Paper folding, flu spreading in a school, bacteria growth, and continuously compounded interest all provide excellent models to study exponential functions. This is a comprehensive resource that looks at many different aspects of these...

Explore the concept of polynomials and determine the value and number of zeros for a given polynomial using the Rational Root Theorem. Then graph the polynomials and relate the number of zeroes to the degree of the polynomial.

Explore a few powers of complex numbers numerically and decide if there is a pattern and use parametric equations to represent a complex number graphically. Use De Moivre's theorem to represent the roots of the complex number...

Plant roots are the focus here. Pupils discover that some plants actually store food in their roots, that roots provide water for plants, and that gravity and sunlight have an effect on plants. This terrific, six-page plan has two...

The roots metro/meter and therm are the focus of a vocabulary building presentation that includes concise definitions, color-coded examples, and opportunities for guided and independent practice. Part of a series of roots and affixes...

Exponential functions are the name of the game. Young mathematicians can work through each of the eight worksheets by evaluating functions, applying logarithms, completing logarithmic functions, and building inverse functions. This would...

How many roots can your class identify? Seven activities help learners review Latin roots with matching, fill in the blank, and a crossword puzzle. This activity would be a great homework assignment for multiple days, or a lesson for a...

Who doesn't need to know the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra? Use the theorem to find the roots of a polynomial on a TI calculator. The class explores polynomials with one solution, no real solutions, and two solutions. This less lesson...

Solve two-step equations using order of operation in this algebra activity. Young mathematicians evaluate functions through substitution and apply the properties of exponents and negatives correctly. They complete the order of operation...

Practice root words with this word search worksheet. Young readers locate thirty-five word roots given in the word box. They find the words in a puzzle consisting of fifteen rows and thirty-five columns.

The verbal and quantitative sections of the SAT can be a challenge for even the most erudite logophile. Prepare your test takers for the vocabulary they will encounter on standardized exams by providing them with a helpful list of roots,...

Looking at an image of plant systems with their roots in the ground, learners determine which would be the most or least difficult to pull. They write short sentences describing which plant they chose and why. Intended for 3rd or 4th...

The roots port and voc are the focus of a practice sheet that asks learners to complete a series of sentences using words provided by a word bank.

Hydra/hygiene, Muse/music.  Many English words are built on roots derived from the names of Greek and Roman gods. After examining a list of Greek and Roman gods and the meaning of their names, class members find the root in a list of...

Get out the graph paper; it's time to graph functions! Upper graders solve and graph 10 different problems that include graphing polynomial functions, finding the bounds for x and y that display the basic characteristic of the graph of...

What is a root word? What is a prefix? Suffix? Use these questions to spark a discussion amongst your language art learners. Then, start by writing the word irresistible on the board and have teams of learners attempt to create new words...

Students begin the lesson by completing a pre-assessment to determine where they are in regards to multiplication, division, square roots and powers. In groups, they work together to describe the effect of each operation on rational...

Connect social studies and language arts using this resource. After studying root words, have learners locate five words from their social studies book that have a prefix, suffix, or root word. This puts a new twist on practicing basic...

Reinforce the skill of using properties of exponents to solve problems. Young problem-solvers use addition, subtraction and power rules to solve exponential problems. They analyze the graph and find exponential growth or decay.

Middle schoolers use exponents to calculate and relate the formula for volume in this algebra lesson. They find the volume of different conics, and apply properties of exponents to the real world.

Students differentiate between exponential growth and decay. In this algebra lesson, students solve exponential equations using properties of exponents. They use the Ti calculator to graph and analyze their functions.

Nonverbal, nonfat, nonfiction. The prefix non- (meaning not) is the focus of this affixes presentation that concludes with a check for understanding.

Here is a good, basic, and solid lesson plan on the parts of a plant. Young biologists learn about the parts of a plant, and what each one does. Additionally, learners look at the parts of plants that are used by people and determine...

After a brief review of roots and affixes, partners are asked to choose a root, find words built on that root, and create a Christmas ornament decorated with these words. Beware the typos!