Curated OER
Are You Absolutely Sure of the Value?
Seventh graders develop an examineing of absolute value through real world situations. They develop an examineing of when absolute value can be used in a given situation.
Curated OER
Impossible Graphs
Students distinguish between possible and impossible graphs of functions, and to learn why some graphs are impossible. They have practiced plotting functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane
Curated OER
Time Problems
High schoolers make sensible estimates and check for reasonable results. They also solve problems with positive and negative integers using practical activities or models as needed.
Curated OER
Calculating Range for a Constant Velocity
Students read an explanation from the NASA Web-based "textbook", The Beginner's Guide to Aerodynamics, then use the information in combination with data from other Web sites to solve single variable equations for distance (range), time,...
Curated OER
Learning by Sorting
Students sort Lego Duplo pieces after determining the attributes to classify them by. They work in pairs to sort a group of Duplo pieces and explain their process to others.
Curated OER
Virtual Field Trip/ Gasoline Cost
Students complete a word problem to determine the cost of gasoline per mile of their virtual field trip. They determine the travel time and gasoline costs for two routes and record the information on a data sheet. They check their work...
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Creating Polygons
Students describe, make and compare polygons. In this creating polygons lesson, students identify properties of quadrilaterals and describe common features of two dimensional shapes.
Curated OER
3-D Beginning Graphs
Students explore the concept of big and small. They collect objects from the classroom, sort them by size, and create a graph using Duplo stacking blocks.
Curated OER
Cannot Buy Me Love
Students investigate the concepts that are related to finance and how it is used in the world. They take part in activities that are focused around the use of a spreadsheet while using a T-chart to simulate a ledger of credits and debits.
Curated OER
The 500 Problem
Students explain face, place and total value of numbers as well as solve three-digit subtraction problems. Before trying answer the problem Students must be able to examine that the same digit is used to represent different amounts.
Curated OER
The Topsy-Turvy Twins
Fourth graders read the problem and brainstorm for ways to solve the problem - list these on the board for the students to refer to as they solve the problem. They work in pairs and focus on the strategy selected.
Curated OER
Dredging the Mississippi
Young scholars determine the amount of earth that needs to be removed from the Mississippi and the amount of time it takes the Army Corps of Engineers to complete a dredging project. Given specific dimensions of a channel, calculations...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Patterns, Functions, and Algebraic Reasoning
Students learn to use the calculator to generate recursive patterns. They explore the connection from patterns to functions and algebraic reasoning. Students examine the idea of a variable for an unknown quantity and express mathematical...
Common Core Sheets
Common Core Sheets: Operations and Algebraic Thinking 5.oa.3 Worksheets
Teachers can assess students' knowledge of analyzing patterns and relationships with these printable worksheets. You can even create your own worksheet or flashcards.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Reasoning Quiz
Students are assessed on their math skills (knowledge of ratios, percentages, volume, and measurement conversions), as well as their ability to write equations, read tables, and analyze information. This quiz was designed to help...
Other
Link to Learning: Patterning and Algebra
Link to Learning is a site popular among Ontario teachers. This collection of sites addresses aome of the Patterning and Algebra expectations in the Ontario Math curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 8.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Words That Describe Patterns
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn how to describe patterns with sentences.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Patterns and Expressions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students learn how to translate phrases into algebraic expressions. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Opening Patterns
As excitement mounts ahead of the start of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, take a look back at the opening ceremony for the 2008 Games in Beijing. What shapes and patterns can you see? This activity is aimed at young...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Equations That Describe Patterns
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Recognize and find numerical patterns by finding a rule
Study Pad
Splash Learn: Number Patterns
[Free Registration/Login Required] Two activities on number patterns. The first gives the rule and students must complete the pattern. In the second, they are given the pattern and must identify the rule.
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PBS
Pbs Mathline: Bead Dazzling (Proportional Reasoning) [Pdf]
A comprehensive lesson on algebraic thinking where students create and identify patterns using proportional reasoning. Research based, this lesson includes technology connections, items for discussion, and extension activities.
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PBS
Pbs Mathline Lesson: Mix It Up [Pdf]
A lesson based on the story, "Oliver's Fruit Salad," where students explore the concept of proportional reasoning through modeling, student sharing, and questioning. A great introductory lesson for this concept that is sure to engage...