Students create a bridge using engineering and geometric concepts. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the missing measures of polygons sides and angles. They work together to solve real life situation using problem...

In this science worksheet, students color in the picture of the manatee and read the fact sheet that focuses upon its classification.

For this exploring circles worksheet, 10th graders solve 12 different types of problems related to measuring circles in geometry. First, they refer to the figure on the sheet to name the center point, the three radii of the circle, the...

In this trapezoids worksheet, 10th graders solve 5 different problems related to trapezoids and applying the appropriate theorem. First, they define a trapezoid, including its bases, legs, and base angles. Then, students use the...

For this measurement worksheet, 3rd graders number objects in order from heaviest to lightest using the numbers 1, 2, and 3. They compare pictures of items such as a bike, an elephant, and a piece of paper.

For this estimating weights of objects worksheet, students observe objects, estimate the metric measurements, and choose the best answer. Students solve 9 problems.

Students explore the physical properties of water. In this water activity, students explore water as it changes states. They observe, measure and use communication skills to describe change.

Square away any doubts about using a new resource. Pupils learn about squares and square roots in the mini-lesson. They complete a worksheet identifying roots of perfect squares up to 400.

Fifth graders investigate the relationship between mass and speed. In this physics lesson, 5th graders experiment with motion by being given a ramp, two balls, and blocks or books for elevation. Students determine how different variables...

Second graders investigate the measurement of 1 meter. They predict and measure how many strips of paper it takes to make exactly one meter. Students devise and use problem solving strategies to solve the problem.

Students discuss the sum of central angles and use string to create them on circles. They find the measure and length of both minor and major arcs. Students give examples of concentric, similar, and congruent circles and congruent arcs.

Young scholars investigate how to estimate the age and size of turtles, and examine variability in scientific data. They read an informational handout, identify the parts of the shell, measure the shell and estimate the age, and record...

Students investigate the basic properties of pendulums as a function of spreadsheets. Working in groups, they measure the period for a pendulum at six different lengths and record the results. They prepare a file using Microsoft Excel...

Fifth graders estimate perimeter, area, and volume. They measure perimeter and area using nonstandard units of measurement. Students add and subtract non-standard units of measurement. They add mixed numbers and simplify the sum.

Eighth graders measure irregular and regular shaped solids.  In this investigative lesson students calculator volume, mass and density of wood and blocks.

Fifth graders measure the temperature of water using a thermometer. They record the temperatures of water on a chart. Students use the temperature data to determine which materials are the best conductors of heat. They discuss their...

Students discover the differences between weather and climate in this long-term instructional activity introduction. They create rain gauges and practice reading rainfall measurements, view a website showing the cloud cover in their...

Students find the perimeter and area of circles, triangles, and rectangles. In this perimeter and area lesson plan, the teacher gives students formulas for each shape and measurement and works through examples on the board. While no...

Students participate in mapping an actual waterway. They include reach lengths, transects, compass reading, and scale determinations. They include windfalls, plant cover, types of streambed composition, and landmarks such as trees and...

Seventh graders experiment with measurement as it relates to the algorithm for dividing fractions. In this fractions instructional activity, 7th graders work in groups to establish how many post-it notes it takes to fill an 8 X 11 piece...

Eighth graders measure temperature, wind speed and pressure using Skymaster SM-28. In this earth science lesson plan, 8th graders collect data and record observations taken from outdoors. They explain why numerical values are different...

Fifth graders record measurements and calculate the volume. They select and use appropriate units and procedures to measure volume # use tools such as technology to solve problems

Students work together to make figures out of tangram squares. In groups, they calculate the measurements they need and apply the Pythagorean Theorem. They complete a worksheet solving equations using the theorem and review their answers.

Middle schoolers estimate and accurately measure the size of angles communicate with the appropriate geometric terms and symbols to describe and name angles, lines, line segments, rays