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The Geographic Question
Learners are introduced to the characteristics of a river system. In groups, they discover how rivers are formed and how it flows. They discuss the relationship between the river system and people and develop ways to keep the river...
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Introduction to Archaeology
Students view a PowerPoint presentation called, Archaeological Terms then discuss the job of an archaeologist and new vocabulary. They view the teacher made "artifact grid" and photograph the grid from different angles. They work in...
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How Much is a Million?
Fifth graders explore the relationship between customary and metric units of measurement. Through discussion and hands-on activities, they discover how units of measurement are related. Students create a millions book to aid in their...
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It's So Simple
Students use basic materials to create four simple machines. In this introduction to simple machines lesson, students are given four different scenarios that require a simple machine in order to solve. The students use devices such as a...
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Factors, Prime Factorization, Multiples
Seventh graders examine Prime Factorizations, Multiples, and Factors. In this prime number, factorization, and multiples lesson, 7th graders identify greatest common factors and least common multiples. Students use problem solving skills...
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Integers on a Coordinate Plane
Boogie fever! Explore the concept of integers on coordinate plane. In this integers on a coordinate plane lesson, pupils graph rational numbers on the coordinate plane and identify coordinates of a point. Students perform a line dance...
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How Big Is It?
Fifth graders look at the Garrison flag and estimate how big it is. In this measurement lesson plan, 5th graders then calculate the area and perimeter of the flag.
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Ratios, Proportions, and Cross-multiplication
Students use cross-multiplication to find the unknown respiration rate of an astronaut. In this multiplication lesson plan, students also use the same process to find missing values in proportions.
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In the Right Mode
Sixth graders practice determining mean, median, mode, and range using individual mileage logs. They convert miles to kilometers and graph their results.
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Cereal Box Blocks and More!
Learners sort and categorize different types of boxes and cartons. In this sorting lesson, students designate areas of the room to put different sizes, styles, or colors of boxes. They help their teacher count and graph the different...
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How Safe Is Your Backyard?
Seventh graders investigate the safety of soil and water locally and communicate via the Internet with students in different locales sharing information. They research the Internet using its multimedia capabilities and collate the data...
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Size Small School
Students explore the concept of scale and ratio. In this scale and ratio lesson plan, students work in groups to measure a given space such as a hallway, office, or gym. Students measure their area using a meter stick. ...
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Survey Savvy
Middle schoolers explore various aspects of design innovation. For this design lesson, links are provided to three innovations from the Design for the Other 90% Web site in order for students to study and evaluate them. Middle schoolers...
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Designing a Fort
Students explore the concept of right triangles. In this right triangle lesson, students construct a scale model of a tourist attraction similar to Fort Jefferson. Students research aerial photos of Fort Jefferson, then build their...
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GENDER BIASED WORD PROBLEMS
Young scholars identify word problems that show stereotyping and calculate the percentages.
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Law of Sines Word Problems
Students solve word problems using the law of sines. In this precalculus lesson, students work in groups as they define vocabulary terms. They apply the formula of sine to answer and solve problems.
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Cannonball
Students calculate the speed, motion and distance of a projectile. In this geometry lesson, students obtain measurements while calculating velocity. They graph their results and make predictions.
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Bridge Building
Eighth graders will create model drawings of bridges and integrate technology into the process of creating a visual representation. Technology is used in the industry of design and architecture. This lesson helps to build real life skills.
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The Twelve Days of Christmas
Students purchase gift items and practice collecting, analyzing, computing, and recording information. In this data lesson plan, students also complete money equivalent activities.
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Solving Genetic Puzzles
Seventh graders examine genetics combination using statistics. In this statistics lesson, 7th graders examine genetic trait using a table or punnett square to identify genotype and phenotype. This assignment requires more than one class...
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Law of Sine and Cosine
Learners solve problems using the law of sine and cosine. In this precaclulus lesson, students learn the law of DeMoivre's Theorem and Heron's theorem. They use both theorems to solve problems.
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Adding Three Digits
Second graders use cards to create 3-digit addition problems and add them together. In this addition lesson plan, 2nd graders add numbers with and without regrouping. Students use a deck of cards to play an addition game in pairs. A very...
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Is Your Order Up or Down?
Young scholars practice ordering numbers. In this number sense lesson, students collaborate to order whole numbers from greatest to least and least to greatest. Young scholars also practice the concept by using educational software.
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Class Opinions on Renewable Energy
In this renewable energy worksheet, students put an X on their opinion on the energy source that will help the Earth's problems. Students have 5 energy sources to choose from and then complete math problems based on the results.