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Earthquake

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Pupils view a video and conduct a problem solving activity to explain the effect different waves have on the earth's structure and what effect they have on different structures.
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Challenge Games - Skywriters

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Skywriters is an introductory challenge games from ropes course material. It focuses on communnication, team cooperation, trust, and problem solving. There is a link to several more challenge games.
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Grade 3-Math Patterns

For Students 3rd
In this grade 3 patterns worksheet, 3rd graders answer a set of 13 multiple choice questions, finding missing numbers in and completing patterns. Answers may be submitted and checked on-line.
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Measuring Pattern Block Angles

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders identify various angles by using pattern blocks. In this measurement lesson, 6th graders find out how many degrees are in each of the different angles of the various pattern blocks.
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Introduction to Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students factor and graph linear and quadratic functions. They identify the standard and linear form of each equation.
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Patterns

For Students K - 1st
In this completing patterns in sequence worksheet, learners observe sequences of patterns using two shapes and select the pattern that would come next. Students solve 3 problems.
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The Number Table Problem

For Students 7th - 9th
In this number table problem, students explore tables and determine the number pattern.  This one-page learning exercise contains 1 problem.  Answers are provided at the bottom of the page.
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Fibonacci Patterns

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve problems using the Fibonacci Patterns. In this geometry instructional activity, students trackthe growing rate of a rabbit population. They collect the data and graph their results. They make predictions based on their...
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The Sequences Problem

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II worksheet, students determine what term is missing in the two given sequences.  The one page worksheet has two problems with the solutions. 
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Geometric Patterns

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this geometric patterns worksheet, students learn to solve problems that use geometric patterns and solid figures. Students solve six word problems.
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Motion and Rhythmic Patterns

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this motion and rhythmic patterns instructional activity, students solve math patterns based on sounds and motions. Students circle the next sounds or motions in the patterns.
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Paul's Patterns

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders listen to the problem. As the students work ask them questions that require them to describe the patterns in their own words. If the students are having problems with finding the patterns encourage them to explore the...
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Find a Pattern

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this math patterns worksheet, students read the word problems and find the pattern within the problem to help them add the numbers within the problem.
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Hands On: Multiplication Patterns with 10, 100, and 1,000

For Students 4th - 5th
In this multiplication patterns worksheet, students find the products for each multiplication word problem using basic multiplication facts and finding the patterns. The patterns use the numbers 10, 100, and 1,000.
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LET'S PARTY!

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify a number pattern and extend the number sequence. They make generalizations given a specific pattern and create, describe, and extend patterns. They create a table that describes a function rule for a single operation...
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Volume of Regular and Irregular Objects

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine patterns and relate to equations to solve math problems.  In this patterns lesson, 5th graders diagram, graph, use models and use tables to solve equations for real world problems.
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There's Gold in Them Thar Ratios

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students draw a model of the bunny problem which generates the Fibonacci Sequence, spirals generated from golden rectangles and golden triangles; identify the golden ratio in the human body, and find the Fibonacci numbers in nature.
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Why is this lesson constructivist?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students formulate a definition of tessellations by comparing and contrasting different patterns and shapes of real objects. They discuss the relatioship between shapes and patterns as well as their function in the real world. Students...
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Tricky Sequence

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this sequence worksheet, students solve 1 sequence problem.  Students find the missing number in the sequence by finding the pattern of the sequence.
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Investigation - Can You Guess My Favorite Color?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore a bag of mixed pattern blocks. As a class they discuss different attributes of these shapes. For this math lesson, 2nd graders search to find shapes that are similar by placing shapes on top of one another to...
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Modeling in Algebra

For Students 8th
In this modeling in algebra worksheet, 8th graders solve ten different types of algebra problems, including 5 word problems. They first complete each table, describe the pattern used, and determine the 20th and nth term for each....
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Volume of Compound Figures

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use patterns, models and relationships to solve equations.  In this equations lesson, 5th graders define vocabulary for equations and complete worksheets explaining variables and solving problems.
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3rd grade math review

For Teachers 3rd
In this math review worksheet, 3rd graders answer multiple choice questions about patterns, addition, least to greatest, and more. Students complete 20 questions.
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What's the Best Deal?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore number sense by solving consumer math problems. In this pattern identification activity, students analyze a list of numerical and geometric patterns while predicting the future outcome. Students utilize inference skills...