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Celebrating the Fourth of July!

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars model projectile motion algebraically and graphically; and make predictions based on the quadratic algebraic model.
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Which Number Will Finish First?

For Teachers K - 1st
Young scholars conduct probability experiments.  in this number lesson, students use spinners and conduct probability experiments.  They collect and organize data on talley sheets.
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The Solar Cycle

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students research the solar cycle. In this Science instructional activity, students use the internet to investigate the solar cycle. Students produce a spreadsheet and graph from the information collected.
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CSI Rhino

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers study the rhinoceros and how the species has survived for so long.  In this rhino lesson students create graphs and research what is being done to protect the rhino.
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When Life Serves You Lemons!

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners build their own lemonade stand. In this problem solving lesson, students measure the materials needed to build a stand and make lemonade. They find the cost of producing the lemonade and the profit they will make. 
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Get In Line!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners compare and order fractions and decimals using a number line. They use rules of conversion to determine equivalencies competing problems accurately and plot points on the number line that represent the correct order of the...
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Compare and Contrast

For Students 2nd - 8th
In this compare and contrast graphic organizer worksheet, students choose 2 different topics to compare and contrast using the graphic organizer to organize their information.
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How Would You Spend a Million Dollars?

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students plan and organize a theme to spend one million dollars. They select a theme, research prices of items on the Internet, organize the information into a spreadsheet, write an introductory paragraph, and create a final project.
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No Bias Allowed

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students differentiate graphical representations looking for the bias. They use a systematic process in order to solve problems. Students explain how a problem is solved and the steps involved. Even deeper than this is giving the...
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Problem Solving: Find a Pattern

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this pattern activity, students complete a graphic organizer to help solve a problem following 4 steps: understand, plan, solve and look back. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Equality For All

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students complete worksheets on equality in math and create their own. They further investigate equality in the world around them.
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Rocks

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Young scholars use their five senses to experience different types of rocks. In groups, they compare and contrast the information they collected. They observe rocks in their local community and describe their uses to the class.
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Sequencing Events

For Teachers 1st
Using The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, pupils practice sequencing events in a story. After reading the story, they head to the computer lab to use Kidspiration to sequence events. Then they create their own books to demonstrate...
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Exploring the Celestial Neighborhood

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders study the origin and organization of the solar system. They investigate the Earth's place in the system and how planetary motions explain natural phenomena observable from Earth.
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Forensics 101

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students interpret how to communicate information and ideas in ways that are appropriate to the purpose and audience through spoken, written, and graphic means of expression. They use information-gathering techniques, analyze and...
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Histograms and Bar Graphs

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to histograms, bar graphs, and the concept of class interval. They use an activity and three discussions with supplemental exercises to help students explore how data can be graphically represented (and...
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Graph Theory

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students explore the concept of graph theory. In this graph theory lesson, students participate in hands-on activities that enforce graph theory. Students manipulate graph applets on the internet. Students create a graphical model of...
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What's Your Favorite? Survey And Graphing Project

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders create and edit spreadsheet documents using all data types, formulas and functions, and chart information. They collect and organize data that be portrayed in a graph that they create using EXCEL.
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Make Your Own "Weather" Map

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students develop and apply a variety of strategies to solve problems, with an emphasis on multi-step and non-routine problems. They acquire confidence in using mathematics meaningfully.
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Watts Up Doc?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine the wattage of a light bulb using math. In this algebra instructional activity, students find the inverse square of given parameter. They work in groups collecting and analyzing data.
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Charting a New Course

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners calculate the distance they will travel. For this geometry lesson, students use the TI and CBL system to make calculation of a certain path. They explore geography by calculating distances between different areas as it relates...
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Sets an the Venn Diagram

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners explore the characteristics of sets and Venn Diagrams. Given data, students practice determining the placement of elements in a Venn Diagram. Learners discuss the correspondence between data sets and their graphical...
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Will Exams Be Cancelled?

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
If the flu outbreak continues, exams will have to be canceled. Investigate the properties of exponential and logarithmic functions. For this algebra lesson, students use the TI to examine and differentiate between exponential growth and...
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Breakfast Cereal - How Nutritious Is Yours?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars analyze the nutritional value of breakfast cereal in order to make an informed choice. They create a stem and leaf plot which analyzes the nutritional value of the cereal they eat on a regular basis. Students write a...