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Equivalent Fractions

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study equivalent fractions. They explore equivalent fractions in a story problem. After a discussion of strategies, 7th graders determine how to compare and simplify fractions. To reinforce the class discussion,...
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Three Squirrels and a Pile of Nuts

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners solve story problems using a spreadsheet in combination with various problem-solving strategies. Working in teams of three, students create attempt to solve a story problem using three different methods; using manipulative,...
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Mr. P's ShoppingTrip

For Students 7th - 9th
In this shopping trip activity, students read given facts and determine amount of money in hand prior to a shopping trip.  This one-page activity contains 1 multi-step problem using logic and algebraic reasoning.  The answer is provided.
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United States Population: Using Quadratic Models

For Students 6th - 12th
In this United States population worksheet, students solve word problems about the United States population by using the quadratic formula. Students complete 6 problems.
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The Sum of All Angles

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students add up the different angles using the angle addition postulate. In this geometry lesson, students differentiate between interior and exterior angles. They calculate the different angles for triangles and use proof to show their...
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Points in the Complex Plane -- Lab

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers review the lecture portion of this lesson. Individually, they graph various points on a complex plane and identify conjugates based on their location on the graphs. They complete a worksheet and review their answers to...
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Points in a Complex Plane -- Lecture

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students review plotting points on a coordinate plane. Individually, they add and subtrace complex numbers and graph them in a complex plane. They follow along a worksheet while their teacher lectures on the new material and solve...
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2 X 2 Linear Systems

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars solve 2 X 2 systems using graphing and algebraic methods.
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Think Differently

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Young scholars will think differently to solve a problem and create a personal action plan to reduce GHG emissions. They evaluate their plan using a decision grid and sign a pledge committing to taking personal action.
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Aldridge Sawmill - The Story in Numbers

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders practice math skills while becoming familiar with Texas' "Boom & Bust" economy and the natural history of the east Texas Piney Woods. They utilize worksheets and websites imbedded in this plan.
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Create a Full-Scale Layout of the International Space Station

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students work together to convert scale dimensions to determine the true size of the International Space Station. They create a full-scale outline of the station. They share their layout with the class.
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Aldridge Sawmill - The Story in Numbers

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders view overhead maps of Texas, explore history of Aldrige Sawmill, and practice math skills while becoming familiar with Texas' "Boom & Bust" economy and natural history of east Texas Piney Woods.
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Aldridge Sawmill -- The Story in Numbers

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders view a recent transparency of the average rainfall zones of the state of Texas. Using another transparency, they identify the Piney Woods subregion of the Gulf Coastal Plain and locate national forests and sawmills. ...
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Parts Per Million

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students perform serial dilution of food coloring experiment with partner, examine concentration levels, and differentiate parts per million (PPM) and parts per billion (PPB). Students complete pre-lab and post-lab questions and data table.
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The Calendar Cube Problem

For Students 7th - 12th
In this calendar cube problem, students use cubes to spell months and digits of the year.  They use five cubes to display 366 days correctly.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem.  The answer is found at the bottom of the page.
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Calculate Your Contribution

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students assess the environmental impact of their transportation choices. They keep a transportation journal and use a website to calculate vehicle emissions for themselves and their class. They evaluate their transportation choices.
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem.  For this solving right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem lesson, students find the missing side of a right triangle.  Students find the hypotenuse given two legs of a...
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Hockey Problem

For Students 6th - 8th
In this hockey problem activity, students solve 1 problem by filling in missing categories in a table.  Students determine missing information about hockey teams' wins/losses given limited information.
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Which Pair?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students practice solving equations adding decimals and integers. Using a worksheet, they identify which pair of numbers goes correctly with the problem. They review their answers and are graded based a rubric given to them.
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Calculating Your Travel GHGs

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students calculate the amount of greenhouse gases they produce in a given day. Using an equation, they determine the emissions for different sized vehicles and calculate the amount resulting from a family vacation. They create a class...
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Paper Packaging Design

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discuss the relationship between technology and manufacturing. They then use their ideas to construct a model of a paper board carton package. Next they view a PowerPoint presentation to learn about the history of packaging...
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Squares and Square Roots II

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students evaluate squares and square roots. Through practice, they discover the inverse relationship between squares and square roots. Students take notes, solve square root and square root problems, and classify numbers as rational or...
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Rice Problem

For Students 6th - 8th
In this measurement conversion worksheet, students solve and complete 35 different problems. First, they read the passage and determine if they could have passed the examination described. Then, students find how much processed rice a...
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Words for Algebra

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students rewrite word problems using symbols. For this algebra lesson, students relate algebra to the real world. They identify the correct steps to take when solving word problems.