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Can We Measure the Impossible?

For Teachers 11th - 12th
In this measurement worksheet, students explore methods to measure the thickness of foil. They write an essay on how they calculated the thickness of the foil, and the number of atoms thick it is. Students create labeled sketches to...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Modal Practice

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this modal sentences activity, students read statements and choose from multiple choice modal sentences. Students write eight sentences.
Lesson Plan
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Probabilities for Number Cubes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concept of probability.  For this probability lesson, students roll a six-sided number cube and record the frequency of each outcome.  Students graph their data using a frequency chart and keep tally marks...
Lesson Plan
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Reading Satellite Images

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students analyze satellite images.  In this astronomy lesson, students examine 3 satellite images in order to understand how satellite images are taken and what they can teach scientists.
Worksheet
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Des Super-Terres dans l'univers

For Students 10th - 12th
Do you think there are other planets similar to the earth? Assess your intermediate and advanced French readers with this interesting text about super-Earths. Following the reading are three activities: one focusing on vocabulary, a...
Lesson Plan
Project Maths

Introduction to Probability

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
Take a chance with an activity sure to improve your class's skills. An introductory lesson focuses on probability and chance. It shows how probability is always a value between zero and one, i.e., the probability of an event is always...
Activity
Education Development Center

Integer Combinations—Postage Stamps Problem (MS Version)

For Students 4th - 7th Standards
Number patterns can seem mysterious. Help your learners unravel these mysteries as they complete an intriguing task. Through examination, collaborative groups determine that they are able to produce all integers above a certain...
Organizer
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Uses of Could: Summary

For Students 7th - 9th
In this uses of "could" worksheet, students read the 6 guidelines for using the word "could" as a request, permission, ability, guess, possibility, or impossibility.
Worksheet
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If...

For Students 3rd
In this two conditionals worksheet, 3rd graders read and discuss with a partner fifteen possibilities and determine if they are normal events, possible events, unlikely events or simply dreams.
Lesson Plan
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How Much Has Math Changed?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using the opposite, reciprocal and powers. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems with inequalities and absolute values. They show understanding of the basic content of math in this lesson.
Lesson Plan
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The Gear Game

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss that the conservatin of energy states that the energy imput must equal the energy output. They then figure out how can a machine help you to perform task otherwise considered impossible? Students discuss the six simple...
Assessment
Bowland

Magic Sum Puzzle

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Learners discover the magic in mathematics as they solve numerical puzzles involving magic sums. They then make a conjecture as to why no additional examples are possible based on an analysis of the puzzles.
Writing
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Hello, Is Anybody Out There? (cont.)

For Students 6th - 8th
In this space science worksheet, students read an informative passage about radio waves and the possibility of sending messages in space. The passage describes a "Sounds of Earth" record on the Voyager satellite which contains messages...
Worksheet
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Fact or Fantasy?

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Are we alone in the universe? This brief informational text on extraterrestrial theory has been split into seven sections to help scholars practice note taking. They read the statements, underlining key words. Then, using the graphic...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Calculating the square root of 2

For Teachers 7th - 10th Standards
Does a calculator give you the exact value of the square root of 2? Here, learners must decide if 1.414236 is equal to the square root of 2. They must also explain why the square root of 2 could never be equal to a terminating decimal....
Lesson Plan
SF Environment

Waste-Less Lunch

For Teachers K - 5th
Is it possible to have a waste-less lunch? Can your class become leaders in conservation? Discuss the importance of reducing waste during lunch time with a fun lesson that can be extended to everyday practices. First the class examines...
Article
NASA

Blinded by the Light!

For Students 9th - 12th
Pupils learn of multiple ways astronomers look for planets outside of the solar system. By completing a hands-on activity, scholars discover that trying to see the planets directly because of the glare from the nearby star is nearly...
Worksheet
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Sentence Completion 30

For Students 10th - 12th
Use this multiple-choice vocabulary assessment with your advanced English language learners or your native speakers. There are six sentences provided, and your class must determine which word best completes each sentence. Example words...
Lesson Plan
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Communicative Choices & Linguistic Style

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Start by watching a video entitled Do You Speak American? and respond to discussion questions about the various dialects showcased throughout the video to identify the regional linguistic styles throughout America. As a culminating...
Lesson Plan
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Vital Work

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students consider the role of women in the food industry. In this gender exploitation lesson, students work in groups to examine unfair labor practices. Students watch a video and write a fictional letter from a female laborer. This...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Rational or Irrational?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Is 4 plus the square root of 2 rational or irrational? After your class has gained a basic grasp of rational and irrational numbers, use this worksheet to push them a little further in their understanding. Learners must identify sums and...
Lesson Plan
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Probability Polly

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students evaluate if an event is certain, probable, or impossible. They design and create a spinner to be used in a game which demonstrates the possible outcome of an event.
Worksheet
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Like Water for Chocolate Guided Reading Worksheet

For Students 10th
Planning a novel unit on Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel? If so, this comprehensive guided reading worksheet might appeal to you. Steer readers through the entire novel with a routine of comprehension questions and analysis...
Lesson Plan
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Mission "Possible" Fitness

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students elevate their heart rate and practice fitness skills. They work together to complete a list of exercises simultaneously.