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Fractions of Numbers
In this fractions of numbers instructional activity, 8th graders solve 20 different problems related to determining various fractions of numbers. First, they determine the fractional part of each number listed. Then, students order the...
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Operations with Radicals
In this operations with radicals worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that include various radicals. First, they perform the indicated operations in each problem. Then, students simplify their answers, some having a...
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Addition & Subtraction 2
In this addition and subtraction worksheet, students solve 4 different types of problems that include adding and subtracting numbers. First, they practice solving a number of addition and subtraction problems. Then, students complete the...
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Equations 1
Students discuss the meaning of balance and how it applies to equations. After listening to a lecture, they practice solving equations with two orders of operation and doing whatever they do on one side to the other side as a class. To...
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Operations of Polynomials
Learners investigate the concept of manipulating polynomials. They go through the process of using algebra tiles in order to practice grouping of like terms and model the solving process.
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Operations For Polynomials
Eighth graders investigate how to combine polynomials using different operations. The use of tiles is done in order to accommodate those who are kinesthetic learners. The sequencing of the activity is easy to follow.
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Number Tick Tack Toe
Students practice basic addition and subtraction facts to twelve. They use high level thinking skills to win at the game of tick tack toe. Students review the rules to the game. They use strategy skills to master the game.
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Math: What's My Rule?
Second graders discuss the reasons for rules after reading Clean Your Room, Harvey Moon. Connecting the need for rules to math, they play a game called What's My Rule? using spinners to apply operations to given numbers. Working in...
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Exploring Integers
Students explore and implement the rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing negative integers. The rules for each of the operations are reviewed and applied to solve a variety of problems.
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Mathematical Properties
Seventh graders discuss the associative property of math. They are to find examples of the property and others. They also write in their journals about what they learned.
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Use A Chair To Teach Math
Students learn basic measuring techniques by measuring a chair. In this measuring lesson plan, students are asked to measure the various parts of a chair, and then record their measurements. Then they have to calculate different math...
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Choose the Operation and Method
For this math operations and methods worksheet, students work out each of the story problems and then fill in the table with the correct information. The table asks for the operation, method, how and answer. There are 3 problems on this...
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Binary Operations
In this binary operations instructional activity, 7th graders solve and complete 12 different problems that include various types of binary operations. First, they determine if the operation used is commutative. Then, students name the...
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Rewrite by Factoring
In this factoring learning exercise, 7th graders solve and complete 20 different problems that include rewriting the expression. They rewrite each expression shown by factoring. Students determine the common factors in each of its terms....
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Subtraction of Matrices
In this subtraction of matrices worksheet, 11th graders solve 10 different problems that include subtracting matrices from others. They determine whether each pair of matrices can be subtracted based on their entry size. Then, students...
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Identifying Multiples
In this identifying multiples worksheet, 6th graders identify and complete 15 different patterns of numbers. They circle all the multiples of each number given. Then, students fill in the missing multiple in each pattern found on the...
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Which Pair?
Middle schoolers 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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Modeling Basic Operations
Eighth graders engage in a lesson plan that investigates basic mathematical operations using a number line. They use props for hands on activities of visualizing the solution to a particular problem.
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Cups and Cubes
Third graders explore the use of cups and counters as a model to analyze the effects of operations. They create and use a rule to create a sequential pattern and use cups and cubes to model the relationship.
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Equivalent forms of Fractions
Fourth graders use kidspiration software to demonstrate understanding of the concept of equivalent fractions. Using a combination of manipulatives, computer software and writing teachers can easily assess student mastery of number sense.
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Beary Good Problem Solvers
First graders role-play addition and subtraction operations with teddy bears. They practice with the bears first, then write and solve the problems.