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Working With Scientific Notation
In this scientific notation instructional activity, students read about the discovery of new planets. They use scientific notation to identify the number of miles from one planet to the next. Students determine how long it would take to...
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Three Squirrels and a Pile of Nuts
Students solve story problems using a spreadsheet in combination with various problem-solving strategies. Working in teams of three, students create attempt to solve a story problem using three different methods; using manipulative,...
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Writing a Number Sentence
Third graders analyze word problems. In this number sentence instructional activity, 3rd graders evaluate word problems. Students create number sentences from word problems.
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Word Problems: Algebra
Students discuss algebraic symbols, equalities and unknown quantities, review sample problems and complete associated worksheets.
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Graphs and Functions
Middle schoolers describe plotting functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane. They solve functions on paper and using an online tool to plot points on a Cartesian coordinate plane creating lines and parabolas.
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Algebra I: The Play
Students create their plays to demonstrate concepts from Algebra I. They collaborate in small groups to add music and dancing to their plays. They analyze the suggestions from the previous class as they revise their plays.
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Dividing by 3's
Third graders review and practice strategies for solving division problems. In this division by 3's lesson, 3rd graders play games, use an interactive whiteboard, create flashcards, and solve word problems.
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Lakota Numbers
Learners count in Lakota Sioux numbers and solve math problems. In this algebra instructional activity, students count in a different language and use it to solve math problems. They work on their pronunciation and spelling as well as...
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Decode Word Is..
Students solve problems using patterns. In this algebra activity, students identify the relation, domain and range of a function. They graph functions using coordinate pairs.
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Division Facts
In this division worksheet, 4th graders solve 10 division math problems, write the family of facts for 3 sets of numbers and find the missing number in 4 division algebra problems.
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Chapter 11 Objective 5.1 Exercises
In this translating worksheet, students read word sentences, translate them to number sentences and solve the equation. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Even and Odd Numbers: Lesson Plans and Sample Problems
If your youngsters are new to numbers, here are several interactive strategies to get them thinking about even and odd numbers. For example, they can count the number of desks, people, etc. in the room and determine if it is even or odd....
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Describing Patterns
Fourth graders investigate repeating and growing patterns. Models, graphs and words are used to describe, extend and represent patterns. Students use evidence from models and graphs to support the identification of patterns.
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Egg Math
For this egg math worksheet, students click on the links to find out information about eggs and then complete math word problems with that information. Students complete 15 problems.
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Inverse Relationships: Multiplication and Division (A)
In this math worksheet, students discover inverse relationships in multiplication and division. Students complete 20 problems, which are worded like this: since 7x5=35, then 35 divided by 7 = ____. All problems involve basic math facts...
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Math Aptitude Test
In this algebra worksheet, 9th graders are given an aptitude test on basic mathematical concepts using words problems and real life scenarios. There are 33 problems in this worksheet.
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Multiplying by a Multiple of Ten
In this multiplication worksheet, 4th graders multiply 8 multiplication math problems by different multiples of 10. Students answer 3 word problems on the lines provided.
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I Have Who Has..Cards
In this algebra activity, students solve word problems by rewriting the words into equations and answering the questions. There is an answer key.
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Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2009
Students investigate linear equations through models. In this algebra lesson, students investigate solving one and two step equations. Review solving a basic equation before starting this assignment.
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When Am I Ever Going to Use this?
Students solve problems using equations and properties of integers. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems using ratio and proportion and graph their answers on a coordinate plane. They solve word problems using geometry.
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Graph Functions with Integers
Fifth graders can do a quick review of graphing functions using integers with this activity. The activity has questions which require students to identify the pertinent information in a word problem, and create a graph to represent the...
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Proportions
Middle schoolers examine the mathematical concept of proportions in an attempt to apply them in various types of problems. The real application of proportions is often found in word problems which requires a them to also practice a...
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Exploring the Stock Market
Students explore their options in stocks. In this algebra lesson, students create a portfolio for their future in stocks. they discuss their choices with a broker and presents their portfolio to the class.
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Between The Extremes
Students 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.