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PPT
Curated OER

Jeopardy

For Teachers 6th - 8th
An unusually challenging Jeopardy-style game is here for your charges. All sorts of high-level algebraic terminology, concepts, and problem solving are embedded in the game. There is even a Final Jeopardy clue. I have found these...
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Interactive
Scholastic

Study Jams! Addition & Subtraction Equations

For Students 5th - 7th Standards
Zoe is decorating a cake for her grandpa's birthday and needs to know how many more candles to add. Follow along as she explains how to set up and solve algebraic equations in this step-by-step presentation. Equations with negative...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Law of Exponents

For Students 8th - 10th
Using the workspace provided, learners solve five equations that utilize the law of exponents. Answers are provided.   
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Monster Frog Function Machine

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Elementary schoolers use a function machine in order to help them look at the relationship between input and output, and to look at the rule for the change. The machine is actually a cardboard box, and it serves quite well for the lesson...
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PPT
Curated OER

Exploring Square Roots and the Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 5th - 6th
For learners of algebra, this presentation could be of good use. They are coached on the basics of how to calculate square roots and perfect squares, and they are shown the intriciacies of the Pythagorean Theorem. There are many practice...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Tortoise And The Hare

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use the children's story of The Tortoise And The Hare in order to investigate the graphing of equations. The story is converted to an algebraic word problem for them to solve. Students investigate the relationships of data and...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introducing y = mx + b

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Middle and high schoolers use the slope intercept form to graph a line. In this algebra lesson, pupils rewrite equations from standard form to y-intercept form. They use the slope and y-intercept to graph a line without making a table of...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Representation of Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars use a table, graph or equation to represent a quadratic function. In this algebra lesson, students model and graph with quadratic function. They become comfortable representing quadratics using different methods.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Coded Messages

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve matrices by multiplication. In this algebra lesson, students create coded messages and relate it to solving matrices. They multiply and find the inverse of matrices.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

The Bike Problem

For Students 8th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems, as they relate percents to real life scenarios. They calculate the cost of the bike including how much discount he got for his bike. There is an answer key for this problem.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students add fractions with unlike denominators. In this algebra instructional activity, students add fractions after finding a common denominator. They review rules for having common denominators.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Rational Numbers

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Young scholars investigate rational numbers in this algebra lesson plan. They graph systems of equations and use technology to find the point of intersection. They need a TI for this assignment.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Real World Systems of Linear Equations

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve systems of equations with fluency. In this algebra lesson, students graph, use elimination and substitution to solve systems of equations. They identify the point of intersection using algebra.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Between The Extremes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars analyze graphs for specific properties. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations and graph using the TI calculator. They find the different changes that occur in each graph,including maximum and minimum.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graph Paper

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students are given pre-made graph paper. In this algebra lesson, students are given copies of graph paper that can be used to plot points on a coordinate plane already measured out.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Review of Systems of Equations

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students work to complete various algebraic equations using different methods. Given a word problem, students create a poster identifying the various parts of the equation as well as the solution to the problem. Posters are presented...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary

For Teachers 1st
First graders use simple vegetable cut out and colored paper flower peddles to make simple patterns. They start out with a simple 2-element patterns around the theme of a daisy and increase in difficulty.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Order of Operations H

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, learners solve the five problems using the order of operations to simplify the expression. The answers are found on page two.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Extreme Elevations Student Worksheet 3

For Teachers 7th - 8th
In this algebra worksheet, students work in order to perform the operation of subtraction in ten problems. They could also be introduced to addition of the opposite values.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mach Number Problem Set

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read a textbook about aerodynamics. They find out the definition of Mach number. They complete problems designed to demonstrate their ability to solve Mach number equations.
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Interactive
Government of Alberta

Learn Alberta: Math Interactives: Exploring Algebra

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
This interactive Learn Alberta math resource offers a hands-on venue to explore and interpret word problems by evaluating and solving equations. Be sure to follow the links to the printable activities, solutions, learning strategies, and...
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Lesson Plan
NASA

Nasa: Exploring Space Through Algebra

For Teachers 9th - 10th
These lesson plans allow students to learn about space exploration while refining their math skills. Each activity provides instructions for both the educator and student.
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Activity
Mathematics Archives

Math Archives: Eccentricity in Polar Conics

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Good site explaining Eccentricity in Polar Conics. The site is quite detailed.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Reading a Thermometer

For Students 3rd - 8th
In this video segment from Cyberchase, the CyberSquad learns how to read a thermometer as they try to keep their chocolate sculpture from melting.