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Angle Relationships

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders explore the angle relationships that exist when two lines intersect. In this geometry lesson, 10th graders estimate the measure of given angles and use their graphing calculator tools. Students use this knowledge to find...
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The Leaning Tower of Pisa

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners estimate the equation of a line, angle of elevation and depression in this math lesson. They analyze e famous landmark design and make connections to algebra and geometry. They will also generate an equation, model the x and y...
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Estimating Quotients

For Teachers 5th - 6th Standards
In this math worksheet, students learn to estimate a quotient to see if an answer is reasonable. They complete the long division to get an exact answer in 18 problems. Detailed directions are also given on how to check a division...
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Estimating Pi as a Length

For Students Higher Ed
In this pi learning exercise, students evaluate the curve of a quarter of a circle. They analyze the length of the curve, and explain that if the area under the curve is equal to pi, the length of the curve above is also equal to pi....
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How Big is Big?

For Students 2nd - 4th
The blue whale is the focus of this life science activity. Students read an excellent selection on the blue whale, and answer ten comprehension questions. Then, students are divided into two groups. Each group has to estimate how big 85...
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Explore Metric Units of Length problem solving 12.6

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this exploring metric units of length worksheet, students estimate, measure with paper clips, measure with centimeter and millimeter rulers, and convert centimeters to milliliters. Students write five answers.
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Customary Units of Length

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this customary length worksheet, students solve 4 problems where they must choose the better estimate of length. Students solve 12 problems where they must compare, convert and order customary lengths.
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Activity
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Jelly Beans for Sale

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students connect literature (story Jelly Beans for Sale by Bruce McMillan) to math concepts. In these estimating and money lessons, students work with jelly beans, unifix cubes, pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters, to estimate and make...
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Measuring Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Learners participate in a measuring scavenger hunt. Students choose items around the room to estimate and measure. Learners try measuring with their hands and compare with other students who did the same. Learners discuss why their...
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The Banana Problem

For Students 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students rewrite a word problem using algebra symbols. They calculate the length of a banana used to estimate the age of a monkey. There is answer key.
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Numerical Methods of Integration

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students calculate the area under a curve. In this calculus lesson, students estimate and calculate the area of a curve using simpson's rule and the trapazoidal rule. They review rieman sums and add to it.
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Milkweed and Monarch Butterfly Mania: Measuring

For Students 7th - 8th
In this milkweed and monarch butterfly mania:  measuring activity, students use photos of milkweed plants and caterpillars next to a ruler to estimate the measurements of 10 leaves and 15 caterpillars, calculating and recording surface...
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Mixed Math Applications

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this solving various types of math problems worksheet, students add and compare totals, estimate and solve sums, determine reasonableness of an answer, and fill in missing numbers in number sentences. Students solve four problems.
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How Big is a Breath?

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students demonstrate how to use math skills to measure their lung capacity. For this human biology lesson, students use a clear plastic container, measuring cup and rubber balloons to demonstrate how the lungs work. Students estimate the...
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Probability Using M&M's

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students estimate and then count the number of each color of M&M's in their bag. In this mathematics lesson, students find the experimental probability of selecting each color from the bag. Students create pictographs and bar graphs...
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Solving Exponential Equations

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Solving exponential and logarithmic equations is taught in this interactive lesson. Students use properties of logarithm and exponents solve functions. They estimate the solution and use the Ti to find the exact solution.
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Calculator

For Students 4th
For this mathematical calculations worksheet, 4th graders complete 12 multiplication problems by using a calculator. Students also develop an estimate for these problems.
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Squares and Square Roots

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students find patterns relating the lengths of the sides of squares to their areas. In this squares and square roots lesson, students draw squares and find their areas. They estimate the sides of square when given the area. Students use...
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Using the Coordinate Plane in Problem Solving

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders practice solving problems.  In this fraction and decimal lesson plan, 5th graders recognize the relationship between fraction and decimals.  Students estimate problem results and write expressions to use for problem solving.
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Estimating Percents

For Students 4th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students complete 13 problems where they estimate the percents of shaded figures, fractions, and more. Examples are provided in this well-designed worksheet.
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Estimating Units of Length Word Problems

For Students 2nd - 4th
Which unit of measurement would you use? As your scholars begin to understand measuring, it's important they become familiar with the various units. They examine five object images and match them to one of five units: meters,...
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Life is Full of Problems

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Pupils use the problem solving strategy of guess and check to investigate math word problems. They determine which problem solving strategy or strategies would work best in problem situations.
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Fractions and Decimal Equivalents: Fifth Grade

For Teachers 5th
Sometimes a skeleton is all you get. This lesson outline provides teachers with a basic lesson flow. Pupils will pre-test, order place value names, use manipulatives, and build and compare numbers. How this is to be done is not...
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Conversions Using English Units

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore the concept of English units. In this English units lesson, students convert from one English unit to another English unit. Students estimate the size and weight of objects using English units.

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