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Math: "Scales"
Third graders investigate ratios and rates. In this third grade mathematics lesson, 3rd graders identify equal ratios and rate and test for proportionality. This lesson is created to be use in conjunctions with a particular...
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Around and Around We Go
Fourth graders discover that a polygon is a closed figure formed by line segments, and that the perimeter of a polygon is the sum of the lengths of its sides. They utilize a worksheet imbedded in this plan to gain lots of practice with...
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Operating the spectrophotometer
Working in small groups, students explore the operation of spectrophotometer. Using the spectrophotometer, they investigate Beer's Law with everyday items.
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Learning by Sorting
Pupils sort Lego Duplo pieces after determining the attributes to classify them by. They work in pairs to sort a group of Duplo pieces and explain their process to others.
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Time Problems
Students make sensible estimates and check for reasonable results. They also solve problems with positive and negative integers using practical activities or models as needed.
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Summer Term Math Assessment
For this math worksheet, students assess their math skills by completing a comprehensive worksheet covering ordering and comparing numbers, place value, fractions, basic operations, word problems, geometry, time and measurement. On the...
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Wings and Othe Things
Pupils work in groups that are engaged in different activities at different times. They watch the video "Madagascar" and collect data pertaining to the Fish Eagle's arm spam. They work together to perform mathematical computations such...
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Multiplying Decimals
In this math activity, students practice multiplication of decimals. Students begin by multiplying whole numbers by decimals, then decimal numbers by decimals, up to the thousandths place. The problems are written both in horizontal and...
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Venn Diagrams & Word Problems
Students explore the concept of Venn Diagrams through word problems. In this Venn Diagram lesson, students solve word problems about groups of people using Venn Diagrams. Students use survey results about MySpace and Facebook in a Venn...
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Halloween Math Lesson Plan
Students practice their multiplication and division by creating a Witches Brew. In this holiday math lesson, students utilize Halloween style ingredients to create a fun edible treat for themselves. Students practice their...
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Products, Multiples, Factors
In this products, multiples, and factors worksheet, students complete various activities where they solve problems for products, multiples, and factors of numbers. Students complete 14 problems.
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Introducing the Concept: Rates
Sixth graders explore rates as a specific type of ratio, using visual examples of unit rates and unit prices to increase comprehension. They also practice solving problems that are modeled by the instructor. The well-scripted lesson is...
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Mastering Math Vocabulary of Prime and Composite Numbers Using Venn Diagrams
Create Venn diagrams. Your class will discover the relationships between even and prime numbers. Next, they will compare that to the relationship between odd and composite numbers.
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Task: Grain Storage
Farming is full of mathematics, and it provides numerous real-world examples for young mathematicians to study. Here, we look at a cylinder-shaped storage silo that has one flat side. Given certain dimensions, learners need to determine...
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Fraction Message
Students practice identifying fractional parts represented in pictures and phrases. In this fraction lesson, students determine the proportion represented by common time and money phrases such as "3 hours in a day". Students match their...
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Money Maters: Integers are Integral!
A thoroughly-written lesson plan and a plethora of worksheets about integers comprise this resource. Neophyte number crunchers learn to recognize integers, add and subtract them, and apply the concepts to the designing of a personal...
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Creative Homework Assignments Can Motivate Students
Teachers can make homework more meaningful by giving students interesting and motivating assignments.
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Galaxies to Scale
In this scales and galaxies worksheet, students solve 7 problems including finding the size of galaxies in comparison to other galaxies and drawing scale models of the given galaxies to show their relative sizes and shapes.
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Fences
Pupils design a fence for a backyard pool. Scholars develop a fence design based on given constraints, determine the amount of material they need, and calculate the cost of the project.
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Math Handbook: Calculus
If only there was a reference that listed all the formulas covered in calculus. Luckily, there is. This comprehensive 197-page handbook provides formulas and explanations for all topics in AP Calculus or in a standard college calculus...
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Who Wants Pizza?
Students practice fraction skills online at the "Want Some Pizza" website. They complete activities via the internet and on square grid paper. They pull down tabs to check their answers.
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Order of Operations
In this order of operations worksheet, students solve complex problems where they practice using the order of operations. Students complete 7 problems.
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Misconceptions: Multiplications Can Increase or Decrease a Number
In this misconceptions of multiplication worksheet, students read questions, then common misconceptions and their corrections and complete follow-up exercises.
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Government
Second graders run for various offices. They dress up like a politician, pretend to be running for an office, and tell the students why they should vote for him/her. They explain why it is necessary for a community to have a government