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What's Poppin'?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders determine and compare weights and volumes of popped and unpopped corn to make predictions and solve problems. Students combine the data of each group into a graph. They construct questions, statements and story problems...
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Functions As Equations

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, pupils use the given values for the functions to create a pattern of solving an equation that is extended into a word problem.
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Exploring Subtraction

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
In this math worksheet, students take away two crayons from five crayons. A series of questions is included on the worksheet to guide students through the process of taking away. Students tell their coach a subtraction story.
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Graphing Family Reading Habits

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders collect data from their families about their reading habits and graph them. In this graphing family reading habits lesson, 2nd graders interview family members about their reading habits. They then use a graphing computer...
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The Mandelbrot Set

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to the notion of a complex number and function iteration in order to motivate the discussion of Julia sets and the Mandelbrot set.
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Investigating Scale Factors with the Geometer's Sketchpad

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students use Geometer's Sketchpad to examine the scale factor when in is applied to the length of a figure's sides. They look at how the scale factor affects the side lengths, perimeter, and area of the figure that result. They work with...
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Graphs Galore

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders conduct surveys to collect data. They analyze and interpret the data, then determine which type of graph is appropriate for the data. Students use the data to make predictions, discover patterns and draw conclusions...
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Pascal's Triangle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study Pascal's triangle. They construct their own version of Pascal's triangle, and relate some of the uses for it. While working through this process, students practice their integer multiplication and division skills.
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Divisibility Book

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students create a notebook with divisibility rules in it. In this algebra lesson, students write down the rules that determine the factors of a number. They continue to add to the book and use it to help them on their problems.
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New York State Testing Program: Mathematics Book 2, Grade 3

For Students 3rd
In this 3rd grade math standardized test practice worksheet, 3rd graders solve 6 multiple-step open-ended math problems based on New York academic standards.
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New York State Testing: Grade 4 Mathematics

For Students 4th
In this NY state grade 4 math test worksheet, 4th graders complete a total of 39 problems that cover a wide variety of grade 4 math concepts.
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Working With Decimals

For Students 4th - 5th
In this decimal activity, students continue patterns, complete word problems, work with number lines and round decimals. A website reference is given for additional resources.
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Move It

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Studens collect and graph data. For this algebra lesson, students use a CBL and CBR with a TI Calcualtor to observe linear graphs. They use the correct vocabualry as they discuss the collected data.
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Hurricane Tracking

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students access the Internet to find information on current hurricanes. They get locations, speeds, and air pressures and then plot the location of the hurricane on a hurricane-tracking map. They also access the FEMA website to solve...
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Displaying Postcards

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve a problem in a systematic and mathematical way. The use of an equation is applied to a word problem situation. It is necessary that students be familiar with different types of equations.
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Prism Investigation

For Students 4th - 5th
In this prism instructional activity, students solve a word problem about prisms. Students are given a "guided review" and suggestions for proceeding. Students then complete a function machine.
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Graphing in the Information Age

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners create a variety of graphs based on population data. In this statistics lesson, students use data that can be gathered on-line to make a bar chart, line graph, and circle graph.
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Introduction to Inverse Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars investigate patterns of inverse functions. In this algebra lesson plan, students represent functions with the calculator and on paper. They analyze their data and draw conclusions.
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Double Down

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars shuffle cards identifying different patterns. For this algebra lesson, students investigate the accuracy of the card shufflers in a casino. They discuss out-shuffle, faro shuffle and magicians mixing cards to perform tricks.
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Compare 2-D Shapes

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore and analyze plane shapes. In this plane shapes lesson, 2nd graders evaluate shape attributes to classify shapes correctly. Students work in groups to create different shapes.
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What's My Rule? Simple Linear Functions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate simple linear functions by trying to guess a function rule from inputs and outputs. They write the function rule in algebraic form.
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Using Recipes To Reinforce Fractions

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learners calculate fractions used in various food recipes in this Math lesson with real world applications. The lesson is geared towards upper elementary students but can be adapted for various levels of learners. State math standards...
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Words to Numbers

For Teachers 7th
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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Getting A Grip On Graphs

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the concept of graphing and comparing different types of data using pictographs, line graphs, scatter plots, etc... They gather data and make interpretations while examining the medium of how it is displayed.