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Measurement: Cylinders

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Math scholars observe and demonstrate how to calculate the surface area and volume of cylinders. They analyze pictures of various cylinders on a handout, solve problems on two worksheets independently, and discuss the answers to the...
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Lesson Plan 3: Order of Operation

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Order of operations is foundational for the future study of algebra. With ample time for instruction and independent practice these activities will help your class improve their understanding of this important concept. Includes the...
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Find the Value of Expressions Using the Order of Operations

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Here is another great way to introduce order of operations using "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally." Pre-determined small groups work cooperatively to solve expressions. Afterward, they write a journal entry to explain the steps they...
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Factoring Difference of Squares

For Students 8th - 9th
In this factoring difference of squares worksheet, learners solve 18 different problems related to factoring the difference of squares for each. First, they write their parentheses out and find the common factors of the squared number....
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Absolute Value

For Students 6th - 7th
In this absolute value worksheet, students solve 20 different problems related to absolute value of equations. They define absolute value as the distance to the origin on a real number line. Students then get rid of the brackets by...
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Solving Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Use this learning exercise for practice or review solving linear equations in one variable. Problems range from multiple-step problems involving parentheses and combining like terms, to word problems, to equations with no solution or...
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Order of Operations

For Students 7th - 10th Standards
It's the classic please excuse my dear aunt sally strategy to remembering the order of operations. Young mathematicians practice to develop an understanding of the order of operations. Examples and practice problems include...
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Virginia Department of Education

Using Order of Operations and Exploring Properties

For Teachers 5th - 6th
If you need some creative ways to teach the order of operations, use a series of activities that focus on properties. Each lesson uses different materials and works as a stand-alone activity, or can build upon the concepts of the last...
Interactive
New Mexico State University

Agrinautica

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Individuals play a computer game to terraform planets. Learners add plants, animals, fungi, and minerals to the planet surface by creating numerical expressions that represent the objects. After playing the game for a while, the class...
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Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials

For Students 9th
In this polynomials worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include addition and subtraction of various polynomials. First, they remove the parentheses and group like terms together. Then, students add or subtract like...
PPT
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Associative Property

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Here is a new twist on teaching the associative property of multiplication. The author of this presentation makes an analogy between the associative property and a couple getting married. The numbers, like people, are separate, but when...
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PEMDAS: Order of Operations

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
Learners complete algebraic equations. They learn the algebraic order of operations and the acronym, PEMDAS, to help them remember the correct order of operations. Pupils complete algebraic equations using the order of operations.
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Peanut Butter and Jelly and Order of Operations

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Study order of operations using a peanut butter and jelly sandwich activity as your guide. The class watches you make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich based on a volunteer's instructions. They discuss the importance of following...
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Distributive Property

For Students 8th - 9th
For this distributive property worksheet, students solve and complete 10 different problems that include applying the distributive property to solve each one. First, they follow the order of operations and calculate what is in the...
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Order of Operations

For Students 9th
In this order of operations worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations by applying the order of operations in each. First, they perform any calculations inside the parentheses. Then, students perform all multiplication and...
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Order of Operations

For Students 9th
In this order of operations activity, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that involve applying the order of operations. First, they perform any calculations within the parentheses. Then, students perform all multiplication and...
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Distributive Property

For Students 7th - 8th
In this math activity, students are given 30 problems to solve involving the distributive property, variables, parentheses, and area problems. The final set of problems asks students to solve problems mentally, without writing them down,...
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Order of Operations

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders develop an understanding of the order of operations by relating to putting on a sock and shoe. In this order of operations lesson, 4th graders a mnemonic device to complete math examples. Students can communicate the...
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Year 6: Order of Calculating 3

For Students 4th - 6th
In this math problem solving worksheet, students find the values using multiple steps of adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing and numbers in parentheses. Students solve 14 problems.
Interactive
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Simplify expressions and Combine Like Terms

For Students 7th - 10th
Learners will use the distributive property to simply expressions by removing parentheses from the expression. Like terms will then be combined to completely simplify the expression.
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Study Buddies: Working With Addition Properties

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students will work with a coach to learn about and practice three addition properties: associative, commutative, and identity. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.
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Anno's Magic Seeds

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Read a tale for your class as they unravel patterns presented in the story using manipulatives. Pause to allow time for discussion and explanation of solutions throughout the story. They write equations or expressions with order of...
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Solving One-Step Equations

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners practice solving one-step equations. In this one-step equation lesson, students examine the proper use of order of operations when solving for one variable and show that they are able to use inverse operations to solve problems....
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Recursive Sequences

For Students 8th - 10th
Consider recursive sequences with your class. They solve 10 different problems that include various recursive formula sequences. First, they write a recursive formula for the sequence shown, then determine the first 4 terms of the...

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