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Representing Relationships with Equations

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Learners explore Cuisenaire Rods.  In this pre-algebra lesson, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Learners construct examples of the Commutative Property using...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Associative Properties

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students investigate the associative property of addition. In this associative property of addition lesson, students work in pairs and build addition problems with six blocks. They sit on either side of a desk so that they can "read" the...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Calendar Fun Operations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Middle schoolers explore the concept order of operations.  In this order of operations lesson, students make a song about the order of operations in groups.  Middle schoolers practice working problems using order of operations.
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using the distributive property. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations by multiplication and combining like terms. They graph their lines on the calculator.
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Properties: Commutative, Associative, and Identity

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the concept of addition and multiplication properties. For this addition and multiplication properties lesson, students create a foldable with the properties commutative, associative, identity, and distributive...
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Calculator Curiosities: Order of Operations, Domain, And Inverse Functions

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students investigate the concepts of order of operations, domains, and inverse functions while using a calculator.
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Properties

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of properties. For this properties lesson, 7th graders discuss the various math properties including the commutative, associative, distributive, multiplication properties and so on. Students create...
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Complex Numbers

For Students 9th
In this complex numbers worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include addition and subtraction of these numbers. First, they add or subtract the coefficients of similar terms algebraically. Then, students remove the...
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Commutative and Associative Properties

For Students 7th - 10th
In this properties learning exercise, students complete 4 matching problems regarding recognizing properties. Students then simplify 10 problems by combining like terms.
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Commutative and Associative Properties

For Students 6th - 10th
In this commutative and associative property worksheet, learners simplify 12 problems. Students then name the property illustrated in 4 problems.
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Addition Properties

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Student study addition properties. For this addition properties lesson, young scholars use multiple methods to solve various types of problems. Students illustrate and describe in various ways the Commutative Property of Addition....
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Simplifying Distribution Worksheet

For Students 7th - 9th
In this simplifying distribution learning exercise, learners solve problems with one variable using the distributive property. They place their answers in the answer box provided on the internet. Students are able to view step-by-step...
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Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this multiplying polynomials worksheet, students multiply polynomials by a single term. This two-page worksheet contains examples, followed by ten problems.
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Commutative Property

For Teachers 1st
First graders use various models to learn the Commutative Property of Addition. In this Commutative Property lesson, 1st graders use other students, counters, balances, and dominoes to apply the addition property. Students solve addition...
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Operations for Problem-Solving

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students examine a problem and develop the best method to arrive at the solution. In this math lesson, students apply basic math skills by coming up with the correct steps to solve a word problem. ...
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Factoring Using the Distributive Property

For Students 9th
In this factoring worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 19 different problems that include using the distributive property to solve. First, they complete each statement with the correct information. Then, students factor each...
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Online video games plus curriculum-based math equals an engaging educational tool.

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders use online math games to practice understanding the skill of estimation and order of operations. In this lesson, 7th graders use the internet to play online games to strengthen their understanding of these skills. 
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Solving Multi-Step Equations (Ch. 2.3)

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders solve multi-step equations, showing each step in their solution. This multi-step equations lesson includes sample problems to complete as a class, clear step by step instructions for the student and a linked comic strip...
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You Can Count on Squares!

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders engage in and explore to develop mathematical, specifically algebraic, ideas. Although the tasks are built around measurement, they are algebraic to the extent that they require 'formulae' to be derived form the geometric...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Alike and Different

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Learners compare and contrast objects and are introduced to a Venn Diagram. In this alike and different lesson, students make observations regarding properties of objects. Learners classify object and build ideas about variables....
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Figure This!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the concept of inequalities. They use the mathematical symbols =, <, > to show relationships among numbers. Students devise and use problem solving strategies to explore the situation.
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Thinking Systematically

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders solve real life mathematics problems. After reading a given problem, 6th graders gather and organize data into a table. They explore a pattern, and from this, derive a formula. Students solve the problems multiple ways...
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Where Should You Turn?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders complete activities to study decimal numbers. In this decimal numbers lesson, 4th graders study decimal numbers to express numbers less than one and intervals. Students complete map and location activities to study the...
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Math: Who Makes an Epidemic?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students calculate the threshold value for the number of susceptible people needed to create an epidemic. They examine a real life flu epidemic and use the SIR model to solve the problems. Students discover they can use mathematics to...