Willow Tree
Equations of a Line
Each form of a linear equation has its purpose — pupils just have to find it. Building on the previous instructional activity in the series, learners examine point-slope and standard form. Using point-slope form, pupils write the...
Pennsylvania Department of Education
The Multiplicative Identity and Numbers Close to One
Pupils practice multiplying and dividing whole numbers by fractions. They study the multiplicative identity property that states that the product of any number and 1 is that number. They multiply whole numbers by fractions close to 1 and...
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Slippery Slope
Middle schoolers use a computer to complete activitites about slope. They find the slope of mountains, roofs, and stairs using rise over run. Pupils are shown different types of slopes and have to identify if the slope is positive,...
Virginia Department of Education
Translation and Reflection
Bring about the change you want to see in the world or at least in your lesson plans. Young mathematicians learn about translation and reflections by applying them to polygons on the coordinate plane. Results provide data to develop...
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Finding X and Y Intercepts
How can you solve systems of linear equations? This slideshow introduces learners to the substitution method, the elimination method using addition and subtraction, and the elimination method using multiplication. Guided practice...
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Study Guide for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB Examination
Is this going to be on the test? A calculus study guide provides an organized list of important topics and a few examples with answers. The topics include elementary functions, limits, differential calculus, and integral calculus,...
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Bungee Jump Lab
Student apply linear relationships to the real world. They use Ken and Barbie dolls and experiment to find the line of best fit. They collect data, analyze data, and make predictions from it. The learners also use Microsoft Power Point...
CPM
Using Equal Values Method or Substitution
Math whizzes solve and complete 20 different problems. Problems are solved using the substitute, or the equal values method. Learners also create their own systems of equations based on word problems.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Problem Solving with Fractions
Solve story problems using fractions or decimals. Then, determine the reasonableness of answers using estimation.The detailed lesson includes essential questions, vocabulary, a materials list, and links to related units.
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Exponential Growth and Exponential Functions
Pupils explore the concept of exponential functions. In this exponential functions lesson, students model exponential growth about a high school population using an applet. Pupils manipulate the applet to show the effect that a change in...
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The Nutrients Public Transportation System
Students investigate the human circulatory system by experimenting with hoses. In this human body lesson, students create a system of hoses simulating the circulatory system which they utilize to pass objects through. Students discuss...
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Geometric Shapes And Figures
High schoolers compete in a scavenger hunt to find twenty-two different geometric shapes in natural objects around the school. They practice identification of each geometric shape using a handout then form small groups to search the...
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Forms Of Relations
Students identify relations and functions. In this algebra lesson, students map points and decide whether the mapping is a function or not. They find the inverse and examine relations for functions.
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Relations and Functions
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students determine if a relation is a function or not and find the functional value of a domain element. The two page worksheet contains a combination of nine multiple choice and free response...
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Solving a System of Equations
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders determine the solution to a system of one linear and one quadratic equation. The two page worksheet contains a combination of nine multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are...
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Using the Coordinate Plane in Problem Solving
Fifth graders practice solving problems. In this fraction and decimal lesson plan, 5th graders recognize the relationship between fraction and decimals. Students estimate problem results and write expressions to use for problem solving.
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Quadrilaterals in the Coordinate Plane
Learners find the coordinates of the vertices of special quadrilaterals placed in the coordinate plane. They find the coordinates of missing vertices of squares and parallelograms.
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Mine Shaft Grade 8 Slope
Eighth graders investigate slopes using real life scenario. In this algebra lesson plan, 8th graders model and interpret real life data. They plot their data in a coordinate plane and discuss the results with the class.
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Systems of Linear Equations
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students use the elimination method to solve systems of linear equations. The one page worksheet contains six multiple choice questions. Answers are included.
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Where Should They Hold the Fundraising Party?
Pupils explore financial applications of linear functions. As they investigate the steps necessary to plan a fundraising event, learners explore minimizing cost and maximizing profits.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Creating a Reflection
Investigate geometric reflections in this geometry lesson plan. Create geometric reflections that show the reflection across the x and y axis of a coordinate graph. Learners watch a teacher demonstration before proceeding on their own....
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Quad Squad
Students pretend they have visited a forest research station on an overnight field trip. They study forest fires, use compass directions, read maps, interpret imagery, and think about the impact of fire on ecosystems.
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What Percentage of Time Do You Spend Doing Daily Activities?
Engage your kids with an intriguing, real-life exploration that covers several areas in math, and allows for natural academic differentiation.
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Do Two Points Always Determine an Exponential Function?
Algebra learners explore, analyze and build an exponential equation given its form and a specific point that exists on the function in this task. The last question asks learners to apply their ideas to an exponential equation given two...