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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Volume Formulas Review

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Review the formulas for the volume of prisms, cylinders, pyramids, cones, and spheres.
Activity
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Volume of a Pyramid: Fluctuating Height

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will follow the directions to change the pyramid's height then click 'challenge me' to answer the question about the pyramid. Click 'learn more' to further explore pyramids.
Unit Plan
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Volume Equations for a Sphere and Pyramid

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site uses calculus to explain how the formulas for finding the volume of a sphere and a pyramid were derived.
Activity
Analyze Math

Analyze Math: Pyramid Problems

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The geometry tutorial discusses the surface area and volume of a pyramid. The activity has several examples with detailed solutions.
Interactive
Calculator Soup

Calculator Soup: Volume Calculator

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this online calculator to calculate the volume of geometric solids including a capsule, cone, frustum, cube, cylinder, hemisphere, pyramid, rectangular prism, sphere, and spherical cap.
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Mr. Martini's Classroom

Mr. Martini's Classroom: Volume: Geometry Practice Solving Volumes

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Students solve for the volume of three-dimensional figures such as cubes, prisms, and cylinders with these interactive flashcards.
Handout
Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Pyramids

For Teachers 9th - 10th
What is a pyramid? Find a definition, example images, and formulas for finding the volume and surface area of a pyramid if given base and height measurements. Includes a very brief look at a pyramid in Egypt and its measurements.
Lesson Plan
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Building a Pyramid

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
This Math Forum instructional activity gives instructions on how to build a paper pyramid. Bonuses included finding the surface area and volume of the pyramid.
Activity
Other

Mr. Pitonyak's Pyramid Puzzle

For Students 9th - 10th
Students estimate the cost of building an Egyptian pyramid with modern materials and ancient building methods in this math project.
Unit Plan
E-learning for Kids

E Learning for Kids: Math: Group of Pyramids: Capacity and Position

For Students 4th - 5th
On this interactive website students practice various math skills using a real life scenario at the pyramids. Those skills include comparing capacity of three or more containers, using compass directions to describe locations, and using...
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Surface Area and Volume of Pyramids

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept teaches students to calculate surface area and volume of pyramids.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Surface Area and Volume of Pyramids

For Students 7th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find the surface area of pyramids by using formulas
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Surface Area and Volume of Pyramids

For Students 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use a formula and given information to find the surface area of pyramids.
Unit Plan
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Basic Geometry: Volume of Pyramids & Cones

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The geometry resource investigates the volume of pyramids and cones. Formulas, examples, and practice exercises are included.
PPT
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Volume of a Pyramid: Lesson 4

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson demonstrates how to find the volume of a pyramid. It is 4 of 10 in the series titled "Volume of a Pyramid."
Activity
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Area of a Pentagonal Pyramid

For Students 9th - 10th
This question and answer site reviews finding both the area and volume of a pentagonal pyramid.
Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Volume of a Pyramid

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Use this interactive tool to find the volume of a pyramid. Try different figures for the height and the base to see how these affect the volume. Properties of pyramids are explained, how to calculate the volume using a formula, what an...
Interactive
Other

Math Prof: Area & Volume of a Square Pyramid

For Students 6th - 8th
Use the calculator to find the surface area and volume of a square pyramid, then click on the link to see an explanation with examples.
Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Volume of a Pyramid

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn about the volume of a pyramid with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
Interactive
Other

Calculator.net: Surface Area Calculator

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Use these calculator tools to find the surface area, in your choice of units, of a sphere, cone, cube, cylinder, rectangular prism, capsule, ball cap, conical frustum, ellipsoid, or square pyramid. Includes a reference section listing...
Activity
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: The Volume of a Pyramid

For Students 9th - 10th
This question and answer site from the Math Forum with Dr. Math presents a problem dealing with the volume of a pyramid. Links are also provided for additional information on related subjects.
PPT
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Volume of Composite Figures: Lesson 5

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson will present how to apply the volume formulas of prisms, cylinders, pyramids, cones, spheres, and hemispheres to find the volume of composite figures. It is 5 of 6 in the series titled "Volume of Composite Figures."
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Math Words

Math Words: Frustum of a Cone or Pyramid

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site defines a frustum and has links to related topics. The site offers the formula for the lateral area, volume, and total surface area of frustum of a cone.
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PBS

Pbs: Black Kingdoms of the Nile

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A geometry lesson that examines the history and structure of ancient pyramids and engages students in constructing pyramid models. A comprehensive lesson that considers students with diverse learning styles. Math concepts introduced...

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