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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Book 2, Grade 5 2009
For this 5th grade math standardized test practice worksheet, students solve 8 multiple-step open-ended math problems based on New York academic standards.
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Design a Track
Learners investigate track and field dimensions, measure an actual track, and construct a scale model. The use of a meter stick, dimensional analysis, and the application of the distributive property to variables forms the main focus of...
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Ice is N"ICE"!!
Students observe and describe, both orally and in writing. the different forms of water on the surface of the Earth and measure the approximate size of an iceberg. They also estimate and measure the amount of ice that floats above the...
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Collecting Data and Graphing
Students practice collecting and graphing data using interlocking cubes. In this graphing instructional activity, partners count cubes and graph them. They also use a meter stick to measure arm span and height then compare the results...
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Spud Stuff
Student culminate a unit on potatoes. In this potato lesson, young scholars make a booklet using the information acquired throughout a unit. They draw a picture of their potato, name it, measure it in inches, count its eyes, weigh their...
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Strange Paths
In this measurement worksheet, learners use a ruler to measure two paths that are not straight. Students answer 3 questions about their results.
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Similar Polygons and Circles
In these similar polygons and circles worksheets, students complete 15 questions including 9 word problems regarding similar polygons. Students then complete 15 questions including 1 word problem involving circumference, area, and arc...
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Typhoon Project
Young scholars graph and outline the path of a typhoon. In this algebra lesson, students measure the path of the typhoon and create a graph with their data. They analyze the data and make predictions.
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TOPSY TURVY MAPS
Eighth graders use the data analyzer and motion detector to collect data and measure distances. They create topographic maps drawn to scale of a given setup and relate the concepts to the creation of historical ocean maps.
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Neat Feet
Students view a video and discuss different kinds of feet found in the animal kingdom. They make prints using paint, rubber stamps and their own feet and then measure and compare the tracks.
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Shaquille O'Neal Hand/Foot Span
Eighth graders measure foot length and hand span in this experiment to determine the ratio. They apply the ratio to determine Shaquille O'Neal's hand span if given his shoe size.
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Collision Course
Students measure the speed of moving marbles and use the results to calculate velocity and momentum. They analyze the events preceding a Japanese train crash.
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Don't Burst My Bubble
Students practice using measuring techniques by examining bubbles. For this geometry lesson, students utilize mathematic formulas to discover the circumference and diameter of soap bubbles they blow. Students practice...
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Physics Lab Rockets
Students construct and test balloon rockets and a model rocket. In this rocket science lesson, students use an inquiry-based method to master balloon rockets and have a shoot-off with the goal of attaining the highest altitude. Next,...
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Economics and emissions
Eighth graders produce a manufactured good and monitor energy consumption. In this Math instructional activity, 8th graders practice their basic math and accounting skills. Students participate in a business simulation.
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Understanding Pi.
Students study the relationship between circumference and diameter to come up with Pi. "In this pi instructional activity, students measure, record and find the ratio "circumference/diameter" and their average which is an approximation...
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Book 2, Grade 5 2008
In this 5th grade math standardized test practice worksheet, students solve 18 multiple-step open-ended math problems based on New York academic standards.
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Ridgerunner
Students jog at the beginning of the class while learning about the Appalachian Trail. They integrate math into the lesson by adding up how many miles they have run, and comparing it to distances on a real trail map.
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Fun With Fractals
Students use fractals to analyze nature. In this geometry instructional activity, students work in groups using technology and math to communicate. They identify where in the real world fractal can be seen.
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Be a "Peder-Reader" - A Discovery Activity
Students investigate millipedes. In this math and physics lesson plan, students examine the millipede's physical structure and characteristics by observing its behavior in given activities. Pupils will hypothesize whether they think the...
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Search and Rescue Project
Students create a search and rescue party. In this geometry instructional activity, students simulate a rescue operation using math. They calculate the time, rate and solve word problems related to the real world.
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Mathematics Test Book 2 for Grade 4
In this mathematics test book 2 for grade 4 worksheet, 4th graders answer nine questions in standardized test format about measurement, subtraction and number patterns.
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Designing a Fort
Students explore the concept of right triangles. In this right triangle lesson, students construct a scale model of a tourist attraction similar to Fort Jefferson. Students research aerial photos of Fort Jefferson, then build their...
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Proving Triangles Congruent
Students examine Triangle Congruency. In this measurement comparison activity, students use inductive, deductive and analytical thinking skills to prove triangle congruency. Students analyze and record their findings on activity worksheets.