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Subtraction Tables

For Students 1st - 2nd Standards
With several numbers already filled in, this math worksheet is sure to help your first graders with their subtraction. Three grids prompt learners to finish certain subtraction problems and fill in the answers. A great way to reinforce...
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Times Tables Practice Grids #1

For Students 2nd - 4th Standards
Could your third graders use some more times table practice? Complete these grids to reinforce the basics of multiplication times tables. A great way to bring all the times tables together with one instructional activity. Use this...
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Using Doubles

For Students K - 2nd Standards
Bring this easy shortcut to your first grade addition lesson!  By adding doubles (6+6, for example), and then adding or subtracting 1, kids learn how to solve simple addition problems with ease. This trick is especially helpful for...
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Algebra Wizards

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders are exposed to algebraic thinking by exploring the concept of a variable. They tell how many years have passed since they've seen a favorite teacher and then examine how they arrived at this number. They write equations.
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Patterns, Patterns Everywhere!

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Not only is pattern recognition an essential skill for young children to develop, it's also a lot of fun to teach! Over the course of this lesson, class members participate in shared readings, perform small group activities, and complete...
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My Foot and the Standard Foot

For Students K - 2nd Standards
Young mathematicians put one foot in front of the other as they learn how to measure length in an elementary math lesson. Using paper cutouts of their own feet, children measure classroom objects as they discover the importance of...
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Digging Dinosaurs

For Students K - 12th Standards
Build a function to solve problems rooted in archeology. A comprehensive set of five lessons presents problems requiring individuals to use functions. The initial lesson asks learners to find the possible number of dinosaurs from a...
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Measuring Mammals

For Students K - 12th Standards
Explore the meaning of scale and proportion with a set of five activities that examines the topic from elementary through high school. The first lessons explore ratio by examining pictures of different sizes. The next three activities...
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Algebra: What's My Rule?

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students apply higher level thinking skills to determine rules for sorting and classification. In this pre-algebra instructional activity, students nominate classmates who they think satisfy the unspoken "rule" established by the leader....
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Algebraic Processes And Its Connections To Geometry

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Youngsters explore number patterns within a Hundreds Chart. They discover six specific patterns from six teacher-directed rules in cooperative groups and describe in words ONE of the three patterns in their Learning Logs. They prove for...
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$1 Math

For Teachers 2nd - 7th Standards
Captivate your class by having them find the value of their names, different zoo animals, musical instruments, etc.,with a mental math lesson. Using the coding formula listed, children learn to fluently estimate and calculate simple sums.
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Even and Odd Numbers: Lesson Plans and Sample Problems

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd Standards
If your youngsters are new to numbers, here are several interactive strategies to get them thinking about even and odd numbers. For example, they can count the number of desks, people, etc. in the room and determine if it is even or odd....
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Algebra: Sorting, Representing, and Patterns

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students sort objects and create patterns. In this sorting and graphing lesson plan, students work at centers to find a way to sort a group of objects, then make a graphical representation of the number of each item. Finally, students...
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Algebra: Co-ordinates

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Students use Cartesian coordinates. In this graphing lesson plan students use simple formulae, interpret coordinates, and create graphical representations. They express their work algebraically.
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Macaroni Math - Unit Overview

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd Standards
It's not just for lunch, mini mathematicians make use of macaroni to model addition and subtraction of numbers up to 10. They place macaroni pieces on their desk and take away to model subtraction, then write subtraction story problems....
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Manipulatives Make Abstract Math Concepts Concrete

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Using math lessons that include manipulatives can help cement learning.
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How Old Did You Say?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore and develop algebraic formulas based on their own ages as the known variable. This is a clever, and simple, way to introduce the concept of algebra to young students.
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Noyce Foundation

First Rate

For Students K - 12th Standards
Explore distance and time factors to build an understanding of rates. A comprehensive set of problems target learners of all grade levels. The initial problem provides distance and time values and asks for the winner of a race. Another...
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Representing Relationships with Equations

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students explore Cuisenaire Rods.  In this pre-algebra instructional activity, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Students construct examples of the Commutative Property...
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Let's Trade

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders engage in a instructional activity which focuses on adding two-digit numbers and the regrouping process. They identify when the regrouping process is necessary and make appropriate "trades" to complete an addition problem.
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Basic Mathematical Operations Using Math Tiles

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using tiles as manipulatives. In this math operations lesson, young learners choose the appropriate sized tiles, arrange them according to directions given by the teacher, and...
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The World's Simplest Cartesian Diver

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Have your class learn about buoyancy using this simple lesson. First, they bring in condiment packets and see what happens when they place it in a glass of water. Then, they use one of the packets to illustrate the concept of a Cartesian...
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Relations

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students identify, compare, and analyze shapes and numbers. In this analogies and comparison math lesson, students warm up by completing 4 worksheets to familiarize themselves with analogies. In small groups, students are challenged to...
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Telling Time to 5 Minutes

For Teachers 2nd
In this second grade lesson your class will practice telling time. The goal is to tell time to five minutes using an analog clock. Your young students count by 5 minute intervals and discuss elapsed time. 

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