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Geometry: Cut, Construct, Think

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students identify the properties of polygons. In this geometry lesson, students cut out shapes try to construct polygons. Students analyze the shapes and fill out a table of characteristics.
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100 Patch Geometric Quilts

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners identify geometric patterns in quilts. For this geometry lesson, students view various types of quilts and identify the geometric shapes. Learners construct one hundred patch paper quilts using geometric shapes.
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Worksheet Chapter 6: College Prep Algebra

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students perform a variety of operations. They factor polynomials, solve algebraic equations, identify the GCF, and solve real life word problems. Twelve of these 100 problems are real life word problems.
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Part Part Whole

For Teachers 1st
First graders solve number sentences. In this problem solving lesson, 1st graders construct addition sentences using a part part whole mat. Students demonstrate problem solving strategies using cubes.
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the Pythagorean Theorem. In this math lesson, students apply the Pythagorean Theorem to real life situations. High schoolers find the hypotenuse and solve real world problems.
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Math: Gears and Wheels

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders solve problems involving linear and angular speed. Using information about a compact disc, they solve the problem using multiple rates and conversion factors. Students also solve additional problems involving bicycle...
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Worksheet Chapter 6.1 College Prep Algebra

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve a variety of problems. They find the greatest common factor of polynomials, factor polynomials and trinomials, and solve algebraic equations and real life story problems. Nine of the hundred...
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Geometry: Shapes and Pictures

For Students 4th - 5th
In this geometric shapes worksheet, students analyze 6 photographs of real life objects. Students write the name of the geometric shape or figure that fits each picture.
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Manipulating Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young scholars graph real life situations. For this graphing lesson, students read situations and write an equation that matches. They graph the situations and analyze the slope and y-intercept
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Last Will and Testament of Amanda Hugandkiss

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders apply mathematical knowledge and reasoning skills to solve a real life problem.  In this algebra lesson plan, 11th graders use a variety of problem solving skills to solve non-routine problems of increasing...
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Implicit Differentiation

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students define and use implicit differentiation to solve equations. In this calculus instructional activity, students take the derivative implicitly to find x and y values. They apply this knowledge to real life scenarios.
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Virtual Field Trip

For Teachers 5th - 7th
This hands-on resource has future trip planners analyze graphs of mileage, gasoline costs, and travel time on different routes. While this was originally designed for a problem-solving exercise using a Michigan map, it could be used as a...
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Pizza Fractions

For Students 3rd - 5th
Give your young math scholars success with fractions by relating it to something they know and love: pizza! Five images of partially-eaten pizza pies are pictured, and must be matched to the corresponding fraction. Bring in a real pizza...
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They Cost Peanuts

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Save pennies on your peanuts. Scholars first examine a picture of a supermarket display showing salted peanuts sold by the pound and by the bag. They apply the idea of unit rate to determine which is cheaper.
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Estimation

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
When is it a good idea to use estimation? Learn about estimation and rounding with a reading comprehension lesson. After kids read a passage about estimation, they answer five comprehension questions on the other side of the page.
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Bake Sale

For Students 5th Standards
Work with fractional cookies. The three-part assessment task checks the pupils' ability to find the product of fractions and whole numbers, mixed numbers, or fractions. Learners determine the amount of ingredients needed and how many of...
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What Language Do You Speak?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders engage in a lesson plan based on a game and is to be played in groups. A card be drawn from a deck. On this card is a verbal description of a mathematical statement. They use worksheets imbedded in this lesson plan which...
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Translating Transformations in Geometry

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create an image using given coordinates and evaluate how the coordinates change when a slide or rotation takes place.
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MATHEMATICS IN VARIOUS CAREERS

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore various careers that involve math.
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The Seed Connection

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders investigate the best conditions for growing plants while considering how math, science, and technology are interrelated in this study. They partner with an upper grade through the use of the Internet and conduct a...
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Crispy Cookie Class Fundraiser

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders see the relationship of math and the real world application by manufacturing a product for making a profit. They create a food product from a recipe, record their sales and analyze and report their gross profit.
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Dividing by 4's

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore math functions by completing problem solving activities. In this division lesson, 3rd graders utilize the division strategies acquired earlier to divide multiple digit numbers by 4's. Students complete problems on...
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Geometry and Quilting

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students create a quilt square for a class quilt using at least three, two-dimensional geometric figures. They research and write a brief description of at least two different quilt patterns that they find. Pupils discuss that quilts are...
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Mean, Median, and Mode

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students find the mean, median, and mode for a set of data. They define terms and find examples, as well as complete practice exercises. They work cooperatively to analyze real data from a variety of websites provided. To...