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The Golden Ratio

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate a ratio found in nature and in numerous pieces of artwork throughout history. The lesson is cross-curricular and builds a sense of appreciation of design for students.
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Quilting with Middle School Students: Using Proportionality to Develop Quilt Designs

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use quilt patterns to illustrate ratios. In this fractions activity, students color quilt patterns using given fractions and ratios of colors. A finished "quilt" is assembled from the work of the students. This is an...
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The World in a Classroom

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students calculate percentages of different kinds of people in the world. In this diversity lesson plan, students will see the percentages of different people and different incomes based on if the world only had 100 people in it.
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"Ex-SPAN-D" Your Math by Traveling Over the Chesapeake Bay

For Students 6th - 9th
In this math lesson, students calculate the cost of bridge construction and time of completion. They solve and write short answers to 5 questions using mathematical operations.
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Paper Towel Structure

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students investigate technology and its purpose in the workplace. In this geometry lesson, students design and build a paper towel structure to investigate motion and forces. They are given a restricted weight and asked to build their...
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Cartoon Fractions

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore mathematics by viewing cartoons. In this math functions lesson, students read several "Peanut" cartoons on their worksheets as they solve fraction problems and compare them to the comic strip. Students utilize addition,...
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Making the Connection: Math and Architecture

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Taking a walk around you town center can turn into a lesson about math and architecture.
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Manatee Endangered

For Teachers 5th - 8th
High schoolers (or middle schoolers) research the endangered manatee and the Endangered Species Act. They choose a local animal that is threatened or endangered and attempt to find out what is being done to protect it. Short, but sweet,...
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Introduction to Probability in Seven Exercise Sets and Seventy Problems

For Students 6th - 8th
In this probability activity, middle schoolers use the rules of probability to calculate the likelihood of an event to occur in seven exercise sets and seventy problems. Examples, definitions, and formulas are provided.
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Holey Clamshells

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students analyze data to make hypotheses and conclusions regarding the predator/prey relationship between moon snail and surf clams.
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Saving For Your Future

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine their long-term financial goals and research the costs of their goals and investment strategies for meeting them. They identify their goals for the future, conduct Internet research on prices for items on their list,...
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The Statistics Sampler

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Students define sample, describe a random sample, and discuss what compromises a sample. They determine a sample size to estimate a population characteristic with confidence.
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the concept of the Pythagorean Theorem. After conducting independent practice to find the hypotenuse of a triangle, they work with the teacher using examples in the lesson plan. The direct instruction is delivered...
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Candy is Dandy

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students investigate color distribution in bags of M&Ms They sort and classify the contents of a bag of M&Ms and summarize their findings on a worksheet. Students convert the numbers into charts and make predictions about color...
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Exploring Roman Numerals

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students construct their own knowledge of Roman numerals by using a Roman numeral calculator on their handhelds. They review the values of Roman numerals. Students explain patterns in Roman numerals, compare and contrast Roman numerals...
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Leveled Problem Solving Sampling Methods

For Students 6th - 7th
In this sampling methods activity, students solve the six problems using sampling methods and determining if the results are biased or unbiased.
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Motion of a Bowling Ball

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Young scholars experiment with distance, speed, and motion by graphing the motion of a bowling ball. In this distance versus time graphing lesson, students observe the speed and distance of a rolling ball and graph their findings. They...
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Private Sector Enticing Public into Final Frontier

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars study entrepreneurship in space. For this space science lesson, students discuss an article provided and explain why their senses are important to finding opportunities. Young scholars list three possible opportunities in...
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The Coyote Population: Kansas Prairies

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students discover animal lifestyles by researching their ecosystem. In this animal statistics lesson, students research the geography of Kansas and discuss the reasons why wild animals survive in the open Kansas fields. Students complete...
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Jazz and Math: The Beat Goes On

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students collect real data through listening, counting and timing jazz pieces.They use ratios, rates, and proportions to report collected data and demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of rhythm and tempo in music.
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Sudoku Puzzle

For Teachers 4th - 10th
Students complete a Sudoku puzzle using their math skills. After listening to the rules of Sudoku and observing a demonstration, students use the process of elimination and other methods to complete puzzles. They explore how the...
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Not So Snappy 1

For Students 6th - 8th
For this mathematical operations (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) worksheet, middle schoolers solve 6 word problems demonstrating their understanding of the concept.
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Teaching Ideas and Resources

For Students 1st - 7th
In this teacher website, teachers have access to a variety of tools and resources. Teachers can utilize plans, lessons, and worksheets in all subject areas.
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Energetic Citizenship

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students analyze how to use less energy. In this energy conservation lesson, students discuss fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs and experiment to examine the energy of both sources using thermometers. Students complete the Wattage...

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