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Illustrative Mathematics

Sand Under the Swing Set

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Help the local elementary school fix their playground by calculating the amount of sand needed near the swing set. The problem practices setting up proportions and ratios with three different options for solving. You can chose the option...
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Seeing Dots

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your algebra learners interpret algebraic expressions, in order to compare their structures, using a geometric context. They also discern how the two expressions are equivalent and represent a pattern geometrically and algebraically.
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Investigating the Discriminant

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
When is finding the discriminant enough? Using the quadratic formula helps find solutions to quadratic equations, but there are times when just using the discriminant is appropriate. Use this algebra II lesson plan to help classes see...
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Willow Tree

Multiplying Polynomials

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Make two parts into a whole. Scholars learn to multiply polynomials to create a simplified polynomial expression. Polynomials include monomial, binomials, and trinomials. 
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Simplifying Radicals – Day 1

For Teachers 8th - 10th
It doesn't get simpler than this. Scholars first learn to simplify radicals by determining the prime factors of the radicand. The instructional activity progresses to simplifying radicals involving algebraic expressions in the radicand.
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Exploring Quadratics and Graphs

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Young mathematicians first graph a series of quadratic equations, and then investigate how various parts of the equation change the graph of the function in a predictable way.
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Divisibility Rules Justified

For Teachers 6th - 8th
How do you know if a number is divisible? Instructors first prove the divisibility rules for three and four and then class members use this modeling to prove given divisibility rules for eight and nine either individually or in groups.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Fred's Fun Factory

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Spin to win! Individuals calculate the average number of tickets expected based on a probability distribution for the number of tickets per spin. Pupils use that information to determine the average number of tickets that can be won...
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Playing the LCM Game

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students practice finding the least common multiple of two numbers.  In this practice finding the least common multiple of two numbers lesson, students play head-to-head against their classmates.  Students play a version of 'slap jack'...
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Factor Trees

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students practice factor trees. They use Paint in Microsoft Word to create factor trees. After completion, they use a calculator to check their answers. In addition, they visit websites to reinforce the information.
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Processes and Its Connections to Geometry

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders discover the connections between algebra and geometry. With a focus on arrays and factors, they are introduced to multiplication. They develop an array for multiples of 2 through 10 and identify the factors of each row....
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Helping with Math

Factors with Prime and Composite Numbers (2 of 2)

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Ten two-digit numbers are listed for fourth graders to factor. Once they have factored each, they circle whether the original number is prime or composite. If you click on the "Print Worksheet" button, the printable spreads the problems...
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Division and Multiplication Corresponding

For Students 4th - 6th
In this division and multiplication worksheet, students solve 15 basic division and multiplication problems in which factors are involved. The worksheet states that 4 x 6 = 24, and student are asked to answer: 24/6, 24/4 and 6 x 4. There...
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Prime Numbers and Factors

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students determine factors of numbers to 100 and identify prime factors; students differentiate prime and composite numbers by the factors of the numbers.
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Exploring Multiplication Functions

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the terms "factor" and "product." In this mathematics lesson, 4th graders practice solving problems to find the products and factors present in different algebraic expressions.
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Guzzinta

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners explore strategies to solve number problems. They study divisibility rules. Students examine and practice multiples, factors, and palindromes. In groups, learners play a "number property" game.
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Factors for Grade 6: HCF, GCD and GCF

For Students 6th
In this factors for grade 6: HCF, GCD, and GCF worksheet, 6th graders answer 10 multiple choice questions, about factors and divisors, with answers available online.
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Factors

For Students 4th - 8th
In this factors worksheet, students solve word problems having to do with factors of numbers that are up to 4 digits. Students complete 10 problems.
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Relating GCF and LCM for Grade Six

For Students 6th
In this relating GCF and LCM for Grade Six worksheet, 6th graders answer ten multiple choice questions about factors and multiples, with answers available onscreen.
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Quadratic Equations

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders review algebraic methods of solving quadratic equations. Students discuss several methods of solving quadratic equations. They practice factoring and finding the roots of an equation for solving. A calculator is used to...
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Prime & Composite Numbers: Algebra/Geometry Institute 2009

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students create factor trees.  For this prime and composite lesson, students model fractions using tiles.  They create factor trees and identify prime and composite numbers.  Students use grid paper and tiles to model numbers.  A...
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Write Equation of a Line given the Slope

For Students 9th - 11th
For this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations using one and two steps. They solve systems of equations using substitution and elimination with graphing. There are links for ready made tests and quizzes.
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Functions and Fraction Combination

For Students 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders factor polynomials and find the roots of the equations. They write the rules representing the equation and how to solve it. There are 9 questions.
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Factors and Greatest Common Factor

For Students 9th
In this factors worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 39 different problems that include determining the greatest common factor to solve. First, they state whether each number is prime or composite. Then, students factors each...

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