Fourth graders explore number sense by completing word problems in class. In this estimation lesson, 4th graders define terms such as sum, difference, estimate and best. Students complete estimating worksheets based on the concept of...

Students set up and solve a system of quadratic inequalities related to real-world situations.

Learners explore the concept of factoring trinomials.  In this factoring trinomials lesson, young scholars use the Mack Method to factor trinomials.  Learners watch a video on how to factor a trinomial with a coefficient of 1...

Students examine and discuss the Morse Code. In small groups they develop messages using Morse code and take turns decipering the messages.

Learners create their own "weather" map using data from x-ray sources. They analyze and discuss why it is important to organize data in a fashion in which is easy to read. They compare and contrast different x-ray sources using a stellar...

Eighth graders practice calculating problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They estimate solutions to algebraic problems. They also graph their solutions.

Fifth graders use the guess and check technique to solve a problem involving transformations. They work with a grid and criteria provided by the teacher to solve a sequence with black and white rows.

Students examine the steps to problem-solving and apply them to real-life situations. They discuss the five-step problem-solving chart, observe and record conflicts for three days, and list and discuss how they would solve the conflicts.

Cooking often requires one to measure out ingredients. Build an understanding of relative measurements as well as a reference for future cooking projects with your special needs class. In a small group, you'll discuss various measurement...

Everyone gets frustrated from time to time. You may not be able to control the way you feel, but you can definitely learn to control the way you act in times of frustration. A helpful instructional activity on self control encourages...

Second graders study movements. In this dance lesson, 2nd graders draw patterns selecting one to represent through movement with their body.

Seventh graders brainstorm about problems with a school track. They research different possibilities for a solution. They test different track materials with erosion, durability, abrasiveness and resiliency. They determine the area,...

Students view butterflies and participate in a butterfly activity to learn needed vocabulary. In this butterfly life cycle lesson, students access prior knowledge of butterflies.  Students listen to a butterfly life cycle book....

Young scholars explore the concept of patterning using musical instruments. In this music lesson plan, students identify several instruments and practice playing patterns with them. Young scholars identify the patterning in a musical piece.

Learners explore the ocean in this earth science lesson. They use the Internet to gather information on parts of the ocean including the beach, ocean floor, continental shelf, trenches, and the animals that inhabit these parts.

Students engage in a series of loco-motor activities based on shapes. For this loco-motor lesson, students demonstrate physical skills through races, jumping, hopping, galloping in circles, squares, rectangles and triangles.

Investigate vertically opposite, corresponding, and alternate angles formed by parallel lines and a transversal using this highly interactive Learn Alberta math. Be sure to follow the link to the printable activities, solutions, learning...

Break down numbers as a strategy to multiply one-digit by three-digit numbers and two-digit by two-digit numbers.

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The students will critically think through the traditional algorithm for addition and compare to an alternative strategy.