Students use a game to establish the context of solving problems in a systematic and mathematical fashion. They also solve various types of equations to find reasonable solutions.

Students use logic and reasoning to answer problems. Through interpreting information and results in the context to examine patterns. They examine how to solve the problems using strategy in mathematics.

Students separate plastics according to their densities, develop a method for separation and identify variables in an experiment and a fair test, changing only one variable at a time for a fair comparison. After testing, they develop a...

Seventh graders use Microsoft Excel to examine fractions, percents and decimals. Using the data, they draw fractions and use graphs to discover all three are the same only represented in a different way. They use the internet to complete...

Fourth graders devise and use problem solving strategies to explore situations mathematically (guess and check, make a drawing, use equipment). The use of logical reasoning is a focus of this lesson.

Fifth graders determine what it takes for a sequence of numbers to carry on infinitely. They examine patterns that can be made using linear combinations of 4 and 7 based on the use of four cent and seven cent stamps. They use appropriate...

Students, in groups, identify examples of shapes around the school site. They take digital pictures of these shapes and use them to construct a class book.

Students identify triangles, circles, and squares, then show their understanding of patterns by continuing a pattern that contains three different elements. They utilize worksheets imbedded in this plan to practice using these shapes.

Young scholars estimate how many games are played if six teams play each other once. They investigate their own way and discuss possible strategies they might use. They then share their findings with the class.

Ninth graders assess the accuracy and reliability of current survey data and how it is represented. They design a survey, collect data, and use technology to analyze the data and present the results. Students examine scatter plots and...

Students illustrate the concept of balancing equations using a Four-Pan Algebra Balance. In this balancing lesson, students visualize why it is necessary to add or subtract the same quantity on both sides of an equation when solving...

Learners explore the concept of the Pythagorean Theorem.  In this Pythagorean Theorem lesson plan, students discuss how the Pythagorean Theorem is used in their lives.  Learners imagine building a lean-to that is 3 ft. high and...

Students explore patterns that involve doubling numbers. In this multiple patterns lesson, students use objects to explore these patterns while recording them using a table. Students recognize even and odd number patterns while applying...

First graders demonstrate an understanding of subtracting one from a number of ten or less using manipulatives, work with calculators to solve subtraction problems, and create subtraction number sentences to solve on the calculator.

Young scholars research the products of countries in Central and South America. t research which products from the countries they represent are imported to the United States. They create tables and/or graphs to indicate annual totals.

Young scholars cut and paste items to go with price tags, then swap with another student and purchase each item to show an understanding of pennies and nickels by recording correct combinations of coins.

First graders investigate the missing numbers on an equation chart in order to practice their addition and subtraction skills. They work with sums up to twenty and use up to twenty objects to work with subtraction equations. They listen...

Young scholars describe three different categories to sort into. They sort these clothes into these three chosen categories. After asking questions the student divide the clothes.

Learners discuss the subject of coins and heads and tails. They work in groups to solve Fran's problem concentrating on the fact that the coins are in a row. Any group that finishes early can try the Extension problem.

Fifth graders use the guess and check technique to solve a problem involving transformations. They work with a grid and criteria provided by the teacher to solve a sequence with black and white rows.

Sixth graders apply problem solving strategies to work with a real life situation in which they need to determine the area. They determine the area of chicken runs that are rectangular in shape when give a partial perimeter.

Students use an Internet tool, "The Take-Away Bar" to solve subtraction problems by breaking them into parts. They write and solve comparison problems. Students make sensible estimates and check the reasonableness of answers. They use...

Students watch a series of programs from NASA titled "Earth From Space". After viewing the program, they identify ways NASA is researching the reasons why the Earth is changing. They discuss the various levels of the atmosphere and...

Students watch programs from a series titled "Planetary Landers". As a class, they view a poster of various vehicles that have made their way into space. In groups, they brainstorm the characteristics that should be included when...