Students identify and use properties of similar figures. For this geometry lesson, students use proportions of the sides of triangles to solve triangular relationships. They use soda can as their visuals.

Students figure out the mileage from one state to another using a map. In this map lesson, students look at the scale factor and turn it into a fraction. They measure the distance between two cities and use the proportion to find the...

Learners differentiate between similar and congruent triangles. In this geometry lesson, students identify the missing side and angle of a triangle. They identify the different ratio and proportion of the sides of a triangle.

In this ratios learning exercise, students complete the ratios of quantities of money, time, and measurements in the lowest terms. Students complete 8 problems total on this learning exercise.

Students compare two lengths using the area of a square. In this geometry lesson, students solve problems using ratio and proportion of the two shapes. They solve equations by taking the square root of both sides.

In this rates and ratios activity, students complete tables given rates. This activity contains seven multi-part problems where students discover the steps to ratio problems.

Learners complete several activities that have to do with aging.  In this body changes lesson students take group averages, measure flexibility and see their changes over time.

Seventh graders study ratios, scale and distances according to a three dimensional model.  For this exploratory lesson students create their own constellation and prepare an oral presentation that describes their model. 

In this rate, ratio, and proportion worksheet, 7th graders solve ten multiple-choice problems.  The solutions are provided by clicking on the "show answers" on the bottom of the page.

Pupils study proportions. In this mathematics instructional activity, students measure their body length, head length, and ratio of their body, write their findings on a group chart, and discuss how a person's head size or arm span are...

Students investigate the currency exchange rate.  In this middle school mathematics lesson, student use proportions to exchange between the U.S. dollar and the euro.  Students come up with a product they would like to buy and...

Students investigate currency and exchange rates.  In the middle school mathematics instructional activity, students use ratio and proportion to convert from one type of currency to another.  Students solve problems involving...

Students use ratio and proportions to adjust recipe size.  In this middle school mathematics lesson, students investigate Native American food and adjust the recipe size for said foods to the number of servings needed to feed the...

Learners investigate ratio and proportion.  In this middle school mathematics lesson, students write ratios and find equal ratios.  Learners use ratio and proportion to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy body proportions.

For this Carrie the camel worksheet, students determine the number of bananas the camel can carry over a specified period of time, ar distinctive rate, and under given circumstances.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 word...

In this similarity worksheet, students identify similar shapes.  They determine the scale factor of the similar shapes and find their volume and area.  Students enlarge shapes according to the given scale factor.  They...

In this area of a circle activity, students determine the ratio of common area when two circles overlap and each passes through the center of the other. A detailed sollution is included.

Students use their knowledge of fractions and ratios to build gingerbread houses. In this fractions and ratios lesson plan, students use graham crackers, milk cartons, icing, and more.

Seventh graders construct a three dimensional model of a constellation. In this constellation lesson, 7th graders make a blueprint for a scale model of the constellation and create their models. They present their models to the class.

In this ratw of work and motion worksheet, students solve 14 word problems. Six of the problems are labeled class work, and 8 are labeled homework. Answers to all problems are included at the bottom of the page.

Eighth graders explore congruent and similar figures.  In this eighth grade geometry lesson, 8th graders use geoboards to create congruent and similar figures and explore the relationships between the sides and angles. 

Seventh graders determine the fairness of various games.  In this determining the fairness of various games lesson, 7th graders use spinners, dice, and rock,paper, scissors to play various chance games.  Students determine if...

In this ratios worksheet, students divide 2 digit numbers into ratios of one digit numbers. Students complete 6 problems total.

In this ratios worksheet, learners answer true or false to the ratios in each problem whether they are correct or not. Students complete 10 problems dealing with numbers less than 30.