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Lesson Plan
Scholastic

Cracking the Code

For Teachers 1st - 3rd Standards
Can you figure out the code? Learners interpret ten number patterns and write the five numbers that come next. Next, they create their own number patterns based on their own codes.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Coin Codes

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students work on cracking coin codes in honor of the Navajo Code Talkers Medal. Students review the handout on Crack the Code. Students race to see who can crack the code the fastest.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Coded Message Game

For Students 4th - 6th
In this coded message activity, learners use the two-digit numbers and letters of the alphabet code to decipher a quote about the brain from Santiago Ramon y Cajal. Students decode eighteen words.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Secret Code

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this multiplication worksheet, students complete multiplication problems containing numbers 1 through 12 and create a secret code at the end. Students complete 21 problems.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Secret Code

For Students 4th - 6th
In this division worksheet, students divide one and two digit numbers and come up with a secret code at the end. Students complete 11 division problems.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Calculator Code Words

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this calculator code words worksheet, students will read a mega list of code words. Using the code words, students will write their own clues and create their own exercises.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Addition Code

For Students K - 2nd
In this addition code instructional activity, students complete the addition problems and use the code to find the hidden message. Students complete 20 problems.
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Values Written as Powers: Binary Numbers 17 to 24

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Boost mathematicians' proficiency of binary numbers 17 to 24 with an interactive comprised of six questions—multiple-choice, true or false, and a discussion. A color-coded table reveals binary equivalents to aid in the problem-solving...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Values Written as Powers: Binary Numbers 9 to 16

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Challenge mathematicians to crack the binary code with an interactive that focuses on numbers nine to 16. A table reveals exponential equations to aid in answering multiple-choice questions. A discussion question gauges comprehension. 
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Lesson Plan
Google

Surveys and Estimating Large Quantities

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Looking for an estimation activity a bit more involved than the typical "guess the number of jellybeans in the jar" game? Here, learners use a picture to estimate the number of people at a large event, look for potential problems with...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Cramer's Rule

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Use matrices to solve systems of equations. The interactive introduces Cramer's Rule, using determinants of matrices to solve systems of equations. Color coding helps pupils place entries correctly from the system.
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Decimals as Fractions

For Students 6th Standards
Converting decimals to fractions is the focus of a five-question interactive. A color-coded tool assists mathematicians in discovering solutions. Multiple-choice questions make up the majority of the problems and a discussion question...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Sum Notation and Properties of Sigma: Cracking the Code

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
Help your class develop an understanding of sigma notation. Pupils match the sigma notation with the sums. Using the expanded sums, learners evaluate the summations. The scholars move on to prove a property of sums.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Rotating Grille

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students experience the geometric method of coding by actual construction and use of a rotating grille. Students use rotations and reflections to code and decode messages. Students explore nomenclature and symmetry.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matrices In Encryption And Decryption Of Codes

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students relate Cryptography to the solving of simultaneous linear equations in matrix notation. They explore various methods of encrypting and decrypting codes. Pupils discuss and solve simultaneous linear equations.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Secret Code

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this multiplication puzzle instructional activity, students find the products to 18 elementary multiplication problems. They solve the code using the letters assigned to each product. They read the secret message.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Color Code Coloring Sheet

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this coloring worksheet, students use the color code chart to color the picture of a boy according to the provided instructions.
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Solving a Matrix Equation: Mystery Matrix

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Solve a matrix in code—color code. Pupils use the interactive resource to set up the matrix equation and its solution path. Scholars use the created solution path to determine the entries of the 2 X 2 solution.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Working with Cuisenaire Rods In Mathematics

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders learn the numerical value of each underlined letter of the standard Rod Code and develop systematic usage for building new units.
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Decimal Multiplication: Reducing the Weight

For Students 5th - 8th Standards
Eight questions challenge mathematicians to multiply decimals. A color-coded tool with movable parts assist participants in answering word problems. Item response types include fill in the blank, multiple-choice, and a discussion.   
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Products of Two Fractions: Blocks

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Five questions make up an interactive designed to boost the multiplication of fraction skills. An assortment of color-coded fraction blocks assists participants to find the right answer. Question types include multiple-choice and fill in...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Proportions to Find Percents: Bag of Candy

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Proportions and percents are the focus of an interactive designed to boost math proficiency. Five questions challenge participants to solve candy-themed word problems. A color-coded tool with moveable parts assists mathematicians in the...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

The Percent Equation: Soccer Stadium

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
A soccer-themed interactive challenges mathematicians to solve five questions involving percent equations. Question types include multiple-choice, fill in the blank, true or false and a discussion. A color-coded stadium with movable...
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Lesson Plan
Scholastic

Optical Illusion

For Students 3rd - 6th
Number theory gets a workout in an activity that asks individuals to identify and color code the prime numbers and the composite numbers in the provided graphic.