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Polynomials: Factors, Roots and Zeroes
Students factor polynomial equations. In this algebra lesson, students identify the zeros of the equations. They use algebra to rewrite word problems using symbols.
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A Borrower And A Lender Be
Second graders practice addition and subtraction in this fun, technology-based Mathematics lesson for the second grade classroom. The lesson includes resource links, video clips, interactive websites, and a section for pre-lesson...
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Graphing with Stems-and -Leafs
Fourth graders examine the use of stem and leaf graphs. For this stem and leaf graph lesson, 4th graders participate in teacher led lesson showing the use of the graphs. They work in groups to collect data about peanuts before making a...
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Place Value is as Easy as Pie
After reading a short story, "Race for the Pie!," learners help the main character, Chett, win a cherry pie by counting out cherries. Cheery cherry cards and a game board are included for you to print out as manipulatives. The goal of...
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Reflecting a Triangle in the Coordinate Plane
Learners explore geometric concepts using technology. They manipulate the TI to find important math topics. This activity requires a TI-84 or higher.
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Coins to Bills!
Students practice using money at a grocery store. For this money lesson, students get familiar with grocery store ads and work in pairs to use these ads to select food items to purchase using money manipulatives. Students practice being...
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Points, Lines, and Planes
Students solve problems dealing with points, lines and planes. For this geometry lesson, students differentiate between parallel lines and planes. They find the intersection of lines and planes.
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Equation of a Circle
Students write the equation of a circle. In this geometry lesson, students check the solution of a coordinate pair by evaluating them. They graph the circle given the equation and radius.
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Standard Form of Quadratic Functions
Students factor quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students identify the factors and use them to graph the parabola. They find the parameters and vertex of each graph.
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The Solar Cycle
Students research the solar cycle. In this Science lesson, students use the internet to investigate the solar cycle. Students produce a spreadsheet and graph from the information collected.
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Powerful Polygons
Students scan the classroom to find different common shapes. They listen as the teacher defines polygon and regular polygon. The teacher demonstrates regular polygons via the Internet and the "Math is Fun" web site. Students go outside...
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Roll or Slide?
Students explore models of three-dimensional shapes. In this geometric shapes instructional activity, students use hands-on manipulatives to explore three-dimensional shapes. Students predict whether each shape will roll or slide.
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Motion Geometry
Second graders experiment with slides, flips and turns to understand motion geometry. In this motion geometry lesson, 2nd graders navigate interactive motion geometry sites. Students illustrate the results of motion using paper models...
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Ordering Fractions
Second graders use shapes to create various fractions. In this fractions lesson, 2nd graders define a fraction, visit a website where they make fractions using various shapes, and use a fraction square set to create and name fractions.
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Getting Started with Cabri Jr.
Pupils construct geometric figures using Cabri Jr. in this constructing geometric figures using Cabri Jr. activity. They familiarize themselves with Cabri Jr. and construct segments and triangles. Your learners will use various tools to...
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Investigating Segments in a Right Triangle
High schoolers explore the concept of right triangles as they construct a right triangle using Cabri Jr. Learners find the midpoint of the hypotenuse and construct a line from the midpoint to the vertex of the right angle. They then...
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Investigating Lengths of Segments in a Triangle
Pupils explore the midsegment of a triangle in the geometry lesson. They draw and measure the segment joining the midpoints of the two sides of a triangle and compare its length to the length of the third side of the triangle. The...
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The "Art" of Baseball
Students investigate the art of baseball. In this sports lesson plan, students discuss their thoughts about the sport of baseball and create a baseball word list. Students use pattern blocks and drawing paper to create a simulated...
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The Ambiguous Case
Students investigate the relationship of triangles with its sides and angles. In this geometry lesson, students create visual on the graphing navigator as they study triangles. They move the sides around to create different angle-side...
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Decimal Concepts
Fourth graders complete a journal page to review decimal concepts. In this decimal lesson, 4th graders use manipulatives to represent decimal amounts. Students complete a homework sheet related to decimal and fractional parts.
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Mixing Mixed Numbers Art/Creating Fractions
Third graders explore number values by participating in class math activities. In this fractions lesson, 3rd graders collaborate with classmates to discuss the technique of adding mix numbers while utilizing paper plates to help...
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Native American Pebble and Pot Game
Students participate in a game using 12 manipulatives. In this addition and subtraction lesson students play a game originated by the Native Americans and look at a number of items and calculate how many are hidden. Items looked at and...
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"Zero-ing" In On Integers
Students add and subtract integers. In this integer lesson, students use models to demonstrte the addition and subtraction of integers. They describe zero pairs and write steps to add and subtract integers.
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The Magic Pot
Second graders complete activities with the book The Magic Pot. In this comprehension lesson plan, 2nd graders read the story, answer comprehension questions, and create a storyboard. They also complete Magic Pot math by working on...