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Introducing the Concept Prime Factors
Fifth graders identify the prime factorization for 48 using different sets of factors. They find the prime factorization for 60.
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Fraction Models
Third graders make models of fractions and mixed numbers. Using fraction strips and drawing pictures, 3rd graders develop conceptual understanding of the equivalent forms. Students use the number line to represent and compare...
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Elements of Chemistry: The Periodic Table
Students examine the atomic structure of elements. In this chemistry lesson plan students organize elements of the periodic table according to their atomic mass, and compare their order within the periodic table.
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Counting by Making Groups
First graders represent, compare, and order numbers. In this counting skills lesson, 1st graders use manipulatives to demonstrate one-to-one correspondence and to represent numbers. This lesson includes a teacher script to guide the lesson.
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Patterns, Functions & Algebra
Students participate in numerous activities and games. In pairs, they play card games to find relationships between a random set of playing cards. After writing samples of Dear Abby letters concerning math problems, students create a...
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Where Do I Belong?
Second graders locate three-digit numbers on a number line and explain their placement in this hands-on activity based on their knowledge of numbers and place value. After the initial demo, 2nd graders stand up and get in the correct...
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Less is More: Subtraction in Action
Students participate in group games to help review the concept of subtraction. During the games, they practice subtracting two-digit numbers and the concept of borrowing. They review their answers with the class and move on to...
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Introduction to Vector Spaces
In this vector spaces activity, students identify the vector in a given set. They explore addition and scalar multiplication in their vectors. This two-page activity contains 13 problems.
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Word Problems: Thick as a Brick
In this word problem activity, students complete a set of 5 word problems related to a scenario at the top of the page. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Compare Fractions Using Fraction Circles
Fourth graders practice ordering fractions using models and drawings. In this math model lesson plan, 4th graders utilize colored blocks and drawings to show an equal representation of given fractions. Students compare and contrast the...
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Subtraction
Second graders regroup two-digit numbers and solve advanced subtraction problems with regrouping; students use straw and cup manipulatives to demonstrate how to borrow from the tens place in order to solve the problem.
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Following Specs.
Students utilyze a set number of DUPLO blocks to build a free-form construction project.
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Integer Division
Pupils are introduced to the process of dividing integers. As a class, they review positive and negative numbers and what happens to the real and imaginary numbers when divided. They complete sample problems and a worksheet to end the...
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Punch Mix-up
Fifth graders discuss the relationship between equivalent fractions, ratios, and proportions. In this fraction lesson, 5th graders answer questions about a punch mixture in order to find the ratio of ingredients.
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Reproductive Lottery
Students explain that fishes that reproduce externally have to release great numbers of eggs and milt (sperm) in order to ensure fertilization.
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Fraction Fun!
Fourth graders play a fraction game removing a fraction of a whole as the spinner dictates.
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Math Patterns
In this math sequences worksheet, students solve 17 problems in which they write the next 3 numbers that will complete a math sequence. Students analyze the 3 two digit numbers in a series, decide on the pattern, and provide the next 3...
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Use a Bar Graph
In this bar graph worksheet, students use a given bar graph to answer a set of 3 questions. Answers included on page 2.A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Box Plots
Students review the concept of median, explore how to calculate quartiles for any size data set and experience how to build a box plot.
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Related Number Pairs
Third graders use tables to organize and display related pairs of numbers, such as the relationship of the number of insects to the total number of legs. They generate a table of related number pairs based on a real-life situation,...
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Patterns with Decimals
Fifth graders are given a set of manipulatives to use to develop patterns. In groups, they follow the directions to determine which blocks go with which pattern and put them into the correct sequence. To end the lesson, they complete a...
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The Great Paragraph Race
Students construct and analyze paragraphs. In groups, students place given sentences in order to form a paragraph. They determine the main idea of the paragraph. Students perform activities to determine the concept of topic sentence,...
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Plotting Points
Eighth graders practice plotting points on a coordinate plane. As a class, they create and label the parts of a graph. Given ordered pairs, they plot the points, connect them to reveal a particular shape, and find the area of the shape.
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How many cards do we need to display the dates of the month on the wall?
Students determine how many number cards are needed to display the dates of the month. In this place value notation lesson, students write numbers on blank cards to see how many are needed of each number to makes all the dates of the month.