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Pirate Swords

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students read the math problem and retell it in their own words. They brainstorm for ways to solve and use questions to focus on the steps used. Students could use other problems involving pirates from the given website.
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Jack and the Beanstalk Estimation

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students use estimation and pencil-paper calculations to help Jack and his mother solve a variety of life problems. They solve problems using various math operations, i.e., addition, subtraction, and measurement.
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I Can Do This! Systems of Equations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students solve systems of 2-by-2 linear equations using tables, graphs and substitution. In small groups, classmates work together to discover strategies for solving equations. They use a calculator to graphically represent their answers.
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Ranchers and Patterns

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders engage in problem solving. In this patterns lesson, 5th graders are presented with a problem regarding ranching that they solve as a class. Students watch a video about how patterns are used in the real world. Students...
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Mental Addition of 3 Numbers pg. 2

For Students 3rd - 5th
Mental math is a wonderful skill for learners to hone. For this mental math addition worksheet, students apply addition fact family strategies to find the sum. Learners solve 16 problems.
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Analysing a game

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students play a game called 'Limit 2' and analyse their moves in order to establish a winning strategy. The subtraction game in this activity is one of a number of games in a unit called 'Analysing games' in the above publication.
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Design a Better Classroom Workplace

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students design a new classroom workplace. In this architecture lesson, students use area formulas to identify the problem with the existing desks in their classroom. Students design their own solution volume formulas to solve the...
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Using Graphs and Charts

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars complete T charts and manipulate numbers using graphs and charts. In this math graphs and charts lesson, students review the concepts of pattern and function. Young scholars then complete practice pages where they...
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Anchoring Activities - Various Subjects (K-5)

For Teachers Higher Ed
Teachers create different activities and differentiate them to meet the students' needs. In this differentiation lesson, teachers do activities such as accelerated reader, sunshine math, problem of the day, around the world or vocabulary...
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Out to Lunch

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders create a menu. In this math lesson, 6th graders use mean, median and mode to determine the prices for the typical cost of an appetizer, entree, kid's meal, drinks and dessert. Students write a number sentence to show how...
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Adding and subtracting fractions: the same sized slice

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars establish a strategy for adding simple fractions. They convert improper fractions to mixed numbers and interpret drawings and storyboards.
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Percents

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore the concept of percents. In this percents lesson plan, students discuss the prefix cent and words that contain that prefix. Students make bead necklaces and determine the percentages of certain beads in relation to the...
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The Tale of the Feral - Care and Multiplication of Feral Cats

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners differentiate between a feral cat and a domesticated cat. In this cat lesson plan, students use the scientific method, calculate averages, solve story problems, and learn how a caretaker can help a feral colony live safely.
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A Turkey for Thanksgiving - Lesson #2

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders investigate realistic fiction, holiday celebrations, making tally charts. In this multi-disciplinary lesson, 2nd graders listen to a story about Thanksgiving and one about the Chinese New Year to develop an understanding...
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CATCH, TAG and RELEASE

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students apply estimation strategies for problem-solving purposes. They become familiar with one aspect of a marine biologist's work.
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Operations of Complex Numbers and Intro to DeMoivre's Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve problems with complex numbers. In this algebra lesson, students factor complex numbers and simplify equations using DeMoivre's Theorem. They add, subtract, multiply and divide using negative roots.
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Giggle, Giggle, Quack Pizza Fractions

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Young scholars 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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Subtract 9 From Any 2-digit Number

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this subtraction worksheet, students solve 18 problems in which the number 9 is subtracted from a two digit number. No hints or strategies are provided.
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Subtracting Using Estimation

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders play the game, "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?" while subtracting using estimation. I really like the format of this fun game, which utilizes the lifelines and strategies found in the real game on television.
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Tessellation Design And Construction

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Learners study the basic elements and concepts of the visual art's perceptual component - such as shape, line and color. They create tessellations that foster problem solving and reflective thinking.
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As the Bird Flies

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students 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...
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Peer Pressure

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders make estimations, calculations, and to collaborate with other students to solve a problem. It also teaches valuable refusal skills to combat negative peer pressure and provides students an opportunity to role play. ...
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Circumference of a Pumpkin

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders watch a video and find the circumference of a pumpkin. In this circumference instructional activity, 4th graders watch a video to help them find the circumference of their pumpkins. Students define the word circumference...
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Multiply By Ten, Zero at the End

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this multiplication by 10 worksheet, students use lyrics of a song given to help solve a set of 15 problems, multiplying number by 10. An answer key is given.