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Robot Rounding!
Young scholars collect data on a robot and relate the behavior to prove there is an infinite minute set of numbers. In this algebra lesson plan, students verify that there is always a number between two numbers. They analyze and...
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Solving Problems
Second graders become familiar with need strategies for computation of money problems and estimating sums. In this computation lesson, 2nd graders solve real life problems to understand estimation and money problems.
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Math Mammoth End of the Year Test - Grade 3
In this comprehensive diagnostic test worksheet, learners examine, study, calculate and solve 38 math problems. They work with a variety of basic math concepts and word problems.
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Estimating and Measuring Amounts
Third graders explore measurement. In this estimation and measurement lesson, 3rd graders examine visual examples using standard units to measure length. Students also practice solving problems that their instructors model.
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Estimating Concrete Volume
High schoolers identify rectangular volume calculations, and calculate using formula, concrete table, and calculator.
Baylor College
Measuring and Protecting Skin
Several subjects are addressed within the context of a science instructional activity about the sun's ultraviolet rays. Elementary earth scientists consider protection of the skin with sunscreens (health), estimating and measuring...
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Introduction to Decimals
For this math worksheet, students are introduced to decimals by first studying pattern blocks showing a number with tens, ones and tenths. Students locate decimals on number lines and rulers and shade decimal pictures. Students compare...
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Measure to the Nearest Inch: Practice
In this measuring worksheet, students practice measuring length to the nearest inch by first estimating and then measuring the illustrated objects. In the second set, students use a ruler to measure the given lengths and draw a line for...
CK-12 Foundation
Length of a Plane Curve
Challenge your class to use straight lines when estimating the length of a curve. An engaging interactive allows individuals to place line segments one after another along the arc. Learners determine that the more lines used, the better...
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Estimating Turtle Size and Age
Students investigate how to estimate the age and size of turtles, and examine variability in scientific data. They read an informational handout, identify the parts of the shell, measure the shell and estimate the age, and record the...
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Charting Attendance Rate of Busch Gardens
Sixth graders, in groups, are given different parts of the whole project. They use information from Busch Gardens to explore line graphs, averages, and other math vocabulary.
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Mystery Stars: Estimating Whole Numbers Using Fractions Shown on Sectors of a Circle
In this set of fraction worksheets, learners cut out 6 pages of circles that show fractions with stars covering different sections of circles. They show one section of the circle in order to estimate the whole number of stars by looking...
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Estimation
In this estimation instructional activity, students analyze a table with the diameter of four coins in fractional inches. Students solve 5 multiple choice problems in which estimating is used with fractions.
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Mind Your P's and C's!
Second graders estimate how much volume a container can hold. In this math lesson, 2nd graders compare their estimates with actual measurements. They share and discuss their results in class.
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Multiplying Decimals and Mixed Numbers
Students multiply decimals and/or mixed numbers. They explore the effects of multiplying decimals and mixed numbers. They practice estimating answers when a number is multiplied by a decimal or mixed number.
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Estimated Quotients Are Too Large or Too Small
In this division worksheet, 5th graders use division to find batting averages in 6 word problems. They divide the number of hits by the number of times at bat to find the quotients.
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Baseball, Race and Ethnicity: Rounding the Bases
Students consider Race and Ethnicity in baseball. In this American history lesson, students examine primary source images of American baseball. They then develop an original argument, pose historical questions and conduct Internet research.
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Rounding Out
Third graders round numbers between 0 and 1000 to the nearest 10 and to the nearest 100.
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Singing a round
Kids use their hands, bodies, and voices to explore the musical concept of a round. They say vegetable words while stomping and clapping out a rhythm in unison and then in a round. They then sing a round while maintaining a steady beat....
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Teddy Bears and Friends
Children begin by making direct comparisons between objects and putting a number of objects into order according to length. They are also introduced to measuring with multi-link cubes which allows them to compare objects which cannot be...
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What is the Average Height of Your Class?
In this statistics lesson, learners use an on-line form generator create a class-specific form, then complete the form, view a graph and data analysis, and draw conclusions.
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Decimal Fractions
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
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Illustrative Mathematics
The Lighthouse Problem
Long considered the symbol of safe harbor and steadfast waiting, the lighthouse gets a mathematical treatment. The straightforward question of distance to the horizon is carefully presented, followed by a look into the...
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Angles - Digger and the Gang
Young scholars explore angle estimation and measurement. In this angle instructional activity, students define obtuse, acute, and right angles, and practice measuring angles using a protractor. Young scholars participate in an online...