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Factored Form of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The lesson introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both graphical and...
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Conversion Between Celsius and Fahrenheit

For Teachers 8th Standards
Develop a formula based upon numerical computations. The 31st part of a 33-part unit has the class determine the formula to convert a temperature in Celsius to a temperature in Fahrenheit. They do this by making comparisons between the...
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If Our Class Went to See the Prince

For Teachers 1st
First graders read the story One Monday Morning and create picture graphs based on the number of teachers, boys, and girls that would visit the prince. In this data lesson plan, 1st graders interpret tables and graphs with the help of...
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Away We Go!

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students study types of transportation. In this transportation lesson, students survey several classes to gather data on how they get to school. Students create a transportation graph.
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Move My Way: A CBR Analysis of Rates of Change

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners match a given velocity graph and sketch the corresponding position graph using a graphing calculator. After collecting data from their everyday life, students use specific functions on their calculators to create graphs and...
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How Many People Live in Your Household?

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students create a pictograph showing household size for the class.In this data collection and graphing lesson, the teacher guides students through the creation of a concrete object graph, then students analyze and summarize the results.
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Looking for More Clues

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore how to collect data and display it on a bar and circle graph.
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A Plop and Fizz

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders perform an experiment to determine the effect of temperature on reaction rates. For this chemistry lesson, 7th graders take measurements and record data. They create a graph and analyze results.
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Eatem Up!

For Teachers K
Students identify, interpret and demonstrate a positive learning attitude. They identify, comprehend and use basic concepts and skills and then, communicate clearly in oral, artistic, written, and nonverbal form. Students also identify...
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Are We Couch Potatoes or Busy Bees? Data Analysis of Physical Activity in School

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Learners study practical data analysis within the constraints of the scientific method.  In this data lesson students collect and enter data into a computer spreadsheet then create graphs.
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Environmental Issues in Multimedia Presentation

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate a community environmental issue. They document it using traditional scientific methods, digital photography, and videotaping. After collecting data, they graph the results. Students present their findings in a...
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Wacky Water World: Student Worksheet

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this math worksheet, young scholars will work alone or in pairs to determine which theme park ticket package is a better deal. Students will use data provided in the worksheet and a graphing calculator to make the decision.
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Pick a Pet

For Teachers K - 1st
Students construct a pictograph of favorite pets. In this pets and graphing lesson, students discuss their favorite pet and use animal magazines to find their favorite pets and cut them out. Students create a pictograph using the pictures.
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Parachutes: What a Drag

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders make 2 different kinds of parachutes and record and graph the time for each one for the different drag forces. In this parachute lesson plan, 6th graders compare the results to the rest of the class of each parachute and...
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Human Fingerprints: No Two the Same

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore scientific observations by analyzing a group of data. In this fingerprint identification activity, 6th graders identify the reasoning behind fingerprinting and create their own ink fingerprints. Students discuss the...
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Healthy Food Choices

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students identify healthy food choices. In this nutrition lesson, students review the food pyramid and write down their favorite food on a post-it note. Students create a bar graph of favorite foods using the post-it notes.
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Technobiz

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine candy preferences to create a plan in order to improve candy sales. In this technobiz lesson plan, students build spreadsheet and organizational skills by graphing and calculating data. Students are introduced to...
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Diffusion

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students design and carry out an experiment according to the scientific method. The experiment must test the effects of time and concentration on the rate of diffusion of potassium permanganate into potato cubes. After performing the...
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Respect for Self and Others-Giving and Getting the Big R

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders work in groups of three. They plan scenarios in which they demonstrate inappropriate and appropriate interpersonal skills in a variety of social situations. Students assume the roles of the individuals in their scenario...
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Survey and Tally

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders view a model of a survey and tally.   In this survey and tally activity, 2nd graders decide on questions for a survey.  Students conduct the survey and tally their results. Students create a tally chart....
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One Country's Slave Trade

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students examine the slave trade. In this research skills lesson, students research the slave trade in a selected country. Students use databases to locate pertinent information in order to prepare an oral presentation.
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Site and Situation: Right Place at the Right Time

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students put their geography skills to work. In this geography skills lesson plan, students research maps and other primary and secondary sources to simulate the site selection process for the Pennsylvania Railroad Shops post World War...
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The Five Senses

For Teachers K
Study various objects and help kindergarteners use their five senses to classify the objects. They are presented with various objects and then use their five senses to sort and classify the objects. Then they use a Visual Ranking Tool to...
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Getting Ready for Success

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders review the poem and activity from the previous session and then work in groups of four to tape skill strips in the appropriate category on a Venn Diagram. Next, a spokesperson from each group gives a report summarizing...

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