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Roundball for Remembrance

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Learners view a segment of Futures With Jaime Escalante showing the application of math in basketball, and they try to find some of these applications in a tape of a game played by their home school. This fun lesson should be very...
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Worksheet
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Using a Pictograph

For Students 5th
In this problem solving worksheet, 5th graders answer four questions using the pictograph provided. The worksheet pertains to sports.
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Worksheet
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Locker Room Maxims

For Students 9th - 12th
In this locker room maxim, high schoolers examine letters that represent words.  They decipher the puzzle to reveal a cliche.  This four--page worksheet contains 22 problems.  Answers are provided on the last two pages.
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Fishing Responsibility

For Students 5th - 8th
In this fishing worksheet, learners read about fishing responsibility and then answer math word problems about money, time, and fish. Students complete 3 word problems.
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Applications of Hyperbolas

For Students 10th
In this hyperbola worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 6 different problems. First, they determine the cross-section of a hyperbolic paraboloid curve. Then, students find where the cone intersects the ground in hyperbola as...
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NUMB3RS Activity: Settling The Score

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learn how to investigate matrix multiplication.  In this secondary mathematics instructional activity, students examine matrix multiplication in the context of a Homes-Rahe stress test which is similar to the process used to score figure...
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Family Letter

For Students 6th - 9th
Middle schoolers, working with their parents, calculate and complete five word problems associated with multiplying and dividing decimals. Students research the current Federal minimum wage at the library or on the Internet.
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Probability and Statistics

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students are taught to search the internet for statistics concepts on sports. In this probability lesson, students collect data and use the calculator to graph and analyze their data. They graph and make predictions about sports using...
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Newton in Motion Project

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students investigate Newton's Third Law of Motion as it exits in real world applications. They watch as the teacher makes a simple balloon powered car before explaining how the motion of the car demonstrates Newton's Third Law of Motion....
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Compare Fractions Story Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this fractions worksheet, students solve 6 story problems. Students will need to change fractions have common denominators before comparing them.
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eBook
Rice University

Calculus Volume 2

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
Delve into the middle of calculus. The resource is the second eBook of three that covers the complete calculus content. Seven chapters begin with integrals and different methods of integration before moving on to differential equations....
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Frisbee Baseball

For Teachers K - 12th
Students keep track of the number of tosses it takes them to reach each base, and encourage team members and recognize their successes. To make this activity fit the level of older classes, measure distances and figure averages as you play!
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Experiment-Using Formulas and Spreadsheets

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders track information relating to a sporting event and create a spreadsheet and appropriate formulas used to track data.  The one page worksheet contains the assignment and instructions.  Answers are...
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Four Estimating the Area of Small Objects Problems

For Students 5th - 8th
In this estimating area learning exercise, students work with their families to draw four small objects found around their house and estimate the area of each object. 
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Marble Mania

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore the concept of probability. In this probability lesson, students develop an understanding of probability by pulling marbles out of a bag and recording the data. Students use the recording sheet to discuss the results of...
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Handout
Penn Museum

Penn Museum: China Gallery

For Students 6th - 12th Standards
Invite your learners to take a closer look at the art and mathematical function of dome buildings as designed by the ancient Romans. In the next segment of this attractive learning exercise set, your young historians will then learn...
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Ohio National Guard

Emotional Intelligence

For Students 3rd - 5th
Guide young learners through the tumultuous emotions of growing up with a set of worksheets about self-esteem and empathy. Each worksheet focuses on a different skill, allowing youngsters to work through their feelings and relate to...
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Diving, Flying, & Climbing

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore Boyle's Law. In this Boyle's Law lesson, students complete problems involving Boyle's Law. They examine the effects of Boyle's Law upon the human body. Young scholars use the Internet to complete a lab activity.
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Riding the Gravity Wave

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students write a sketch of an artist or athlete that has pushed the limits on gravity. They explore concepts of rhythm, balance and friction. They examine how engineers design sports equipment.
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Fantasy Baseball Team

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create a database and use its ability to store, sort, and present information about their fantasy baseball team. They gather information and use their knowledge of statistics to accomplish their team.
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Standard Linear Form

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders identify and describe the x-intercept as the place where the line crosses the x-axis as it applies to football. They create their own differentiations to reinforce the distinction between the x-intercept and the...
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GPS Art

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars design their own logo or picture and use a handheld GPS receiver to map it out. They write out a word or graphic on a field or playground, walk the path, and log GPS data. The results display their "art" on their GPS...
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Investigating Motion

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students determine velocity using the slope of a time distance graph. They investigate a motion cart using a CBR unit and a TI 83 calculator setup. Using the graph generated, they calculate velocity.
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PPT
Dearborn Public Schools

Parent Informational Meeting

For Parents 9th - 12th
What factors should parents and guardians consider when helping their children select high school courses each year? A presentation designed for Parent Information Night outlines the requirements students must meet in order to graduate.