrate the different meanings that numbers have in their designated places. Kids observe photographs and paintings that show place value, then work on their own.

Students practice rhythms and fractions on African drums in this Music instructional activity mixing Math skills and music notation. The instructional activity also includes ideas for assessment and state and national benchmarks met.

Children explore fractions on a conceptual level by making individual quilt squares. Each student works with small paper swatches to divide them into pieces that represent a given fraction. The class is then separated into groups and...

Young mathematicians explore number values by utilizing food as a visual aide. They discuss the differences between halves, fourths, and eighths and how they are visually represented by a pizza. Then create their own pizza in class and...

Fourth graders study math and the golden mean. In this math meets Greek history lesson, 4th graders study ratios and proportions in relation to the Greeks. The use of clay is incorporated ino this lesson. 

Learners practice identifying quantities of items and materials using numbers.  In this counting lesson, students read The Gummi Bear Counting Book by Lindley Boegehold, and utilize a bag of gummy bears as a counting tool....

Integrate art, math, life science, music, and fun in this beginning addition and subtraction activity. Children kinesthetically represent adding and subtracting numbers to 10; they stand up one at a time as you count forward and sit down...

Scholars explore graphing. They will listen to and sing "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and estimate how many gifts were mentioned in the song. Then complete a data chart representing each gift given in the song. They also construct...

I always knew there was a connection between art and math, and this lesson proves it. Fifth graders will use what they know about ratios and percents to design art inspired by Polynesian kapa cloth. A grid, specific guidelines, and the...

Explore mathematics by analyzing images. As they view pictures on the SMART Board, individuals must write corresponding algebraic equations. They utilize models to visualize the math expressions.

Students explore number sense by creating a math presentation in class. In this parts of a whole activity, students define and discuss the relationship between fractions, decimals and percentages before completing a problem worksheet in...

Students exercise the basic use of numbers in their everyday lives. In this numerical exercise, students discover the many ways numbers are used in everyday life. The students draw pictures showing examples of a time they have used...

Learners utilize peanuts to practice fractions.  In this math model instructional activity, students solve multiplication problems and fractions with real peanuts.  Learners use drawing software to graph data from the math...

Students practice counting sets of objects and numerals.  In this numerical identification lesson, students listen to the story, Bears Wears Buttons, and participate in a flash card activity where students must place buttons on...

Students practice memorizing the seven days of the week and keeping them in order.  In this calendar lesson, students read aloud the book Today is Monday by Eric Carle, and create their own calendar style book using educational...

Practice using different ways to express a single pattern. The class uses concrete, pictorial, and numerical modes to represent patterns found in a simple rhyme. They will move their bodies, use body percussion, draw, and use numbers to...

Fourth graders practice ordering fractions using models and drawings.  In this math model activity, 4th graders utilize colored blocks and drawings to show an equal representation of given fractions.  Students compare and...

In this know your fractions worksheet, students practice drawing a line from the portion of eight shapes to the appropriate fraction or whole number.

Second graders explore number values by completing number sentences. In this math functions lesson, 2nd graders identify whole numbers by using a visual aide and practice filling in the blank in number sentences. Students utilize their...

Students explore mathematics by participating in a group activity. In this number value lesson, students identify the uses for decimals and how to best estimate whole numbers based on decimals and fractions. Students collaborate with...