+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Estimation and Measurement

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners explore measurement and estimation with non-standard units. In this measurement lesson, students discuss items that could be used to measure; they use tooth picks to measure specific items around the classroom, both estimating...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Holiday Count and Color

For Students Pre-K - 1st
In this holiday counting worksheet, students count and color 6 different sets of objects. First, they read the directions and count the number of each object as instructed. Then, students color the correct number of holiday objects in...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Taste

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars collect data to be used in selecting the class favorite taste. They predict which among the common flavors such as salty, sweet, sour, or bitter is preferred.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Teaching fractions & ratios with M&Ms

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students collect data using M&Ms, fill in charts, and write ratios and fractions for each color M&M.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Fraction Fun

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students practice identifying common fractions using various manipulatives. They visit a visual fractions website and complete an activity. In the final activity, students create real-life problems.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Coordinate Crunch

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students identify plots on a graph while playing a game on a large coordinate grid and then on smaller grids.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Scoot for Money

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students rotate through a group of centers counting the coins that are in a cup placed at each spot. After completing the entire circuit, papers are graded as a whole class and each student gets to spend the money in their cup at a class...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Interest and Credit

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students define interest and credit. In this algebra activity, students analyze the pros and cons of having credit versus debit and interest as it applies to credit and debit. Students apply the ideas of interest and credit in their...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Cartesian Coordinates

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars investigate rational numbers through data analysis and statistics. In this algebra lesson, students represent, rename, compare and order rational numbers. They collect and represent data correctly on a graph.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

RIP M&M's

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve theoretical probability problems. In this algebra lesson, students apply the concept of probabilities to solving real life scenarios. They collect data and graph it using experimental probability.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Fractions to Represent M&M Colors

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate the concept of fraction and tangible application. In this algebra lesson, students use fractions to solve real life scenarios. They convert between fractions and decimals and identify the numerator and denominator.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Fractions

For Teachers 1st
First graders use Hershey chocolate bars to practice fractions.  In this fraction activity, 1st graders review different fractions and figure out different ways to represent fractions with the pieces of the Chocolate bar. This activity...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Data, Data, Everywhere... and What Am I To Think?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students demonstrate good random sampling techniques for data collection, select and develop graphic presentations of data and analyze the data to solve a problem presented.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ordering Fractions

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders use shapes to create various fractions.  In this fractions lesson, 2nd graders define a fraction, visit a website where they make fractions using various shapes, and use a fraction square set to create and name fractions.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Get Your Numbers in Shape - TI-83

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
High Schoolers use the TI-83 calculator to produce a sequence, explore patterns and find a linear or quadratic equation for a given pattern. They use inductive reasoning to make conjectures about patterns. They find the Y-value of a...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Raising the Bar While Hogging the Ham (Radio, That Is)

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars watch a Cyberchase video to determine the importance of using the correct scale when making bar graphs. They examine how to use bar graphs to gain information easily. They determine how to use bar graphs persuasively.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Heredity Mix 'n Match

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students randomly select jelly beans that represent genes for several human traits such as tongue-rolling ability and eye color. Then, working in pairs (preferably of mixed gender), students randomly choose new pairs of jelly beans from...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students investigate graphing.  In this bar graph lesson, students view an informational website about graphing, then construct a class birthday bar graph outside with sidewalk chalk. Students choose a survey topic, then collect data and...
+
Worksheet
Lesson Snips

Halves, Thirds, and Quarters - Exploring Fractions

For Students Pre-K - 4th Standards
Fractions can be difficult to understand. In this introduction to fractions worksheet, learners determine meaning, identify terms, and problem solve fractions. Fraction fiends solve eight problems. An excellent resource!
+
Worksheet
2
2
Curated OER

Halloween Word Problems

For Students 4th - 5th Standards
Young mathematicians are put to the test in a learning exercise that requires them to help another school plan a Halloween party. By reading word problems, learners decide whether to multiply or divide in order to solve.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations and graph their answer. They add and subtract integers and compare them using a number line. There are 15 questions with an answer key.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Weighty Task

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students aim to explain the need for standardization of units of measurement. They pose their own standards for the value of a kilogram and compare them with the currently used standard.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Quarters, Dimes, and Nickels

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders add and subtract coins, decide which coins to use to purchase an item, and compare values of sets of coins.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

"Going Camping"

For Teachers K
Students review the difference between "wants" and "needs." Students apply acquired knowledge by preparing for a pretend camping trip. Students plan out their trip together and then revise their list twice.

Other popular searches