Middle and high schoolers research the life of Pythagoras and the Pythagorean theorem. They write a short biography of Pythagoras and learn to apply the theorem in their study of right triangles.

Work on place value and addition. Here is a resource that features different types of problems for your second graders to solve. After studying the example at the top of the page, they write the missing number in 12 addition problems....

Here is a (great) lesson on using parentheses! The task requires the expression of ages using algebraic expressions, including the distributive property. Pupils use their expressions to determine the individual ages.

Pupils determine the theoretical probability of winning a game of marbles. Individuals compare the theoretical probability to experimental probability for the same game. They continue on to compare two different probability games.

Each digit holds a specific value in numbers, and understanding place value is the key to this concept. Youngsters examine eight numbers and determine the value of four in each, writing it in both number and word form. Next, they circle...

Discover an inverse variation pattern. A simple lesson plan design allows learners to explore a nonlinear pattern. Scholars analyze a distance, speed, and time relationship through tables and graphs. Eventually, they write an equation to...

For kids, taking a vacation is all fun and games, but after completing this pre-algebra project, they'll have a whole new appreciation for the planning that makes these trips possible. Given a budget of $5,000 to spend on purchasing the...

Math was easier before it got mixed up with the alphabet. A 10-page test covers material from multiple years of high school math. Scholars demonstrate knowledge across domains with a mixture of short answer and applied problems.

Exercise those mental math muscles! This learning exercise contains 10 addition and 10 subtraction problems which require learners to compute sums or differences in their heads. A quick review at the top of the page provides a strategy...

Loaded with concepts ranging from multiplying decimals to converting units to solving problems using the order of operations, a thorough practice packet is perfect for a fifth or sixth grade math classroom.

Bring out the pegboards for this one! As you introduce multiplication, explain it as sets of objects using these visual practice problems. Learners look at eight pegboards with varying rows filled. For each, they fill in two sentences...

Individuals read tables with temperatures and times in order to distinguish the town with the lowest temperature or most extreme temperature difference. Each of the eight questions has three sub-questions that use the same charts. 

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...

In this math worksheet, students determine how many miles it takes a family to read 6 destinations. Students also write an itinerary that shows how many miles the family must travel each day.

Fifth graders explore the concept of equivalency. In this math lesson, 5th graders write their own word problems and pair them to appropriate algebraic number sentences.

In this explaining solutions worksheet, students follow the steps of looking for information, modeling the information, and using the model to solve the problem to help them explain solutions to math problems. Students then solve two...

In this deciding how to write the quotient word problem worksheet, students write short answers for each step of the problem solving process, find the solution, and write the quotient. Students solve two word problems.

Ninth graders investigate the concept of an inequality. They begin the lesson by covering relevant vocabulary. They write an inequality for each word problem given. Then they translate problems from words to algebraic inequalities.

In this explaining answers worksheet, students read the word problem about a passenger helicopter and its speed abilities. Students use the understand, plan, solve, and look back method to solve the problem and then explain how they...

In this quotient worksheet, students solve 2 word problems by answering a set of questions following each one. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.

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...

In these addition sentences worksheets, students read the addition word problems and create addition sentences for the 6 problems on the 5 worksheets. Students solve 30 problems.

In this problem solving worksheet, students complete a set of 5 word problems, choosing the correct operations to complete each. Answers are included on page 2.

In this proportions worksheet, learners complete proportion word problems including one and two digit numbers. Students complete 6 numbers.