Illustrative Mathematics
Video Game Scores
Eric and Leila's video game scores are the inspiration for writing equations with parenthesis. The numbers are purposefully large to deter the class from calculating them: rather this activity meets the standard that asks 5th graders to...
Curated OER
Algebra Worksheet #4, Find the Value of X
For this math worksheet, learners find the value of x when it is the numerator of a fraction. Each problem involves a fraction added to a whole number or a whole number subtracted from the fraction. Answers are at the bottom of the page....
Mathematics Assessment Project
Maximizing Area: Gold Rush
Presenting ... the gold standard for a lesson. Learners first investigate a task maximizing the area of a plot for gold prospecting. They then examine a set of sample student responses to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.
Bowland
Magic Sum Puzzle
Learners discover the magic in mathematics as they solve numerical puzzles involving magic sums. They then make a conjecture as to why no additional examples are possible based on an analysis of the puzzles.
Willow Tree
Functions
What makes a function a function? Learn the criteria for a relation defined as a function both numerically and graphically. Once young mathematicians define a function, they use function notation to evaluate it.
Curated OER
Wallflowers: Adding and Multiplying Integers
Students solve word problems in which they add, subtract, multiply, and/or divide integers, identify rules and patterns for multiplying and dividing integers, create scenarios that represent each expression, and evaluate expressions.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Designing a 3d Product in 2d: a Sports Bag
Sew up pupil interest with an engaging, hands-on lesson. Learners first design a sports bag given constraints on the dimensions of fabric. They then evaluate provided sample responses to identify strengths and weaknesses of included...
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Using Expressions and Equations
Sixth graders analyze expressions and equations. In this algebra lesson, 6th graders write algebraic sentences and solve for an unknown in a one-step equation. This lesson uses the formulas for the perimeter of a square and rectangle as...
Curated OER
Rational Exponents
In this rational exponents learning exercise, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include various fractional exponents. They determine the simplest numerical answer possible for each expression. Then, students use the rules of...
Illustrative Mathematics
Watch Out for Parentheses 1
Parentheses are an important tool in the algebraic toolbox in regard to the structure of the algebraic equation. They are the beginning of the standard order of operations rule, the P in PEMDAS. The central question...
CPM
Order of Operations
Middle schoolers solve problems that include applying the order of operations to each expression. A nice review of the process is provided in a box at the top of the page, but it does not follow the PEMDAS acrostic. There are 15...
Curated OER
Rational Exponents
In this rational exponents worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include fractional exponents in each. First, they determine the simplest numerical answer possible for each expression. Then, students apply the rules of...
EngageNY
Mid-Module Assessment Task: Grade 6 Math Module 4
Halfway through the module — the perfect time for an assessment. The 18th installment of a 36-part series is a mid-module assessment. Scholars provide evidence of understanding through various mathematical and contextual problems.
Concord Consortium
From Tan to Ten
Combine simplifying trigonometric expressions with evaluating them! An open-ended question presents a trigonometric expression and numeric values for additional expressions. Learners must determine a value for the original expression by...
Los Angeles County Office of Education
Assessment for the California Mathematics Standards Grade 7
In need of an all-inclusive seventh grade math resource? Packed full of the topics necessary for Pre-Algebra the packet includes practice problems with different difficulty levels. It works great for any supplemental use needed...
Curated OER
WORKSHEET # 8 [4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, & 4.8]
In this college prep algebra worksheet, students combine like terms in 15 polynomial expressions. Students multiply polynomials in 18 expressions. Students divide 6 polynomial expressions. The rest of the 48 problems relate to the...
Curated OER
www.tutor-usa.com worksheet
Reinforces the use of the distributive property for the pre-algebra or the beginning algebra pupil. Multiple choice and short answer questions test the use of the distributive property in expressions using solely numerical values or...
Curated OER
Play It
There are a number of activities here that look at representing data in different ways. One activity, has young data analysts conduct a class survey regarding a new radio station, summarize a data set, and use central tendencies to...
Curated OER
Differentiation Using the Quotient Rule
In this calculus worksheet, students use differentiation to solve problems. They apply the quotient rule as they solve rational expressions. There are 19 questions with an answer key.
Curated OER
Best lesson in the whole world!
Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction lesson, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...
Curated OER
Rational Inequalities
In this rational inequalities worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that contain rational inequalities in each. First, they find the zeros from the numerator and the undefined points from the denominator. Then, students use...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Unit 2 Math Vocabulary Cards (Grade 6)
Common denominator, invert, and terminating decimal are only a few terms found in a set of math vocabulary math cards. Made up of 40 cards, the set reinforces terms with boldly printed word cards, and definition cards offering an...
Curated OER
Negative Exponents
Seventh graders practice writing and solving expressions involving negative exponents. The teacher uses an overhead projector to do example problems while lecturing to the students. They use notes taken in class to help do the...
Noyce Foundation
Apple Farm Field Trip
Monitor the growth of young mathematicians with a comprehensive addition and subtraction assessment. Using the context of a class field trip to an apple orchard, this series of four story problems allows children to demonstrate their...