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An Introduction to Polynomial Functions
In this introduction to polynomial function worksheet, students classify, state the degree, find the intercepts, and evaluate polynomial functions. Six of the problems are true/false problems and thirty-eight and free-response problem...
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Number: Rounding Off and Approximating
Young mathematicians access a website that leads them through three activities that enable them to practice their rounding and estimation skills when it comes to numbers and math word problems. There is also a very good worksheet...
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Quadrilateral Clues
Fourth and fifth graders work in pairs explore quadrilaterals. In this problem-solving lesson, learners participate in hands-on activities that require them to identify, describe, compare, and classify quadrilaterals. This is meant...
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The Power of One - Math in a Different Angle
In this 2-day lesson focused on exponents, middle schoolers will cross the curriculum by engaging in science, history and language arts activities. Exponential growth will be explored using grains of rice on a chess board. Exponential...
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Writing and Solving Equations
Fifth graders identify specific words in a sentence to solve the correct operation and write equations. In this writing equations lesson, 5th graders follow the teacher through several word problems on an overhead projector and isolate...
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1st Grade Problem Solvers
First graders investigate, represent and solve problems using number facts, operations, and their properties. They solve on-step addition and subtraction number sentences and word problems using concrete materials. Students construct...
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Math Activity: "Snake"
Fourth graders explore patterns by participating in a class math activity. In this early algebra lesson, 4th graders utilize a die and chart to keep record of a snake game in which students must utilize a math function to solve a problem...
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Problem-Solving Strategy: Act It Out
In this mathematics worksheet, 1st graders identify what time the concert starts and ends. Then they use a clock to act out the time and draw the hands on the clock to show when the concert will be over.
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Scientific Notation
Students solve mathematical equations involving scientific notation. In this scientific notation lesson, students collaborate in small groups discovering proper problem solving strategies.
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Real-World Reasonableness
Fifth graders apply math to real-world situations. In this mathematics lesson, 5th graders are read the book, "Math Curse," which discusses ways in which math is used each day. Students then write a sequel to the book in groups,...
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The Tipping Point
Students rewrite word problems and solve using math. In this word problem lesson plan, students gather data and observe the data. They relate this process to the scientific method and math. They review their data to be able to answer...
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Ravishing Rings (Multiplication with a Snack)
Students understand multiplication through the use of snack manipulatives. In this multiplication lesson plan, students solve a multiplication problem using pretzels and then create and answer original problems. Students analyze how they...
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Nutty for Nutrition
Students create a PowerPoint presentation detailing daily intake of nutrients. In this nutty for nutrition lesson, groups of students conduct Internet research to determine what type of nutrients should be consumed on a daily basis. ...
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The Secret Exchange
Students solve word problems involving money. For this algebra lesson, students solve online interactive word problems. They answer the question and submit to get an immediate feedback.
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Guest Teacher Plans: Grade 3
Always be prepared for a substitute teacher with a daily plan equipped with an assortment of activities that cover third grade math, reading, word work, and writing.
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Dino-Myte Spreadsheet
Do your learners like dinosaurs and theme parks? An ambitious lesson invites learners to put together a plan for supplying dinosaurs for a new theme park. Pupils work together in groups to come up with their plan, which must include a...
Illustrative Mathematics
Guess My Number
Make a game out of solving equations. This particular activity works well for pairs of learners. Follow the instructions to have player one pick a number and player two verbally give an equation. Participants need to make sense of a...
Illustrative Mathematics
Running to School
The object of this activity is to compute how far Rosa ran to school. Given in the exercise is the fractional number of miles between home and school and the fractional distance Rosa ran. The commentary shows several ways to have your...
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Complementary and Supplementary Angles
Connect algebraic and geometric concepts to solve problems. The first instructional activity in the 29-part series examines complementary and supplementary angle relationships. Scholars write equations to represent the relationships and...
Willow Tree
Equations of a Line
Each form of a linear equation has its purpose — pupils just have to find it. Building on the previous lesson in the series, learners examine point-slope and standard form. Using point-slope form, pupils write the equation of a...
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Exponential Modeling
Investigate exponential growth and decay. A set of six activities has pupils collecting and researching data in a variety of situations involving exponential relationships. They model these situations with exponential functions and solve...
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Words to Numbers
Seventh graders translate word problems into numerical expressions. Through guided practice, 7th graders discover how to take the information contained in a word problem and create a numerical expression using variables. They...
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Math Game Night
Students plan a family game night. In this problem solving lesson, students brainstorm games to play, watch a video to help with room arrangement and determine which room arrangement would work best. When all the preparations are done...
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Solving, Writing, and Graphing Linear Inequalities
In this linear inequalities worksheet, students solve inequalities, write inequalities in interval notation, and graph inequalities. Students also solve four word problems by writing and solving linear inequalities.