Investigate the case of two negatives making a positive. Pupils fill in a quadrant system to generate the products of integers. They analyze the quadrants to find patterns and relationships to help complete the table values. The teacher...

Young scholars participate in an adding game. In this adding numbers lesson, students calculate the sum of the dice and remove a number from their activity sheet.  Young scholars who first removes the numbers is the winner.

Sixth graders examine mathematical problems that deal with he division of fractions. Sticky notes are used to model the process.

In this adding and subtracting matrices worksheet, learners add 2 sets of matrices and subtract one. They are introduced to the rules of adding and subtracting matrices.

In this verifying angle relationships worksheet, 10th graders solve and prove various types of problems related to the verification process of various angle relationships. They complete each of the two proofs shown step-by-step, giving a...

Students examine the water cycle and the factors that interact with watersheds.  In this watersheds lesson plan students describe the purification process, trace the flow of infiltrate water through aquifers, and research the...

In this solving inequalities worksheet, 9th graders solve 15 different inequalities. First, they use the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of inequalities to solve linear inequalities. Then, students draw a...

In this algebra review worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 12 different problems. First, they use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of inequalities to solve the linear inequalities. They also write...

Students work with decimals. In this decimal lesson plan, students participate in a hands-on group activity that enable them to review to how to appropriately add and subtract decimals.

Students define and discuss congruency and the corresponding parts between congruent triangles. They create a pair of congruent triangles, test for congruency, and complete a worksheet.

In this exponent rules activity, students simplify 56 negative exponents and scientific notation problems.  Students use exponent rules to simplify each problem.

Tenth graders practice adding, subtracting, and multiplying matrices. After completing and reviewing bell ringer problems they review homework from night before and discuss any questions. Students are introduced to new matrix...

Students solve a given problem and explain their thinking using two number sentences to match their answer. One number sentence must use addition, one must use multiplication, and students must explain their answers. Includes sample...

Students identify the properties of light from the sun. In groups, they participate in experiments with solar collectors, cookers and calculators to determine which one harnesses the most energy. They record their observations and...

Students use rounding and compensating with whole numbers and explain how to use the empty number line to show additions and subtractions. They round and compensate in relation to decimal subtraction Background

Fourth graders use properties of operations and problem-solving strategies to do mental calculations, and look for patterns in the solutions. They create an array, using each of the digits 1-9 exactly once to form addition problems...

Pupils use fractions strips to demonstrate addition and subtraction of fractions. They explore finding common denominations, examining equivalent fractions, and simplifying fractions. Students may work in groups or independently.

Students explore fact families. For this math lesson, students use links to model a fact family. Students solve addition and subtraction problems.

Students test the conductivity of selected liquids and solids. They test the circuit by touching the two free ends of the wires together and add salt little by little recording the data after each addition. Finally, students predict...

In this math activity, students look for the answers to the addition with fractions of the same denominator. There is a button at the top of the page for the answers.

Fifth graders take addition timed tests every day for a two week period. Using the data from the timed tests, they create a bar graph using Microsoft Excel computer software, a personal bar graph using graph paper and colored pencils,...

Students practice calculating the slope of a line. They explain how the formula is derived and identify properties that are associated with positive, negative and undefined slopes. They complete an online activity as well.

Students investigate basic mathematical properties to solve multiplication and division problems. They solve word problems that are part of the lesson plan. Students are required to give written or oral justification for how they solve...

Sixth graders estimate the measurement of angles and then measure the exact distance using an angle ruler. In groups, they explore shapes and recognize the characteristics acute, obtuse and right angles. Students sketch required shapes,...