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The 1 That Got Away

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students explore number properties. They using multilink blocks to explore doubling of the numbers and explore the patterns to investigate 2 to the power of n and how it is written. In addition, they usse the 100s board, number line and...
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Reteach: Decimals and Metric Measurement

For Students 4th - 6th
In this decimals and metric measurement learning exercise, students read about multiplying and dividing powers of 10, then complete 4 problems. Next, students read about the metric system and convert 9 given measurements as instructed. A...
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The Binary Counter Circuit

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students count from 0-99 using the binary number system. In this algebra lesson, students problem solve by working with faulty circuits and applying their knowledge f Binary Numbers. They work in team to create a solution.
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Compound Interest Problem

For Students 9th - 12th
In this compound interest activity, students solve 1 word problem about compound interest.  Students determine the amount of money two men have to retire given two different saving scenarios.
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The Voyage Scale

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify how models are powerful tools of exploration and that the sizes of the planets and distances between the planets in the Solar System span a large range. They make a sign for each planet they have created in the lesson...
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Place Value

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Practice place value skills with this lesson. Learners put numbers in order from greatest to least, identify the values of particular numbers, and engage in an activity to compare numbers using manipulatives.
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Traveling Through Literature

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Integrate geography with literature in this interdisciplinary lesson. Begin by reading a poem such as The Time We Climbed Snake Mountain by Leslie Marmon Silko. On a large map, place push pins in the cities or states mentioned. An...
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Defining Division

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Upper graders explore division through fair-shares. They will review fair shares and fractions as a segway into division. They start by playing "Share Fairly" game and create mathematical arguments for solving problems. Manipulatives and...
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Household Conservation/Efficiency

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Hook your class up to an online home energy usage calculator so that they can estimate the amount used per month by their families. Then give them Watt meters with which they will measure the power consumption of several small...
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Economics and emissions

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders produce a manufactured good and monitor energy consumption.  In this Math instructional activity, 8th graders practice their basic math and accounting skills.  Students participate in a business simulation. 
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Pythagoras' Theorem

For Students 5th - 10th
In this Pythagoras' Theorem worksheet, students solve problems having to do with square roots and numbers to a certain power. Students match up the answers for 30 problems.
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Tower of Hanoi Lesson Plan

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate the Legend of the Tower of Hanoi and complete mathematical problems related to the legend. They play the Tower of Hanoi game online in order to discover the number pattern involved. They solve problems using the...
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Using the GED Calculator

For Teachers Higher Ed
Pupils are provided with a a Casio FX-260 to use during a GED test. They may not bring their own but this activity enables them to practice with one before taking the test. This calculator is used to double check work and step by step...
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Energy Consumption

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students investigate the power consumption of household objects by using a classification sheet.  In this energy conservation activity, students read through a list of household items and tools and organize them by predicting which...
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Expansion of Single Brackets

For Students 6th - 9th
In this expanding brackets worksheet, students read through an explanation of expanding brackets in mathematical equations and then complete 10 practice problems. Students then complete 58 problems in which they need to work through...
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Order of Operations: Pages 19-24

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this math worksheet, pupils evaluate 15 expressions using the order of operations. Students then evaluate 4 more expressions with given numerical values for variables.
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What Can You Learn From A Mealworm?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars collect data from mealworms. In this science and math lesson plan, students gain an understanding of collecting metric data using mealworms.
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Steps and Examples for Multiplying Ratiuonal Expressions

For Students 9th - 11th
In this multiplying rational expression worksheet, learners are given two examples of how to multiply and then simplify rational expressions.  The examples are complete with steps and justifications.
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Graphing Nonlinear Equations

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students graph non-linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students investigate different polynomial functions and their shapes. They identify the different powers and zeros.
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What's My Function?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders utilize input/output tables to help them solve algebraic equations. They incorporate patterns, number sequences and relations to represent and analyze mathematical problems and number relationships using algebraic symbols.
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Natural Logarithms

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders solve equations involving natural logarithms.  The two page worksheet contains explanation, worked examples, and four practice problems.  Answers are not included. 
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Solving Radical Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students solve the equations using radicals by raising each one to the power of 2.Then they apply the rules of equality to find the unknown variable.
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Water - Planning for the Future

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore and examine the increases and/or decreases for water user groups: irrigation, municipal, manufacturing, steam electric power generation cooling, livestock, and mining. They utilize percentage changes during their...
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Combining and Breaking Apart Numbers

For Teachers 1st
First graders read Imogene's Antlers by David Small the create pipe cleaner antlers. Using these as a tool students combine and create number sentences. They continue to work through the framework of a software program.