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Design Explorations: Frieze Patterns

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students will explore frieze patterns. A frieze pattern is a mathematical concept to classify designs on two-dimensional surfaces, which are repetitive in one direction, based on the symmetries in the pattern. They will explore examples...
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Problem Solving with Multi-Step Number Stories

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Pupils solve multi-step number stories. They create number models to solve number stories.  Everyone chooses the appropriate operation to use after reading the problem, and then work in small groups to...
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Calculators

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students investigate the four basic operations of mathematics that are addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The use of a technology game is part of the lesson. They demonstrate the proper use of a calculator as part of...
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Multiplication/Division Number Series

For Students 2nd - 6th
Expand mathematical thinking with these prompts for scholars to use writing as they approach math. First, they use the numbers 3, 5, and 15 in an original multiplication number story, followed by a related division story. Encourage...
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Using Decimal Benchmarks

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students demonstrate some common operations done while using fractions based upon mathematical standards. They are also changing common fractions to decimals with estimation skills and the use of a calculator.
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Arranging Chairs (Arrays)

For Teachers 3rd
The creation of arrays is the focus of this mathematics activity. Pupils consider a situation for a theater stage performance: different amounts of people are coming to the show, and they must arrange the seats in rows of equal numbers....
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Telling time to the hour

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this telling time instructional activity, students draw the hands if the time is given and write the time if the hands are given. Students complete 5 problems.
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Telling time to the hour

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this telling time worksheet, students draw the hands if the time is given or write the hour if the hands are given. Students complete 6 problems.
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Telling time to the hour

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this telling time worksheet, learners draw the hands if the time is given, or write the hour if the hands are given. Students complete 6 problems.
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Order of Operations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders are introduced to the concept of the orders of operations. The skills of using exponents are needed before trying the new concept. Students can be separated in groups for scaffolding.
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Word Value

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students investigate the concepts of adding, estimating, and ordering. The lesson uses the alphabet as an example illustration. The students practice the calculations in class in order to ensure mastery.
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"NSN, Fractions, Percents, Ratios, Rates" Investigations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders engage in an investigation about the concepts related to fractions. They read, represent, compare, and order proper and improper fractions, and mixed numbers. They demonstrate an understanding of relationships involving...
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Mathematical Reasoning

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders solve mathematical mysteries associated with a real life situation.  In this ninth grade mathematics lesson, 9th graders choose a scenario from Real Life Math Mysteries by Mary Ford Washington and solve one or more of...
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Math Vocabulary Spelling Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this math vocabulary learning exercise, students read the math vocabulary definitions and write in the missing letters to the vocabulary words. Students complete 15 words.
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Expansion of Single Brackets

For Students 6th - 9th
In this expanding brackets learning exercise, students read through an explanation of expanding brackets in mathematical equations and then complete 10 practice problems. Students then complete 58 problems in which they need to work...
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Fractions: Writing in Words and Numbers

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
In this math worksheet, students write the names of 6 fractions using words and the 6 fractions using numbers. They can show the answers to this worksheet if they complete it online.
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Writing in the Mathematics Classroom - Math Autobiographies

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students, who are adult learners, write a math autobiography to identify areas of math phobias. They respond to an included writing prompt.
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Congruence, Proof, and Constructions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
This amazingly extensive unit covers a wealth of geometric ground, ranging from constructions to angle properties, triangle theorems, rigid transformations, and fundamentals of formal proofs.  Each of the almost-forty lessons...
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Grade 5 Math Module 1, Topic D, Lesson 10

For Teachers 5th Standards
Take a little bit away. The 10th section of an 18-part unit introduces subtraction of decimals. Scholars use a place value chart like they did with addition of decimals to organize and represent the problem. After using the place value...
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Misconceptions in Mathematics

For Students 6th
In this misconceptions worksheet, 6th graders solve and complete 3 different steps in a problem. First, they solve by multiplying the fraction of a number to get the percentage. Then, students find the square roots of both sides of a...
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Area of the Lawn Project

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students calculate simple area calculations in real-life situations. They determine simple wage computations. They use critical thinking skills. They demonstrate their ability to use writing in order to express mathematical thoughts and...
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New York State Testing Program: Grade 4

For Students 4th
In this fourth grade New York State Assessment worksheet, 4th graders complete thirty multiple choice questions based upon the fourth grade mathematics curriculum.
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Mathematics Test Book 2 for Grade 4

For Students 4th
In this mathematics test book 2 for grade 4 worksheet, 4th graders answer nine questions in standardized test format about measurement, subtraction and number patterns.
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My 2011 Resolution: Investigate Mathematics of Calendars and Fitness

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Ring in the new year with interdisciplinary units related to the development of calendars and getting fit.