Students practice using visuals to solve math problems. In this math manipulative lesson, students utilize pattern blocks to participate in a class game in which geometric shapes touch other player's pieces. Students gain points based on...

Sixth graders apply knowledge of how to calculate the area and perimeter of triangles. They determine why it is inappropriate to measure the area of land by its perimeter which is done in certain areas of New Guinea. They complete a...

Students explore geometric shapes using pattern blocks. They use specific shapes to fill in triangles, color-in their solutions, and discuss the results with a partner.

Students solve right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem.  In this solving right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem lesson, students find the missing side of a right triangle.  Students find the hypotenuse given two...

Pupils randomly select dimensions for three geometric shapes (square, right triangle and circle). From the graphs they compare and contrast the graphical results of each shape.

In this creating tessellations worksheet, 10th graders solve 2 word problems that include creating various tessellations. First, they explore the various techniques used to form tessellations, including triangles, quadrilaterals,...

Students explore the concept of fractals. For this fractals lesson, students play the "Chaos Game" via an applet. Students place dots on the screen to recognize that they have created Sierpinski's Triangle.

Students find the length of the hypotenuse using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry lesson plan, students solve for the different parts of a right triangle. They work the first problem with-the teacher then work on their own.

In this Algebra II/Trigonometry activity, students solve problems involving angle of depression or elevation, evaluate trigonometric expressions, solve trigonometric equations, and graph trigonometric functions. The one page activity...

Pupils solve real life situation using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry instructional activity, students calculate the length, midpoint and slope of segments. They solve word problems using properties of square roots.

Learners investigate the properties of lines and congruent triangle theorems as well as apply geometric properties and relationships to real-world mathematical problems. Given two different scenarios, they examine maps that have been...

Students make calculations in order to construct a kite in the shape of an isosceles right triangle. In this kite lesson students calculate altitude of their flying kites using a formula.

Students identify and use the similarity theorem. In this geometry lesson, students differentiate between congruent and similar triangles. They solve problems using the computer modifying shapes by dragging.

In this middle school mathematics activity, learners solve a puzzle in which each number outside of a triangle is the product of the pair of adjacent numbers inside of the triangle. The one page activity contains one problem. Answers are...

Stuednts identify triangles for the Simson Line. In this geometry lesson, students solve triangular problems using the properties of triangles.They differentiate between the height, congruency and similarity.

Pupils solve problems involving triangles. In this geometry lesson, students apply properties of triangles to find the missing angles and sides. They identify angles of parallel lines cut by a transversal.

In this algebra worksheet, students follow a given rule and determine the correct position of a rack of fifteen pool balls. There is 1 puzzle to solve and a solution is provided.

What does popcorn have to do with math?  Seventh grade mathematicians are provided an opportunity to develop a conceptual understanding of the formula for volume and to use it as a tool to solve problems. The activity begins with a...

Students solve geometry problems. In this area and perimeter lesson, students use formulas to solve problems from the textbook. 

In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve a  problem involving the possible lengths for the third side of a triangle given two sides and determine where the point of concurrency lies in relation to the triangle. The one page...

Tenth graders solve problems using the tangent of angles using the flagpole and its shadow as references.

In this math worksheet, students find the solutions to the problems that involve solving equations with and without rational expressions.

In this cosine learning exercise, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include various triangles. They determine the cosine of one point in each triangle illustrated. Then, they apply the line segments given to each and solve...

In this sine worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems by determining the sine in each right triangle shown. They determine the sine of one point by applying the other points given in the problem.