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Divide 3 and 4 Digit Numbers
In this division worksheet, students solve 6 word problems in which they divide three and four digit numbers. They describe where the mistake is in one of the problems.
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Systems of linear inequalities in standard form
Learners practice graphing linear inequalities and explain their solution sets to the solving of a system of linear equalities graphically and symbolically. They utilize programming techniques in setting up and solving systems of linear...
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Fractions
Students practice measurement. In this fractions lesson, 6th graders measure volume of a liquid, e.g. 1/5 liter, and learn the vocabulary of fractions (numerator, denominator). Students solve sample problems in small...
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Bowling Over Fractions
Stduents use fractions by bowling. They are required to make a math sentence after bowling and using greater than, less than or equal signs.
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From the Heights to the Depths
Students create a relief map of Asia and Australia. They work in small groups on sections of the map to make one complete map of the continents.
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Universal Proportions: Earth and Moon
Students create scale models of Earth, the Moon, and the distances within the universe. Working in groups, they construct their models of Earth and the Moon on a scale of 50:1 and calculate how far apart to place their models. They...
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Graphing Inequalities
Young scholars graph inequalities on a number line and discuss how to solve for one variable. The teacher models examples as students take notes. In groups, young scholars participate in an activity to demonstrate inequalities on a...
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Perimeter
In this math worksheet, students learn how to find the perimeter of a polygon. Students read the information and answer 6 questions in which the perimeter of figures is calculated.
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Subset Sum
Students explore the concept of exponential growth. In this exponential growth lesson, students solve a problem about ensuring fairness in a Tug-of-War. Students determine which students should be on a team to ensure that...
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Kite Combinations
In this math patterns worksheet, students analyze the 6 numbers in each of 3 kites. The smallest number can be multiplied by a number to equal all the other numbers in the kite. Students fill out 3 tables with the multiples.
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Introduction to Measurement
Student observes and measures the variability in the length of the forearm and the length of the foot and to test a common belief that the length of the foot is equal to the length of the forearm.
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Fractions: Multiplication and Division
Seventh graders multiply and divide fractions. Using the teepee method, 7th graders model fractions as they find solutions to problems. They recognize that "of" means to multiply and explore real life situations when multiplying or...
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Ten Cards Game
In this cards game, students play a card game in three rounds. In the first round, the student's objective is to gather the largest sum of cards. For round two, students try to gather cards to equal a sum of 50. In the...
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Use Symbols to Subtract
Pupils practice crossing out items in a group in order to complete subtraction problems. In this subtraction lesson plan, students watch a PowerPoint presentation and then practice problems on their own.
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Guess Again!
In this number sense worksheet, students solve 8 story problems in which clues are given for the ages of a group of people. Students figure out the age of each person in the story.
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Lining up the Decimals
Fifth graders order decimals from least to greatest and greatest to least. In this decimal order instructional activity, 5th graders complete an online review of comparing 2 digit numbers. Students then complete a decimal order card game...
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District Decisions
Students review census data and examine the manner in which reapportionment and redistricting occurs. They, in groups, debate a proposed change in the way congressional districts are drawn and present their debates to the class.
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How Big Are Earth, Sun, and Moon?
Third graders draw what they believe is in space on a dry erase board. In groups, they are given a beaker half filled with water and they add a teaspoon of oil, observing the different layers that form. To end the lesson, they identify...
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Multiplying Polynomials - FOIL
Students participate in an activity to demonstrate the distributive property. They take notes as they observe different methods of FOIL. Afterward, students work on their own, and in groups to determine which method to use and complete...
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Are You a Golden Ratio?
Students explore the concept of the golden ratio in nature and architectural design. They discuss examples such as petals on a sunflower and the Parthenon. In small groups they take turns measuring their body parts to find a golden ratio.
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Playing In The Dirt - Discovering Soil
Middle schoolers discuss some the different types of soil in Oklahoma. They identify the soil types and explore the characteristics of each type of soil. In groups, students perform hands-on activities such as taking soil samples,...
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Repeated Subtraction
Learners can find the difference using repeated subtraction. This set of 6 word problems encourages them to use repeated subtraction as the primary problem solving strategy.
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Real Life Situations
Pupils investigate different equations and think critically how they could represent a real-life situation. They should write a word problem to coincide with the given equations. The lesson requires students to use critical thinking skills.
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Expressions and Equations
Develop understanding of algebraic expressions and equations by having your class define examples of each. The class discusses how parentheses affect the order of operations and learn how to solve for x. A variety of examples are used.