Pennsylvania Department of Education
Adding and Subtracting Three-Digit Numbers by Jumping
Second graders use data to graph information and draw conclusions. In this instructional activity on data analysis, 2nd graders practice gathering, sorting, comparing, and graphing data. Students differentiate data that can and cannot...
Curated OER
Multiplication and Addition
Young scholars create their own number line showing the answers if you add the same two numbers together. They do the same for multiplication and compare the two number lines. They answer questions to complete the lesson.
Curated OER
Birds of a Feather
Students investigate birds and complete a variety of bird-themed activities. They read books and observe birds noting their physical characteristics, development and life cycle stages.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Properties Everywhere
Students examine and sort objects by specific attributes and apply prior knowledge. In this properties everywhere lesson, students work in groups to arrange objects in categories then discuss various sorting options while...
Curated OER
Angle Measurement of Aircraft Wings and Tails
Students measure the angles of wings and tails of various aircraft using a protractor. They estimate and check their measurements. They investigate aircraft being developed and tested at NASA Dryden.
Inside Mathematics
Hexagons
Scholars find a pattern from a geometric sequence and write the formula for extending it. The worksheet includes a table to complete plus four analysis questions. It concludes with instructional implications for the teacher.
Curated OER
Rational Numbers
In this rational numbers learning exercise, 9th graders solve and complete 16 different problems that include adding and subtracting various rational numbers. First, they determine the sum or difference for each equation. Then, students...
Curated OER
The Number Tool Box
In this solving a math terms crossword puzzle learning exercise, students read the clues across and down and write the math terms in the blanks. Students write 19 answers.
Curated OER
Beads, Balls, and Beakers
Students analyze the amount of space required to pack round objects. In this geometry lesson, students practice using space economically by practicing packing spheres into beakers. They then translate this concept to molecules being...
Curated OER
How Many Hats?
In this addition worksheet, students complete 5 addition problems by counting hats. This worksheet goes along with the Dr. Seuss book The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins.
Curated OER
Comparing Linear and Exponential Functions
Teach your class how to differentiate between linear and exponential functions. They use exponential properties to solve problems, graph them using the TI-Navigator, and make comparisons.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
A Geometric Scavenger Hunt
Fifth graders connect their knowledge of polygons and polyhedrons. In this geometric shapes lesson, 5th graders identify and classify two- and three-dimensional objects. Students construct a polyhedron out of polygons and describe their...
Curated OER
Building Shapes From Numbers
Learners experience how to illustrate some of the many connections between number and geometry. Through this 2-3 day focus on square numbers and triangular numbers, students make connections among mathematical topics.
Curated OER
Mighty Oaks from Little Acorns
What does it mean to grow? To germinate? For the plan detailed here, class members investigate the growth process of an oak tree while focusing on the beginning stages of planting and germination. They plant seeds and record observations...
Curated OER
Probability and Geometry
Students explore the ways Geometry can help solve probability problems. Students describe platonic solids and practice calculating probability using an online resource. They construct dice with various numbers of sides to demonstrate...
Curated OER
Sampling Distribution of Sample Means
Students collect data and crate a distribution sample. In this statistics lesson, students compare and contrast their collected data. This assignment requires the students to be comfortable with navigating the internet.
Curated OER
Equations and Inequalities
In this equations and inequalities worksheet, students answer multiple choice questions involving properties, solving equations, solving inequalities, and validity of statements.
Curated OER
Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
In this solving equations worksheet, students solve 15 equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign. Students are encouraged to check all solutions.
Curated OER
Complex Numbers
In this complex numbers learning exercise, students simplify 9 problems involving the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of complex numbers.
Curated OER
Hooked On Problem Solving
Fourth graders use properties of operations and problem-solving strategies to do mental calculations, and look for patterns in the solutions. They create an array, using each of the digits 1-9 exactly once to form addition problems...
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Matrices
In this adding and subtracting matrices worksheet, students add 2 sets of matrices and subtract one. They are introduced to the rules of adding and subtracting matrices.
Curated OER
1st Grade Problem Solvers
First graders investigate, represent and solve problems using number facts, operations, and their properties. They solve on-step addition and subtraction number sentences and word problems using concrete materials. Students construct...
Curated OER
Linear Systems: Vector Spaces and Subspaces
In this vector space worksheet, students find the column space of given matrices, the identify the vector space and determine if the matrix is invertible. This four-page worksheet contains approximately six multi-step problems.
Curated OER
Counting and Calculating
In this math worksheet, students follow the basic activities that are shown in the planning guide written for the teacher. The plan is written in the form of a unit.