Students calculate the surface area and volume of a sphere. In this geometry lesson plan, students define nets, surface areas and volume of prisms, pyramids, cylinders and cones. They use the computer to create nets and analyze shapes.

Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction activity, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...

Students use a migration map to estimate the distance traveled by a bird while migrating south. After calculating accurate estimates of the distance traveled, students compare the distances traveled with the amount of time elapsed.

Fifth graders are given a set of manipulatives to use to develop patterns. In groups, they follow the directions to determine which blocks go with which pattern and put them into the correct sequence. To end the lesson, they complete a...

Sixth graders investigate the concepts of a variable, constant, expressions, and equations. They solve problems which require the interpretation of expressions in and out of equations looking for solutions. Students also use a balance...

Young scholars explore the concept of adding integers.  In this adding integers lesson, young scholars simulate the battle of the 300 spartans at Thermopylae.  Young scholars use colored game pieces to represent positive and...

Students experience graphing points.  In this graphing points lesson, students play an on-line game where they must name 10 coordinate pairs correctly.  Students play a maze game where they maneuver a robot using coordinate...

Third graders explore their addition and subtraction skills. In this number sense lesson, 3rd graders analyze different scoring possibilities for a basketball game. This lesson incorporates the use a video titled "Blossom and...

Students collect and analyze voltage data. In this math instructional activity, students investigate exponential functions using the TI and a Voltage Probe. They graph their data and analyze it using a table.

Students perform translations on different polygons. In this geometry lesson, students create figures that will be used as an assessment to represent transformation. They perform hands on creation and relate it to the real world.

Student study addition properties. For this addition properties lesson, students use multiple methods to solve various types of problems. Students illustrate and describe in various ways the Commutative Property of Addition....

Students identify, model, and label simple fractions. They describe and define them as equal parts of a whole, a region and a set. Students use words to describe fractions. They use manipulatives to explore the many different fractions.

Young scholars use technology to input, retrieve, organize, manipulate, evaluate, and communicate information; apply appropriate technologies to critical thinking, creative expression, and decision-making skills. They collect and explore...

Sixth graders determine appropriate scales when graphing data. In this graphing lesson, 6th graders use an the applet "Graph It" to determine what is an appropriate scale for their data.

Young scholars calculate how many quarters are in a $1,000 bag (after learning the dollar value of filled coin bags). They explain their problem-solving strategy using pictures, numbers, equations, and/or words.

Learners understand, use, and compute basic probability.

Students use color-cued fraction strips and a color-cued numberline to develop basic fraction concepts and correct sequencing. They complete a worksheet using equivalent fractions to solve the problems.

Students watch the video Alexander Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday.

Students use Venn diagrams to represent classifications of shapes and to use counting arguments to find the number of objects in a given set.

Fourth graders measure the height and arm span of various classmates. They use a spreadsheet to design a graph that shows the class measurements from tallest to shortest in metric and standard systems.

Students discover patterns and sequences. They use a website to explore patterns and fractals. Students share their discovery of fractals and their patterns with the class. They develop a list of patterns used in everyday life.

High schoolers are introduced to the Pythagorean theorem. They use three different activities that give students the opportuntiy to observe triangles, and use the Pythagorean theorem and practice different ways of determining areas of...

Middle schoolers are introduced to the notion of surface area and volume. Students review surface area and volume by finding the area of a two-dimensional shape. They practice using the computer to create different surface area shapes.

Students are introduced to the concept of linear functions. Using new terminology, they describe linear functions in sentences and in data tables. Using the internet, they calculate and record answers to problems which are discussed...