For this trigonometry word problem worksheet, students calculate how close a ship comes to a lighthouse.  The solution with explanation is provided.

In this multiplication practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems that require them to multiply by 6, 7, and 8.

In this exponential population growth worksheet, students read word problems and determine the exponential growth of a specified populations.  They find the percent of growth and compute exponential regressions.  Students graph...

After reading an article, "Cameras Capture a 5-Second Fireball and Its Meteorite's Secrets," space science superstars use the  triangulation method to determine the location of a distant object. In-class activities and homework are...

Learners read a letter from George Washington requesting them to identify on a map a location that would stop the advance of British warships. They choose a location and justify their choice.

In this Fed Ex worksheet, students read a word problem about air travel and time to deliver packages and solve it. Students complete 1 problem.

Here is a worksheet that belongs in a four-part resource that has learners practice using data tables to calculate percentages. The page has ten problems with different data tables asking to find different...

First graders listen to the book, So Many Cats, and discuss the number of cats in the story. They demonstrate simple addition problems using cat counters and a work mat in the shape of a house.

Students develop math sense as they multiply and divide numbers. In this algebra lesson, students identify the missing numbers in a multiplication and division problem. They use a calculator to help them solve the problems.

Sixth graders explore equations. In this math lesson, 6th graders discuss the rules for solving equations. Students apply the rules and solve various equations.

Learners study patterns. In this math instructional activity, students repeat a pattern that has been clapped out by the teacher. Actions can be added to increase difficulty level.

Learners build and program a LEGO robotic car as well as measure and graph its speed. They acquire familiarity with principles of construction, motion, design and problem solving. They compare a robot's speed over two different surfaces...

First graders investigate the differences between shapes.  In this block characteristics lesson, 1st graders work in groups to explore blocks, group the blocks by different characteristics, discuss the block attributes and record...

Students become familiar with the achievements of the artist Faith Ringgold. They take notice of the patterns in their environment. They connect the mathematical concept of patterns to create a class quilt.

Students develop an understanding of the concept of matter. They l participate actively in the bubble raft experiment as described on the Center for Thermal Spray Research's website. They demonstrate dislocations and grain...

For this algebra worksheet, students solve problems containing exponents. They apply the properties of exponents to solve these problems. There are 10 questions with an answer key.

In this algebra worksheet, students calculate how many candy canes and ornaments are on each person's Christmas tree. They are given specific clues to help them calculate their answers. There are 2 questions with an answer key.

Fifth graders practice interpreting line graphs of the Hudson River water levels to assess the tides and tidal cycles in the estuary. They explore how weather can affect water levels and tides and observe that high tides and low tides...

Students view the Bird of Paradise quilt and observe the design-work in the quilt.  For this counting quilt lesson, students will count to find repeated pictures in the quilt.  Students will represent their families...

Students engage in a lesson that gives them the tools needed to become knowledgeable credit consumers. The companion website for the ITV program TV-411 is used to provide learners with an interactive experience of what credit has to offer.

Fifth graders investigate growth patterns using blocks. In this square and triangle numbers lesson, 5th graders predict sizes of larger triangles and squares based on numerical patterns they observed while building. 

Students gain practice in the analysis of various types of graphs common in daily life. These examples often use graphic images like charts, graphs, tables, and pictures to supplement learning.

In this ratio and proportion worksheet, students solve 22 short answer and multiple choice problems.  Students use rates, proportions, and ratios to solve each problem.

Students describe how the sun heats the Earth, explain the nature of infrared light, explain how thunderstorms are formed and use infrared maps to predict severe weather.