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Thiebaud Cake Math: Elementary

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students explore the American artist Wayne Thiebaud. They practice addition, subtraction, fractions, money problems, and classification problems by carefully examining his painting entitled Cakes. They create a bold cake painting.
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Mathematics Word Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students solve 16 word problems. For example, "Andy has .9 of a dollar. How many dimes is that? How much money is that?"
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Unit 4: Worksheet I - Algebraic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
For this algebraic equation worksheet, students read a story problem. They write algebraic equations and solve for the unknown. Students also use a guess and check table to solve problems. This one-page worksheet contains three story...
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Halloween Word Problems

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this Halloween word problems worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 5 math word problems that require them to add and subtract.
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Double-Digit Addition with Regrouping

For Teachers 1st
First graders recall place value system and double-digit addition, create and manipulate double-digit regrouping, and devise and identify ways to use regrouping.
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Investigating the Probability

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students investigate probability using coins and dice. They collect data, graph, organize and interpret data. They predict, describe, compare, compute and draw conclusions based on what they observe and record.
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So/Such Introduction

For Students 5th - 7th
In this grammar worksheet, students learn when to use the word "so" and when to use the word "such" in sentences. They then answer 14 questions.
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An Academic, Economic, Cultural, and Political Lesson Plan

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students reflect on how many board games they've played have African Americans, their culture or history incorporated within. They identify four street games and three card games that appeal to African Americans. They play the...
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Equivalent Pals (Fractions)

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore equivalent fractions. In groups, classmates follow instructions to tear paper into fractional parts. Students brainstorm real life items that are equivalent. They model and identify equivalent fractions using...
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A Few/ Few and A Little/ Little

For Students 4th - 5th
In this language arts worksheet, students learn the correct use of a few/ few and a little/ little. Students read the information box about count and non-count nouns and the use of few and little. Then students complete 30 multiple...
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Problem Solving: Work Backward

For Students 4th
In this problem solving worksheet, 4th graders solve each of 6 word problems by working backwards. They use the strategy while working with money and decimals.
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Leveled Problem Solving Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

For Students 5th - 6th
In order to be able to multiply and divide decimals properly, students need to be provided with a variety of ways to practice this skill. In this basic instructional activity, students practice how to multiply and divide decimals using...
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Systems of Word Problems

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate systems of linear equations.  In this Algebra I instructional activity, 9th graders explore word problems that can be solved by using a system of equations.   The problems involve such topics as cell phone...
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4-Digit Problem Solving: Add and Subtract

For Students 3rd - 5th
For this problem solving worksheet, students solve a total of 7 equations, drawing models and using algorithm. A reference web site for additional activities is given.
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Planning and Shopping for the Menu

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students plan a menu considering the number of people to be served and the amount of money they have to work with to buy the necessary ingredients.
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Introduction to Contracts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers are introduced to the concept of contracts in street law. In groups, they compare and contrast contract law with tort law. They identify the basic concepts of each and view examples to see the concepts in use. They also...
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Choose a Method

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this choosing methods to problem solve instructional activity, students use a chart, draw pictures, and ring sets to find the answers. Students solve six problems.
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Numeracy Samples

For Students 3rd - 4th
In these number literacy worksheets, students complete eight different activities that help them learn numbers and use numbers.
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Math Investigations

For Teachers K
Students demonstrate how math is used in everyday life. In this math investigation lesson, students develop a class-list of ways they use math everyday. Students define math vocabulary words, such as "counting," "daily life," and "measure."
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Gone Fishin'

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students experiment with population management in this hands-on lesson.  In this biology lesson, students collect data on overuse of a resource and how to manage for sustainability. Students fish for m&m's using straws and try to...
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The Fruits of Fairness

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students examine the distribution of wealth in the US. In this economic distribution lesson, students use math skills to apply real statistics to the students in their classroom making these facts more of a reality.
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Mr. Jones's Home Improvements

For Students 6th
In this Mr. Jones's home improvements worksheet, 6th graders use the information given, then calculate the materials needed and the cost (in pounds) for the work;  there are 9 word problems.
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Finding Your Stride Length

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students participate in an estimation activity to determine the length of a hallway or to estimate how many people can fit in the school stadium or gym.
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Add 2-Digit Numbers in Different Ways

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this solving addition word problems instructional activity, students use secret code cards and counters to problem solve. Students solve six problems.