Curated OER
Marcy's Dots
Students identify the pattern changes that could occur in a series using pictures with dots. They use the patterns on the worksheets to have a context to describe pattern in words. Students look to find the linear, quadratic, or...
Curated OER
Modeling With Circular Functions
Learners explore circular functions. They identify the amplitude, period, phase shift and vertical shift of circular functions. Students analyze phenomena described by sine waves and they find mathematical models for transforming images...
Curated OER
Block & Tackle
Learners participate in a lab experiment in which they discover the need for so many blocks and tackles on sailing ships. In groups, they make and test their predictions and practice measuring objects in various units. They record and...
Curated OER
Inventors Timelines
Students create a class timeline using the patent year for their selected inventor or invention. Using a piece of yarn, they physically create a timeline, and create and answer math word problems using the years from the timeline.
Curated OER
Lu-Lu
First graders practice their counting skills while playing a Hawaiian game called Lu-Lu. Lu-Lu is a Hawaiian counting game. It is played with four stones. Each stone is divided into four equal sections and dots are placed in the...
Curated OER
Rolling For Value
Students participate in a lesson plan to comprehend the concept of probability while rolling dice. They recognize patterns while making observations and recording the data for each roll. Students also review place values while playing a...
Curated OER
The Great American Alligator
In this alligator activity, students read a short essay describing the natural history of this reptile. Then students complete 3 fill in the blank and 3 short answer questions.
Curated OER
Math Vocabulary Review
In this math vocabulary learning exercise, students read a set of 15 math related definitions and write the words being defined. A reference web site is included for additional activities.
Curated OER
Pythagorean Theorem
Students solve right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this solving right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem lesson, students find the missing side of a right triangle. Students find the hypotenuse given two...
Curated OER
Words for Algebra
Learners rewrite word problems using symbols. In this algebra lesson, students relate algebra to the real world. They identify the correct steps to take when solving word problems.
Curated OER
Using Multiplication to Solve Word Problems
Students explore math functions by solving word problems in class. In this multiplication lesson, students utilize colored cubes and base blocks to visualize multiplication problems. Students identify the multiplication values within...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Applying the Order of Operations
Given a numerical expression including whole number exponents and prime factorization, students will use the order of operations to generate an equivalent expression.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Applying the Order of Operations
Given a numerical expression including whole number exponents and prime factorization, students will use the order of operations to generate an equivalent expression.
PBS
Pbs Kids Afterschool Adventure!: Operation: Numbers 1 10 Activity Plan
In this week's Afterschool Adventure, children will explore simple math activities using the numbers one through ten. Children will represent numbers in different ways, such as drawing quantities; writing numerals; and using number...
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Why Do We Need an Order of Operations?
Why do we need an Order of Operations? What is 5 + 3 x 4? What is 3 x 4 + 5? Students work through examples to get at these questions and work with the order of operations to simplify numerical expressions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Order of Operations Challenge
Practice solving more challenging problems using the order of operations. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Order of Operations
Sixth graders apply their knowledge of the order of operations to simplify numerical expressions for a second day.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Evaluating Complex Numeric Expressions: Lesson 2
This lesson will go over how to evaluate numerical with parentheses, exponents, square roots and/or absolute values.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: "Make One" Operations W Fractions Game
This card game will help students review the basic operations with fractions. The materials needed, the rules of the game, and several follow-up activities are provided here for the teacher as a lesson plan.
Other
Dan's Math: Basic Skills Topics
College professor Dan Bach offers a review of various basic topics in arithmetic, pre-algebra, and algebra. Order of operations, exponents, square roots, variables, and combining terms are just a few of the many topics covered.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra: Operations on Real Numbers
A tutorial will guide you through the rules and steps for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing real numbers, as well as evaluating numeric expressions and using order of operations. Contains step-by-step solutions to example...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Using Operations and Parentheses
The purpose of this task is to give students a chance to work creatively with three of the four fundamental arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, and multiplication). It is well suited for helping students develop fluency with...
Common Core Sheets
Common Core Sheets: Operations and Algebraic Thinking 5.oa.2 Worksheets
Teachers can assess students' knowledge of numerical expressions with these printable worksheets. You can even create your own worksheet or flashcards.
Common Core Sheets
Common Core Sheets: Operations and Algebraic Thinking 5.oa.1 Worksheets
Teachers can assess students' knowledge of writing and interpreting numerical expressions with these printable worksheets. You can even create your own worksheet or flashcards.