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Amazing Consistent Ratios

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Pupils derive the six trigonometric identities. In this trigonometry lesson, students find the ratios of sine, cosine and tangent using the right triangle. They use properties of the Pythagorean Theorem to find the trig identities.
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Tessellation Trial and Error

For Teachers 5th - 8th
In this interactive lesson, students review attributes of equilateral polygons. They are introduced to the concept of a tessellation. Using protractors and pre-cut shapes, students arrange a variety of tiles to create tessellations. They...
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The Dragon Curve Fractal

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students identify the properties of a dragon curve. In this geometry lesson, students identify sequences and patterns as they solve fractals. They investigate patterns found in nature.
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Investigating the Relationship Between Slope and Angles

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this slope angles activity, learners discover the relationship between slope and angle.  Students complete tables of values and answer four discussion questions.
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Addition and Subtraction Facts to 20

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students act out computation problems. For this addition and subtraction lesson, students act out an addition story and write an addition sentence for it. Students continue this activity and answer the provided questions.
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The Hunter and His Dog

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this distance worksheet, students determine total distance and time. They identify an equation as convergent or divergent. This two-page worksheet contains five multi-step problems.
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Fractal and the Dragon Curve

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore Fractal designs. In this geometry lesson, students observe the different polygons created in nature and relate it to math. They define polygons on planes and rotate polygons about a point.
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Koch Snowflake

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate Koch's Snowflake. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the properties of creating Koch's snowflake. They solve problems dealing with fractals and patterns.
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Fractals: Koch Snowflake

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate the properties of Koch's snowflake. In this geometry lesson plan, students investigate fractals and patterns. They create Koch's snowflake using Cabri software.
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Fractals Rock: Investing the Fractal Tree

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate the relationship between fractals and sequences. In this geometry instructional activity, students build a fractal tree. They investigate different career fields where fractals are used in the real world.
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Virginia Department of Education

Matching Representations

For Students 8th Standards
Pupils explore the many representations of linear functions by completing a matching activity to connect the multiple representations of a function. They then reinforce the connection as individuals create the different representations...
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Graphs (2006)

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
When told to describe a line, do your pupils list its color, length, and which side is high or low? Use a worksheet that engages scholars to properly label line graphs. It then requests two applied reasoning answers.
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Monster Genetics Lab

For Students 6th - 10th Standards
Harness young scientists' knowledge of genetics with an engaging science activity. Students start by flipping a coin to determine the genotypes and phenotypes of two parent monsters, before using Punnett squares to...
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Number Sequences

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students complete number sequencing activities. In this number sequencing lesson plan, students watch online clips about measurements. Students view a series of five numbers and write the amount jumped as part of a number sequence...
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Giggle, Giggle, Quack Pizza Fractions

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students explore the concept of multiplication by using pizza. They read an article discussing how math is used everyday. They try to determine how many pizzas they would need to feed the class.
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Creative Educator

Tessellation Sensation

For Teachers 3rd - 10th Standards
Geometers investigate patterns and symmetry, and examine the artwork of M.C. Escher on the Internet. They compare his style to the floor and ceiling tiles in the classroom. If you have ImageBlenderâ„¢ software, you could have your...
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The 1 That Got Away

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners explore number properties. They using multilink blocks to explore doubling of the numbers and explore the patterns to investigate 2 to the power of n and how it is written. In addition, they usse the 100s board, number line and...
Worksheet
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The Number Toolbox-Vocabulary Test

For Students 5th - 7th
In this numbers vocabulary activity, learners complete a 10 question test, matching "number" vocabulary terms with their correct definition. Answers are provided on page 2.
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Exponents

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve exponential problems using exponential properties. In this algebra lesson plan, students discuss the meaning of exponents, and bases raised to different powers. They explore exponential functions using a computer.
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Two Types of Division Problems

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students discover the two types of division problems.  For this number division lesson, students identify repeated subtraction and sharing division problems.  Students create word problems utilizing the two different types of...
Worksheet
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Fraction/Decimal Worksheet 1

For Students 4th - 5th
In this fraction and decimal activity, learners change 9 fractions to their equivalent decimal form. The answer key link does not work.
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Geo Jammin' By DeSign - Day 3, Lesson 15: The Quiltmaker's Gift

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students listen to a read aloud of The Quiltmaker's Gift by Jeff Brumbeau finding examples of symmetry in the illustrations in the book.
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Geo Jammin By Design: The Important Thing

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Pupils brainstorm what they know about geometric terms and patterns. They identify symmetry, shapes and congruency. They create a book of symmetry.
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Sweet or Sour, Like or Different

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars watch a video on comparisons and discuss ways in which objects can be sorted. They play an identification game with a lemon and discuss identification characteristics.