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Curated OER

Density and Buoyancy Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners investigate why some objects float or sink in water. In this physics instructional activity, students calculate the density of clay ball using a mathematical equation. They write a complete lab report about the experiment.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Density: Float or Sink

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discover density.  For this density lesson, students discover the properties of objects that allow them to float or sink in water.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Energy of Music

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students discover how engineers use sound energy. They participate in hands-on activities in which they discover how we know sound exists. They identify different pitches and frequencies as well.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

A.P. Calculus Practice Exam AB Version- Section I- Part B

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this A. P. Calculus AB worksheet, learners solve seventeen multiple-choice problems with a graphing calculator.  This worksheet is designed as a practice test for the A.P. Exam and should be timed.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Causes of Differences in Density

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students explore how density changes. Students read an article on density. They observe a ball and ring demonstration and discuss the outcome. Students draw models of the demonstration and explain what happened.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ice Cream Chemical and Physical Changes

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders identify characteristics of a simple physical and chemical change. They describe objects by the properties of the materials from which they are made and that these properties can be used separate. Students describe the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Making Data Meaningful

For Students 7th - 9th
In this sample mean activity, students explore different ways "average" is used. Students use this information to find the sample mean of the height of a large class of students. Students find the mean, median, mode and range of two sets...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Area of Complex Figures

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use formulas for calculating areas of squares and rectangles to find area of complex figure, compare their own ideas with their classmates' ideas, and recognize that there are multiple methods for finding area of complex...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matter & Subatomic Particles

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders divide into small groups to construct several models. Each group builds with an accompanying chart showing the colors of gumdrops used for the protons, electrons, and neutrons.)
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hold on Tight!

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore the relationship between plant roots and the soil in which they grow. They examine photos of uprooted trees and desert areas and conduct experiments designed to highlight this mutual relationship between roots and soil....
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Garden Variety Geometry

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners prepare to take the GED by reviewing basic math concepts. In this geometry lesson, students review vocabularies such as formula, perimeter, circumference and other important geometric terms. They convert between the English and...
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Curated OER

Avogadro's Law

For Teachers K - 12th
Students study Avogadro's law and what it means in science.  In this gaseous lesson students complete an Avogadro's law experiment.   
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Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Volumes of Solids and Surface Areas

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Twenty-five problems cover the topics of volume of solids and surface area. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View Solution" button to...
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Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Math: Measurement: Volume

For Students 4th - 8th Standards
This site provides great practice on the concept of volume. Students can first learn about the topic by watching a step by step instruction video that also points out areas of concern. Finally, students can practice their knowledge by...
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Handout
Cuemath

Cuemath: Measurement

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A comprehensive guide for learning all about measurement including the metric system, surface area, perimeter, volume, area, time, solid shapes, unit conversion, solved examples, and practice questions.
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Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Volume of Rectangular Prisms With Unit Cubes

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Find volume of 3-dimensional figures by counting unit cubes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Activity
Duke University

Calculating the Volume of a Vase

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a wonderful exercise for students with a Calculus base. The site gives an interactive drawing of a vase where the measurements of the diameter of the vase are at any point. The student then finds the volume using calculus....
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Unit Plan
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Basic Geometry: Volume of Prisms & Cylinders

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The geometry resource investigates the volume of prisms and cylinders. Formulas, examples, and practice exercises are included.
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Unit Plan
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Basic Geometry: Volume of Pyramids & Cones

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The geometry resource investigates the volume of pyramids and cones. Formulas, examples, and practice exercises are included.
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Unit Plan
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Volume Units

For Students 4th - 8th Standards
This lesson introduces the units of distance (cubed units) used to describe volume. Students watch a video tutorial and then can take an online quiz.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Compare Volumes With Unit Cubes

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Surface Area and Volume Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide looks at the definitions and postulates of surface area and volume for different solids, including composite solids and similar solids.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Composite Solids

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept covers what a composite solid is and how to find its volume and surface area. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Comparing Volumes With Unit Cubes

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
In this exercise, students practice comparing volumes with unit cubes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.