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Trapezoids
In this trapezoids instructional activity, 10th graders solve 5 different problems related to trapezoids and applying the appropriate theorem. First, they define a trapezoid, including its bases, legs, and base angles. Then, students use...
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Angles in Triangles
Eighth graders translate word problems using mathematical ideas. In this geometry lesson, 8th graders identify angles of triangles using equations and the triangle sum theorem. They create angles with a protractor and straight edge.
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Shape Up
Middle schoolers explore differents types of triangles and quadriaterals. In this polygon lesson, students model identify and compare two and three dimensional geometric figures. Middle schoolers create tangrams and discover the...
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As the Bird Flies
Students investigate the properties of lines and congruent triangle theorems as well as apply geometric properties and relationships to real-world mathematical problems. Given two different scenarios, they examine maps that have been...
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Unit 9 Trigonometry
In this trigonometry activity, students find the lengths of triangles. They construct triangles and spirals. Students complete indirect measurement problems. They find the distance between objects and determine the volume of rectangular...
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Area, Perimeter and Volume
In this area, perimeter and volume worksheet, students solve and complete 12 various types of problems. First, they calculate the value for each variable in the triangle shown. Then, students find the distance of the ladder against a...
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Angle-Side Relationships
High schoolers calculate the different sides and angles of a triangle. In this geometry lesson, students use triangular properties to define the relationship between two triangle. They identify missing angles using the interior angle...
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Inscribing a Square in a Circle
Inscribing a square in a circle brings up a number of interesting geometry topics including triangle congruence and how to prove a quadrilateral is a square. This activity is followed up by finding the area of the square and determining...
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Homer/Scarecrow Worksheet
In this Pre-calculus instructional activity, students consider a scenes from The Wizard of Oz and The Simpsons refering to the Pythagorean Theorem. Students analyze the statement for errors and write about another...
Mt. San Antonio Collage
The Trapezoid
Enjoy this nicely organized worksheet that puts together multiple problems regarding trapezoid proofs. The resource can be used as a guide that begins with proving properties and ends with solving for measures of line segments.
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T Points from Directions
Here is a lesson plan that starts with having geometers translate points using compass directions into an accurate picture of the problem. Then they must use their knowledge of the Pythagorean theorem or similar triangles to solve. This...
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Pyramids- Slant Height and Altitude
Students calculate the height and altitude of a pyramid. In this geometry lesson, students define the parts that make up a pyramid. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the missing parts of a pyramid.
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Trigonometry Applications
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve application word problems involving the use or right triangle trigonometry, including angle of elevation or depression. The one page interactive worksheet contains five questions. Hints,...
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Geometry and Measurement
Students view a right triangle displayed by the teacher. Students measure legs and the interior angles of the triangle. They look for a pattern or relationship between the legs and angles. Students use pegboards and string to create more...
Lockport City School District
Reasons for Geometric Statement/Reason Proofs
Stuck trying to remember the formal language of a geometric proof? Never fear, this handout has them all ready to go. The reasons are sectioned by topic so this handy guide is ready when you are to tackle those two column proofs.
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Area of Polygons
Students engage in a instructional activity that is about the concept of polygons and focuses upon finding the area. They use formulas provided in the instructional activity in order to solve problems given by the teacher for independent...
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Polygons All Around Us!
Students explore the concept of polygon properties. In this polygon properties lesson plan, students draw polygons with different numbers of sides such as pentagons, octagons, hexagons, etc. Students identify different geometric shapes...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Isosceles Triangle Theorem
Material to supplement instruction on isosceles triangles: a lesson with related theorems and examples; an online practice quiz for students to take and check their answers; and guidelines for proving the isosceles triangle theorem.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: Isosceles Triangles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Apply the properties of isosceles triangles.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Use Pythagorean Theorem to Find Isosceles Triangle Side Lengths
Find the missing side lengths of isosceles triangles by using the Pythagorean Theorem. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Finding Isosceles Triangles
This task asks students to examine three triangles in the coordinate plane and explain why they are isosceles triangles. Aligns with 8.G.B.8.
Geometry Help
Geometry Help: Isosceles Triangles
Explains the basic concept of isosceles triangles with step-by-step instructions and methods for solving specific problems on your own relating to this topic.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Shape: Isosceles Triangles Inside Circles
Determine isosceles triangles inside a circle made from chords and radii.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Interactive Geometry: 4.4 Theorems About Triangles
Discover some theorems about triangles.