Eighth graders calculate surface area of 3-D shapes. In this geometry lesson, 8th graders analyze cubes and prisms by finding their area and surface area. They compare the data of these two shapes.

Students define the terms polygon and perimeter to begin the lesson. Using a calculator, they practice determining the perimeter of various symbols in a painting. They discuss how geometry and art are related to one another.

For this geometry worksheet, students learn about 3-D objects and how to describe them. They then answer 10 questions using the information they learned. The answers are on the last page.

In this calculating area worksheet, students find the area of complex shapes. This one-page worksheet contains 6 multi-step problems.

In this surface area worksheet, students find the surface are of cubes and rectangular prisms.  This one-page worksheet contains 3 problems.

Young scholars investigate the affect shape has on the ability of a solar panel to collect sunlight.  In this collecting sunlight using a solar panel lesson, students determine which solar panel shape collects the most...

In this estimating fraction sums and differences worksheet, students complete a total of 15 problems. Answers are included on page 2. Labeled as quiz but suitable for practice.

In this using proper tools worksheet, students answer a set of 10 multiple choice questions. Students may click on a link to see answers and may print worksheet out.

In this tools for problem solving learning exercise, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions. Worksheet is labeled as a "post test." Answer link provided.

Students investigate ratio and proportion.  In this middle school mathematics lesson plan, students write ratios and find equal ratios.  Students use ratio and proportion to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy body...

In this Pythagorean theorem worksheet, learners determine if given side lengths for right triangles, find the length of the missing side in right triangles, and find the length of the diagonals formed in boxes given side lengths.

Young scholars explain the properties of copper as a material for making tools and explain the properties of different chisel points. They gain practice taking notes on qualitative and quantitative data.

Pupils examine how differences in the temperature and salinity of the water help create ocean currents. They perform an experiment which shows how temperature affects the circulation of ocean water.

Fourth graders find the volume of cubes and cylinders. To determine volume, they fill large cubes with centimeter cubes. They discuss the formula used to find the volume of a cube. Students explore why the solution to the volume of a...

Students create a scale model of a motor neuron that is two hundred times larger than the actual neuron. They identify the structures of a neuron and observe neurons under the microscope then use a worksheet to convert actual sizes into...

Fourth graders explore how to find the area of a rectangular object. As a class, they discuss definition of area and strategies for finding area. The teacher models finding the area of an object by counting squares. Students observe...

In this perimeter and circumference activity, students observe diagrams and determine their perimeter or circumference. Diagrams include triangles, circles, parallelograms, rectangles, and composite figures. This one-page activity...

In this multiplying polynomials learning exercise, students solve and complete 13 different problems that include monomials. First, they use the distributive property to multiply a polynomial by a monomial. Then, students find each...

In this math operations worksheet, students review the steps of understand, plan, solve, and look back to help them answer the word problems. Students choose the operation to use to solve each problem.

Students consider the question," Is more expensive more absorbent?" In this science lesson plan, students find out through experimentation which paper towel is the most absorbent as well as which one is the best cost value for their money.

Learners examine what causes tsunamis and why they all behave differently.  In this tsunami lesson students complete a group activity after viewing a video. 

Students explore the process of classification. In this rock classification lesson, students conduct a scientific investigation that requires them to follow the provided steps to classify rocks.

Students explore the concept of understanding the effects of disturbances in an environment.  For this life science lesson, students use the game Jenga to help capture the idea of environment disturbances.  Students discuss the...

Learners build a model of an estuary. In this wetland lesson, students build a model estuary with a paint tray and modeling clay. They use the model to illustrate the impact of non-point pollution on the watershed.