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Arc Measurement Based on The Measurement of a Central Angle

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners define keywords that are important to solve problems. In this geometry lesson, students find the arc length and angle of a circle. They convert between radians and degrees.
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The Laws of Sines and Cosines Made Simple!

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars study the law of sine and cosine. In this pre-calculus lesson, students create a triangle and identify the different ratios of a non-right triangle. They use the properties of sine and cosine to solve.
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Give Binary a Try!

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Digital, analog, and now binary clocks? The lesson teaches individuals how to interpret binary code. They use an online software program to read binary clocks.
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Pickles to Pittsburgh

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the geography in the book "Pickles to Pittsburgh" by Judy Barrett. They read the story and identify the physical features of the town, discuss the elements included on a map, and create a map of the town of...
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Community Ripple

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Originally designed to be used along with a text that is not included, this plan contains a graphic organizer and word guessing game to help readers use decoding strategies to gain new vocabulary. A set of questions relating to community...
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New York State Testing Program Practice

For Students 8th
In  this standardized test preparation worksheet, 8th graders solve several varying problems.  This twelve page test preparation worksheet asks students to show their work and explain how they arrived at their answers. 
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Design and Build A Better Candy Bag

For Teachers 2nd - 12th Standards
Young scholars discuss how the final design for a product can affect its success. They work together to design and develop a better candy bad. They predict the volume and strength they need for the bag to be successful.
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Problem Solving and the Sports Page

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders create and solve sports-related word problems.
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students compute the length of time it will take to save enough money to purchase a yo-yo. For this math lesson, students create a design with pennies and write the associated linear equation. In this linear equations lesson, students...
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Emotion Masks

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers analyze and discuss masks of different cultures as an art form to evoke emotion. This lesson culminates in the creation of individual mask designs and self-directed assessment (included).
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Complex Area Problems

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students calculate the area of different polygons. In this geometry lesson, students find the area of complex polygons. They solve word problems using rates and distances.
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Designing Models to Simulate Actual Events Using a Random Number Generator

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners design models to simulate actual events using a random number generator on a calculator. They estimate the likelihood of a particular outcome using results of simulations. Answer Key included.
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Designing an Underwater Habitat for Humans

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Learners consider the limitations of deep water oceanography and design an underwater habitat to support scientists while they complete long term studies under the ocean. In this engineering instructional activity, students are...
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A Day to Remember!

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students study math. In this real-life problem solving lesson, students work on their skills dealing with time and money. They work in small groups on various time and money word problems and by the final day they have a final problem...
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Air Is All Around Us!

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students design an instrument to show that air is all around. In this air lesson plan, students research, construct, and present a design that proves that air is all around, even though they can't see it or touch it. A teacher and self...
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Candy Land

For Teachers 6th - 8th
For this activity students pretend that they have been hired by a candy manufacturer to design a box for a new product they are beginning to market. The manufacturer has pre-determined the volume of the candy box. It is the students' job...
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The Math of Sailboat Design

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the design of sailboats. In this sailboat lesson, students recognize right triangles and find the missing side of the triangle. Students solve word problems and draw diagrams. Students relate the triangles to sailboats.
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Way to Go! Create a Road Map Game

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students create a travel game of one of the United States. They research a state of their choice and create a travel game using a common road map. They interpret map symbols as they calculate map mileage for their games. They create...
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So You Want To Be A Mythbuster?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars recognize the parts used to construct a car.  In this mythbuster lesson, students will use the scientific method to complete an experiment with student constructed cars to bust a myth. Young scholars will reflect on...
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All About Me Brochure

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete a prewriting activity to gather information about themselves. They create a brochure using their prewriting activity that will introduce themselves to either a prospective employer or their freshman teachers.
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Introduction to Tangent Lines using the TI-Nspire

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students make mathematical argument using the concept of Limit. For this algebra lesson, student calculate the instantaneous rate of change from the linear graph. They use a TI-calculator to create a visual of the graphs.
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How the West Was One - Three x Four

For Teachers 6th
While this lesson provides a motivating and interesting way to review the concept of the order of operations, it involves the use of software called How the West Was One + Three x Four. There are also other resources that are referenced,...
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Illustrate a Story Problem

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students choose a math fact or number sentence to illustrate. They then use KidPix to illustrate a story problem for the math fact or number sentence using pictures, stamps, numbers, and symbols.
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Incredible Edible Bridges

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students create a bridge using engineering and geometric concepts. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the missing measures of polygons sides and angles. They work together to solve real life situation using problem...