Curated OER
Cloud Shadows
Students classify clouds as transparent, translucent or opaque. They conduct an experiment to determine the visual opacity of several classroom objects and then conduct further observations of clouds.
Curated OER
Cloud Observation and Graphing
Students identify the three major cloud groups. They are introduced to the three main cloud types and spend a week making and recording observations of clouds. Students produce a graph that presents their findings and conduct research...
Curated OER
Creating a Thematic Map Using S'COOL Data
Students observe weather patterns, collect data, and make a weather predictions for various locations on a map.
Curated OER
German Immigration: Part I
Students develop a construct and can come to an understanding of the principle causes of European immigration to the United States during the three decades between 1930 and 1960.
Curated OER
Estimating Altitude of Water Cloud Base
Young scholars conduct an experiment to determine dew point and use a formula to detemine altitude. They construct a chart and predict what altitude clouds would form, given the dew point on the ground.
Curated OER
Twisters
Learners differentiate between the terms 'tornado watch' and 'tornado warning' and simulate the conditions that produce tornadoes. They read "Night of the Twisters" by Ivy Ruckman and conduct an experiment using two-liter plastic...
US Department of Education
Helping Your Child Learn Math: Math for the Fun of It
This compilation of math activities engages parents and children in the use of math whenever they are at home. Packed with concise, high interest activities, related illustrations, detailed "parent pointers," and easy to following...
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Nz Maths Problem Solving Lesson Plans: Level 2
NZMaths is a New Zealand teacher resource that provides lesson plans for learners in algebra, geometry, measurement, numbers, statistics, logic and reasoning.
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Nz Maths Problem Solving Lesson Plans: Level 1
NZMaths, a New Zealand teacher resource, provides lesson plans for learners in algebra, geometry, measurement, numbers, statistics, logic and reasoning.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: Deductive and Inductive Reasoning
Part of a University of Toronto website, this page defines and describes deductive and inductive reasoning in solving mathematical problems.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Logic
Understanding mathematical language in problem solving can be a difficult concept to grasp. Sharpen your logical reasoning skills at this test prep site that explains the terms: if, and, or, implies, and only if, as they relate to math....
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Deductive Reasoning
An explanation and description of deductive reasoning in solving problems at this site from The Math Forum. Simple and helpful information.
Maths Challenge
Maths challenge.net: Right Angle Reasoning
A geometry problem for students to use their mathematical reasoning skills to explain a right triangle property.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Don't Fall In
Have you ever wondered why manhole covers are round? Believe it or not, there is a logical, mathematical reason. See if you can figure it out in this NCTM Math Challenge for Families activity. A one-page activity with suggested life...
Math Slice
Math Slice: Smart Guess Game
Can you guess the correct number between 1 and 99 in less than 30 tries? Play this fast paced, interactive game that tests your number sense and reasoning skills. If your are a great guesser, your name will be posted.
Maths Challenge
Maths challenge.net: Counting Triangles Again
A "one star" geometry problem that requires finding the visual pattern and applying logic with basic math skills to find triangles in a pattern.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Instant Insanity
Excellent interactive challenge working with cube nets to stack them in a specific order. Manipulate the cubes online to solve the problem.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Sesame Street
Do you know how to get to Sesame Street? This collection is designed to engage preschoolers in everyday learning by teaching core skills in Math, Literacy, STEM, and Social and Emotional Development. Here you'll find hundreds of videos,...
Quia
Quia: Story Problems With Mixed Practice
Your problem-solving skills are put to the test in this interactive word problem game on this site. Employ a variety of mathematical skills and strategies including logical reasoning and computation. Multiple choice problems created for...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Self Check Quiz on Reasoning & Proof
The online assessment demonstrates knowledge of concepts utilized in Geometry. The multiple choice questions test students on mathematical reasoning and proof.
Iowa State University
Math Night Resources: Pencil and Paper Games
Play these pencil and paper games to engage learners in critical thinking and reasoning. Written directions are provided along with colorful animation to explain in detail how each game is played and possible strategies needed to win.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Working With Logic
Test your logic and knowledge of conditionals, biconditionals, negations, conjunctions, and disjunctions in this twelve-question quiz. Answer each question on your own, then see what the answer and the reasoning behind the answer are.
Iowa State University
Math Jeopardy
It's time for Jeopardy. Detailed directions and suggested game questions are given for Math Jeopardy. Questions are attached in a PDF file that can be downloaded and printed.
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Nz Maths: Problem Solving Lesson Plans: Level 3 Problems
This New Zealand Problems website is an excellent resource for lesson plans in problem-solving. They are organized into the following categories: algebra, geometry, measurement, numbers, statistics, and logic and reasoning.