After reading The Mitten by Jan Brett, youngsters willuse the characters in the story to write word problems for addition and subtraction. For example, they may state that a rabbit had 7 carrots and then lost 2, how many were left? There...

Learners complete addition and subtraction activities. In this addition and subtraction lesson, students write a sum with missing numbers or symbols and use parts of their bodies to show the missing symbol or number. Learners guess...

Who knew there were so many fun educational opportunities featuring pasta? Scholars read a brief informational text about the history of pasta (note that "macaroni" is spelled two different ways, so address this if kids are reading...

Scholars explore graphing. They will listen to and sing "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and estimate how many gifts were mentioned in the song. Then complete a data chart representing each gift given in the song. They also construct...

Complete identity and equality property problems in hands-on activities. Smart cookies identify the identity and equality properties. They complete a review of order of operations, watch an online video, and make a foldable with the...

Young learners listen to the book Rooster's Off to See the World, and complete simple math activities using the book. In this simple math lesson, learners read and list the animals in the book. They arrange animal picture squares using...

Pupils complete activities to learn notation and uses for positive and negative numbers. In this number system lesson, learners play a game similar to Jeopardy to learn how to solve problems with positive and negative numbers.

First graders complete subtraction problems on a worksheet that emphasizes taking away members of a group. This is a basic math lesson plan emphasizing the technique of subtraction.The worksheet mentioned in the plan is not provided.

Reading Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday, launches this activity appropriate for children who recognize coins and have been introduced to coin values. Using addition and subtraction skills, the class tracks Alexander’s spending...

How many potatoes tall are you? Unearth this rich resource! A reading of John Coy’s Two Old Potatoes begins a cross-curricular exploration of potatoes. Class members read, write, weigh, measure, and experiment with potatoes. Additional...

Integrate art, math, life science, music, and fun in this beginning addition and subtraction activity. Children kinesthetically represent adding and subtracting numbers to 10; they stand up one at a time as you count forward and sit down...

Inject fun into your math review! Pupils review basic math operations with decimals as well as addition and subtraction with simple fractions. In this number operations lesson, young scholars work in groups to create a game for the math...

Mathematicians use an inquiry method to solve linear equations. In this linear equations lesson, learners practice solving equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve multi-step equations and equations...

The third in a series of 10 STEM project-based lessons focuses on cells types, functions, and physiology. Through research, discussions, writings, and presentations, groups learn about the difference between plant and animal cells, the...

First graders explore the zero property of addition and subtraction through the creation of a class book. Includes an assessment sheet.

Sixth graders complete a pre-test of addition and subtraction of integers, then watch a powerpoint presentation on the concept. In this mathematics lesson, 6th graders draw number lines and chip boards to show the process. Students work...

Read aloud your choice of books about counting on and counting back (a list is provided, or tell stories of your own). Your learners will write horizontal equations to portray what happens in the story. They build a paper chain and...

Fourth graders watch a video and find the circumference of a pumpkin. In this circumference lesson, 4th graders watch a video to help them find the circumference of their pumpkins. Students define the word circumference on their data...

Second graders find the net weight of a grocery item by weighing it with the tear. In this weight measurement lesson, 2nd graders bring in cans of food and watch a video about weight measurement. Students review the meanings of gross,...

Students read the book "Blueberries for Sal" and complete various computation math activities with blueberries. For this computation lesson, students complete number sentences, play guessing games, and solve story problems using...

Discover the concept of fractions by using fruit as a model. Scholars discover fractions are part of a whole, similar to the pieces of fruit which are placed in front of them. They then cut up several different types of fruit and discuss...

Young scholars compare and contrast number systems from around the world. They study the decimal system to design and create their own base 10 sticks. Afterward, they use base 10 sticks to solve various addition and subtraction problems.

Young scholars measure and problem solve to fabricate a multi-step, interactive math-learning tool. They calculate correct number bonds (equations) while using their number wheels. Students comprehend that addition and subtraction are...

Students choose a travel destination in another culture, create a list of items needed, obtain prices, and research the climate and traditional clothing in the culture. They create an imaginary travel budgets--with which they calculate...