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Block It: Using a Manipulative to Solve Math Problems

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students practice using visuals to solve math problems. In this math manipulative lesson, students utilize pattern blocks to participate in a class game in which geometric shapes touch other player's pieces. Students gain points based on...
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Polygonal Strings

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders apply knowledge of how to calculate the area and perimeter of triangles. They determine why it is inappropriate to measure the area of land by its perimeter which is done in certain areas of New Guinea. They complete a...
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Cover the Triangle

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students explore geometric shapes using pattern blocks. They use specific shapes to fill in triangles, color-in their solutions, and discuss the results with a partner.
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem.  In this solving right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem lesson plan, students find the missing side of a right triangle.  Students find the hypotenuse given...
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Area graphics for 7th graders

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students randomly select dimensions for three geometric shapes (square, right triangle and circle). From the graphs they compare and contrast the graphical results of each shape.
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Creating Tessellations

For Students 10th
In this creating tessellations learning exercise, 10th graders solve 2 word problems that include creating various tessellations. First, they explore the various techniques used to form tessellations, including triangles, quadrilaterals,...
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Fractals and the Chaos Game

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of fractals. In this fractals lesson plan, students play the "Chaos Game" via an applet. Students place dots on the screen to recognize that they have created Sierpinski's Triangle.
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Application of the Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students find the length of the hypotenuse using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry lesson, students solve for the different parts of a right triangle. They work the first problem with-the teacher then work on their own.
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Math Honors 2: Trigonometry Review Questions

For Students 11th - 12th
For this Algebra II/Trigonometry worksheet, students solve problems involving angle of depression or elevation, evaluate trigonometric expressions, solve trigonometric equations, and graph trigonometric functions. The one page worksheet...
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CSI Investigation

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve real life situation using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the length, midpoint and slope of segments. They solve word problems using properties of square roots.
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As the Bird Flies

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate the properties of lines and congruent triangle theorems as well as apply geometric properties and relationships to real-world mathematical problems. Given two different scenarios, they examine maps that have been...
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The Delta Flier

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students make calculations in order to construct a kite in the shape of an isosceles right triangle. In this kite lesson students calculate altitude of their flying kites using a formula.
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SAS Similarity Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students identify and use the similarity theorem. In this geometry lesson, students differentiate between congruent and similar triangles. They solve problems using the computer modifying shapes by dragging.
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Triangular Puzzle

For Students 7th - 8th
In this middle school mathematics worksheet, students solve a puzzle in which each number outside of a triangle is the product of the pair of adjacent numbers inside of the triangle. The one page worksheet contains one problem. Answers...
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Simson Line

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Stuednts identify triangles for the Simson Line. For this geometry lesson, students solve triangular problems using the properties of triangles.They differentiate between the height, congruency and similarity.
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Light Bounce

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems involving triangles. In this geometry instructional activity, students apply properties of triangles to find the missing angles and sides. They identify angles of parallel lines cut by a transversal.
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How to Rack Pool Balls

For Students 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, high schoolers follow a given rule and determine the correct position of a rack of fifteen pool balls. There is 1 puzzle to solve and a solution is provided.
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Which container holds a larger amount of popcorn?

For Teachers 6th - 7th
What does popcorn have to do with math?  Seventh grade mathematicians are provided an opportunity to develop a conceptual understanding of the formula for volume and to use it as a tool to solve problems. The lesson begins with a...
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Areas of triangles, trapezoids, and rhombi

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students solve geometry problems. For this area and perimeter lesson, students use formulas to solve problems from the textbook. 
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Points of Concurrency for Triangles

For Students 10th
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve a  problem involving the possible lengths for the third side of a triangle given two sides and determine where the point of concurrency lies in relation to the triangle. The one page...
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Math Lesson Plan #2: Real Life Problems

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders solve problems using the tangent of angles using the flagpole and its shadow as references.
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Proposed Problems

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students find the solutions to the problems that involve solving equations with and without rational expressions.
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Cosine

For Students 10th
In this cosine instructional activity, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include various triangles. They determine the cosine of one point in each triangle illustrated. Then, they apply the line segments given to each and...
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Sine

For Students 10th
In this sine worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems by determining the sine in each right triangle shown. They determine the sine of one point by applying the other points given in the problem.