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Representing, Naming, and Evaluating Functions (Part 1)
Begin the discussion of domain and range using something familiar. Before introducing numbers, the lesson uses words to explore the idea of input and outputs and addresses the concept of a function along with domain and range.
Personal Genetics Education Project
Using Primary Sources to Examine the History of Eugenics
Eugenics philosophy takes survival of the fittest to a whole new level. With a research-focused lesson, young scientists examine the history of the eugenics movement and its impact on society. Pupils engage with a video clip, primary...
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Christmas Bells
Students read and analyze the anti-slavery poem, "Christmas Bells" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. They discuss the content and form of the poem, write an essay, write an original poem, examine how this anti-slavery poem was converted...
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Reading Strategies for Decoding Tricky Words
Help primary school pupils learn valuable reading strategies. As they choral read a poster or big book, they predict covered words and learn various reading strategies for figuring out an unknown word. This will help them gain an...
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Skate Party
Learners use the Frayer model during problem solving. In this problem solving lesson, they examine multiple methods of data collection to solve real world problems. Resources are provided.
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Word Problems Dealing with Ratio and Proportion
Mindful middle-schoolers read and solve a number of word problems. Learners copy and discuss what they believe their strategies are in solving each problem. They also write their findings and share with the rest of the class.
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The Random Walk II
Deep mathematical thinking is found with just a coin and a number line. Combining computing some probabilities in a discrete situation, and the interpretation of a function, this simple task gives learners a lot to think about on...
Kauai's Hindu Monastery
The History of Hindu India
What obstacles did India face during their post-colonial formation after gaining independence? Topics discussed in the lesson include Pakistan's conflict over Kashmir, the Indian Constitution, economic development, and the...
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Using Rhythm Instruments to Tell a Story
After watching a video of Peter and the Wolf, and identifying the instruments used to represent each character, class members use rhythm instruments to represent the actions in the song, "What Would I do."
US Institute of Peace
Defining Conflict
Conflict is everywhere—but is it avoidable? The first activity in a series of 15 peacebuilding lessons examines the nature of conflict at home, school, and across the world. Learners develop a definition of conflict through group work...
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Outline It!
Fourth graders investigate how outlining can aid in comprehending text. For this reading comprehension lesson, 4th graders outline an article they read in groups of two. Students take turns reading the article, identifying the main idea,...
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Scientific Notation
For this Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II worksheet, students convert numbers form standard notation into scientific notation and vice versa. The one page worksheet contains fifteen problems. Answers are provided.
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Review Exponents and Scientific Notation
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders convert between scientific and decimal notation. Students simplify problems that involve exponents. The two page worksheet contains thirty-nine problems. Solutions are...
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Mental Math Blocks 2
In this math worksheet, students solve eleven math problems. The problems include word problems from a variety of topics, such as money and tickets needed for a concert.
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The Quadratic Formula
In this quadratic formula instructional activity, students use the quadratic formula to solve given problems. Examples and explanations are given at the beginning of the instructional activity. This one-page instructional activity...
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Dividing by Multiples of Powers of Ten (A)
In this powers of ten learning exercise, students divide three to six digit numbers by powers of ten. This two-page learning exercise contains approximately 50 problems, with answers.
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Dividing by Multiples of Powers of Ten (B)
In this powers of ten worksheet, students divide one to five digit whole numbers by multiples powers of ten. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 50 problems, with answers.
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Dividing by Multiples of Powers of Ten (C)
In this powers of ten activity, students divide six to nine-digit numbers by multiples of powers of ten. This two-page activity contains approximately 50 problems, with answers.
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Dividing by Multiples of Powers of Ten (D)
In this powers of ten instructional activity, students divide five to nine-digit whole numbers by multiples of powers of ten. This two-page instructional activity contains approximately 50 problems, with answers.
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Dividing by Multiplies Powers of Ten (E)
In this powers of ten worksheet, students divide five to 8-digit worksheets to whole numbers by multiples of powers of ten. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 50 problems, with answers.
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Exponents
Ninth graders solve problems involving exponential functions. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders apply their knowledge of exponential properties to add, multiply, divide and subtract exponential functions. They perform these operations...
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Mental Math Blocks
In this math worksheet, students solve eleven math problems from a variety of topics. For example, students estimate the product of a multiplication problem.
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Mental Math Blocks 3
In this math worksheet, students solve eleven math problems. These include finding the missing digits of an addition problem and solving a word problem about picking up pieces of trash.
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The Living Environment
Students use a spoon, clothespin, scissors, and toothpicks to simulate how animals get food in their environment. In this environment lesson plan, students learn about the adaptations animals make in order to survive.