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SQRQCQ
Fifth graders discover a method to solve word problems. In this 5thgrade math lesson, 5th graders learn the steps of SQRQCQ (survey, question, reread, question, compute, question. Students practice using the method to solve word problems.
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Show Me The Money
Students use "play money" as manipulatives, moving from coin identification to coin combinations totaling one dollar. They combine classroom work with Internet sites. Students use a buddy system to practice writing and solving word...
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Word Ladders
In this secondary mathematics worksheet, students follow Lewis Carroll’s rules to solve Word Ladders. The one page worksheet contains two word ladder problems. Solutions are provided.
EngageNY
Polynomial, Rational, and Radical Relationships
This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...
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Write Zeroes in the Dividend
Here is a fine presentation on the finer points of solving a long division problem. Mathematicians are introduced to the divisor, the quotient, and the dividend. They are shown the series of steps necessary to solve these types of...
Macmillan Education
Critical Thinking
Encourage learners to think deeply about the information they read or hear. Through a series of life skills worksheets, your pupils will consider the need for objectivity, identifying missing information, and problem solving.
EngageNY
Writing Equations Using Symbols
Build upon prior equation writing experience to create more complicated equations. Lesson one in a 33-part unit builds upon the class members' sixth and seventh grade experience of writing linear equations. Several examples...
American Statistical Association
Step into Statastics
Class members study the size of classmates' feet and perform a statistical analysis of their data. They solve for central tendencies, quartiles, and spread for the entire group as well as subgroups. They then write a conclusion based on...
Scholastic
Study Jams! Single-Digit Division
Learning the algorithm for long division is no easy task, but this resource helps to break the process into manageable steps. Beginning with an explanation of basic division vocabulary, this presentation goes on to model long division...
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Hot Air Ballooning: Exploring Charles' Law
Students solve word problems dealing with Charles' Law. In this Charles' Law lesson, students observe PowerPoint presentations concerning Charles' Law. They complete a WebQuest and describe the relationship between hot air balloons and...
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The Bellman Problem
For this bellman worksheet, students use addition and subtraction to total expenditures. They read a word problem and write an equation to solve it. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. The answer is...
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SAT problem solving practice test
In this algebra and geometry worksheet, students review concepts dealing with angles, lines and basic word problems. They practice answering questions similar to the ones on the SAT.
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students write the algebraic equation to determine the number of weeks money must be saved to purchase a yo-yo. In this algebra lesson plan, students create a pattern of one penny surrounded by six pennies. They continue the pattern and...
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The 100 Meter Race Problem
In this meter worksheet problem, students read a word problem and interpret a graph. They use the derived information to determine time and distance. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. Answers are...
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Making Movies
Students use interactive white boards to solve math problems. In this math problems lesson plan, students produce math casts where they can solve problems, write out descriptions, and communicate what they know and do not know on the...
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Let Algebra Tiles Solve Equations for You
Students practice solving algebra equations utilizing model tiles. In this algebra lesson, students observe a clip from the movie Homeward Bound and break the action down into an algebraic equation. Students solve an algebra...
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Using a Calculator - Percentages and Square Roots
In this math worksheet, students use a calculator to solve 14 problems that involve square roots, powers, division, addition with fractions, percentages, and multiple step problems with parentheses.
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The Play
Middle schoolers work together to solve word problems. They examine the concepts of functions and relations. They develop plans for roles in the play they are creating.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Addition & Subtraction of Decimals
So current with preteens is the topic of downloading tunes into their computers! In a relatable lesson, viewers are taught to figure out if Zoe can afford to purchase two songs if she has $3.00 left to her credit. Mia talks them through...
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More on Rounding Whole Numbers
In this rounding worksheet, students solve 6 word problems where they must round numbers between 6 and 9 digits to the nearest thousand, ten-thousand, hundred-thousand, ten-million or hundred-million in order to arrive at a solution.
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Solve Five Quadratic Equations Using the Quadratic Formula
In this solving quadratic equations learning exercise, students solve five quadratic equations by using the quadratic formula. Students also review using the discriminant, solving by factoring, and solving by completing the...
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Solving Multiple-Step Problems
Students solve multiple-step math problems. In this mathematics instructional activity, students complete a word problem worksheet that requires the use of addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to solve.
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Rounding and Estimation
Fifth graders participate in a lesson plan that is focused on rounding and estimating using word problems. They review how to read word problems, find the right operator, and use the new skills to solve problems.
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Writing and Solving Equations
Fifth graders explore equations. In this solving equations activity, 5th graders examine visual examples of writing and solving equations. Students also practice solving problems that their instructors model.