Students explore sorting networks.  In this computer science lesson, students problem solve as they investigate a parallel processing sorting network. 

Sixth graders practice using negative numbers by completing number equations.  In this math problem solving lesson, 6th graders discuss the different ways negative numbers can be used in a math problem and practice completing...

Students practice finding the sums of two-one digit numbers. In this addition lesson plan, students also record facts onto an addition chart.

Seventh graders practice math skills while becoming familiar with Texas' "Boom & Bust" economy and the natural history of the east Texas Piney Woods. They utilize worksheets and websites imbedded in this plan.

Seventh graders view a recent transparency of the average rainfall zones of the state of Texas. Using another transparency, they identify the Piney Woods subregion of the Gulf Coastal Plain and locate national forests and sawmills. ...

Students explore a variety of math concepts. In this integrating technology lesson, students visit online webtools such as Max's Math Adventure, I Know That Math, Hands on Banking, and more.  A description of each website is provided.

Students examine the importance of soil in the production of what we eat and wear, and analyze the percentages of the earth used for food production. They create their own Pyramids of Life, and construct Dirt Babies out of hosiery, dirt...

Fifth graders at this age are very interested in the adventures of knighthood and life in the past, so the unit will serve as a basis for teaching skills while maintaining high interest.

Students explore the concept of estimating by watching a video, and discussing the strategies for estimation. They estimate the costs for various menu items, then calculate the exact amount spent.

Students take a tour of a produce department in a grocery store. They explore the concepts of money and a budget. They complete problem solving activities and taste different fruits and vegetables.

Students study and research irregular fractals and construct a few based on their research. Students practice pattern recognition skills and plane geometry skills calculating dimensions on the Fractured Pictures activity.

In this mathematical worksheet, learners convert fifteen metric units of capacity and multiply and divide whole numbers by 10, 100 and 1000.

Young scholars describe the different units of measurement. In this space science lesson, students calculate astronomical distances using a scale. They explain the significance of using scientific notation in expressing very small...

In this Cyberchase video segment, the CyberSquad uses fractions and percents to compare the contest results of the Squitters, little creatures who love to jump.

An interactive for investigating what fraction multiplication looks like. Students choose two fractions to multiply, then observe as one fraction bar model is overlaid on the second, showing the common grid area as the product. Students...

Students review how to compare fractions with unlike denominators. The video tutorial includes detailed examples.

This animated video illustrates a visual model for solving a word problem involving the division of fractions. The problem asks students to use fractions to compare the spring weight of a hedgehog with its weight just before hibernation....

Use Glencoe's randomly generated self-checking quiz to test your knowledge of comparing and ordering fractions. Each question has a "Hint" link to help. Choose the correct answer for each problem. At the bottom of the page click the...

Melissa gives her classmates the following explanation for comparing fractions.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students are asked to compare fractions with different denominators and use the greater than or less than sign to show their relationship....

Demonstrates how to compare fractions by making the denominators the same. Includes sample problems to try.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students are asked to compare fractions in word problems and determine which is bigger or smaller. Includes video demonstrating a sample...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students are asked to compare fractions with different denominators and put them in order. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem...

Brush up on your math skills relating to comparing fractions then try some practice problems to test your understanding.