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Folding Shapes; Are the Sides the Same?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore geometry by experimenting with fold-ables. In this geometric shapes lesson, 2nd graders utilize cutout shapes from construction paper which they experiment with by folding. Students examine the symmetry and...
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Thanksgiving Lesson Plans

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Here are some fun and educational Thanksgiving lesson plans.
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Place Value

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore place value. In this math lesson plan, 2nd graders study place value of ones and tens. They will learn how many ones are in one ten and write numbers using more than one place value.
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Comparing Sizes

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students compare sizes. In this math lesson, students complete activities that require them to compare the sizes of their bodies to those of their classmates.
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Jumping to Conclusions

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students decide as a class what their data is going to be to graph. In this math lesson plan, students organize data so that it will be easier to display in a graph. Students are guided through the process by their teachers, and helped...
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Investigation-What are My Chances?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore probability. In this math lesson plan, 2nd graders discuss the possibility of choosing a certain colored tile from a bag. Students perform experiments and describe the outcomes as certain, possible, unlikely and...
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Using a Metric Ruler

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students explore measuring with metric rulers. In this math lesson plan, students measure two-dimensional objects using metric units.
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Tessellations

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students create tessellations. In this math lesson, students explore symmetry and patterns through the creation of a tessellation. Students design and create their own tessellation.
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Get the Turtle to the Pond

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Young scholars solve problems. In this math lesson, students write solutions using LOGO commands in order to help get the turtle to the pond.
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Plastic Packaging

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students collect data. In this math lesson, students collect data about recyclable materials. Students develop a plan that will help the environment. Recycling plastic containers is discussed.
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The Weight of Things

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students explore weight. In this math lesson plan, students predict which item weighs more and discuss how they arrived at their decision. Students weigh several items to determine which weighs more.
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Mind Your P's and C's!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders estimate how much volume a container can hold. For this math lesson, 2nd graders compare their estimates with actual measurements. They share and discuss their results in class.
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Alberta Learning

Proper Fractions: Activity Sheet

For Students 2nd - 4th Standards
Practice identifying fractions with a worksheet that asks scholars to explore drawings and pinpoint parts of a whole. Class members asses figures and objects to identify the numerator, denominator, and write them in fraction form. 
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Arrays of Food

For Teachers 2nd
This lesson is based on video clip 220 from the Count on it! series, however the same problem can be posed with out the video. Learners work independently to determine the amount of dried food they will need for a camping trip. Each...
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Problem Solving

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Scholars will learn to solve word problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. Using a grocery store theme, they will identify the best way to solve real-life problems. There are many ways this basic lesson can be...
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Desert Discoveries

How Old is Old? (And, How Much is a Million?)

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Here is an interesting lesson on how old things are designed for young scientists. In it, learners compile a list of their birthdays, and the class puts them in sequential order from youngest to oldest. Then, they sequence 15 objects...
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Budgeting: You Can't Manage What You Don't Know

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Young scholars discuss budgets. In this mathematics activity, students watch an episode of Biz Kid$ about budgeting, participate in a guided group discussion, and create a pamphlet to teach others how to budget their money. Extension...
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A Minute in Time

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Here is an interesting and illuminating task for young learners. Using an egg timer to keep track of time, pupils see how much they can do in one minute's time. A brainstorm session takes place where everyone comes up with tasks they...
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Braided Rag Rug or Potholder

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students draw a picture of the size of rug or potholder they want to make. Individually, they measure the length of the spiral to determine how much fabric they are going to need. They follow specific instructions to make the rug and...
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Teaching Ideas and Resources

For Teachers 1st - 6th
In this teacher website, teachers have access to a variety of tools and resources. Teachers can utilize plans, lessons, and worksheets in all subject areas.
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Do you have the time?

For Students K - 2nd
A very simple instructional activity, this handout includes a model conversation and 12 different time expressions such as "It's five after (two)" and "It's quarter to (three)". After studying the model conversation and the time...
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Window Treatments for Energy Savings

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students investigate energy-saving window treatments. For this environmental lesson, students research how energy-saving windows work by conducting an experiment using a thermometer and graphing data. Students identify why energy-saving...
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Worksheet 2 - Odd & Even Numbers

For Students 1st - 2nd
Here's a good worksheet to use as a way to assess how well the class understood the lesson on odd and even number. They will mark odd and even numbers, add odd number, add even numbers, mark the odds and evens, then answer 3 related fill...
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And the Survey Says...

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Create a survey and graph! In this graphing lesson, students listen to a story about pets, create a survey for family and friends about what pets they own, and use the information to create a bar and line graph.

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