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Using Key Words to Unlock Math Word Problems

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students act as math coaches to solve word problems. In this math word problems lesson, students brainstorm key words in math operations, create flash cards to review relationships between words and operations, coach each other in the...
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Transformations

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students identify the types of transformations in their lives. As a class, they determine the ones they have control over and which ones they do not. They practice solving problems in math and oral communication that they are faced with...
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What's The Point?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve word problems using the correct math symbols. In this algebra lesson, students use the TI calculator to graph their equation and analyze it. They find the line of regression and use to draw conclusion.
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Finding Mass

For Teachers 8th
Student measure mass to discover how pennies have changed in their composition. In this measurement lesson, 8th graders investigate through an open-ended problem to discover how the US pennies composition changed in the 1980's.
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Problem-Solving Strategies in Word Problems

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine how to determine which strategy to use to solve word problems. In this word problem strategy lesson, students listen to a lecture on the process of using different strategies to solve math problems. They look at guess...
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Hey, Pythagoras! Help Me Understand Your Theorem!

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners explore the Pythagorean Theorem. In this math lesson, pupils solve problems using the Pythagorean Theorem. They select the appropriate numbers to substitute in the formula to solve problems.
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Smiling at Two Digit Multiplication!

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards
How do I solve a two-digit multiplication problem? Your class tackles this question by walking through problem solving methods. They first investigates and applies traditional multiplication methods, and they then compare those with...
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Simple Machines – Dog Gone It!

For Teachers 3rd
How can people use simple machines to solve real-world STEM problems? Learn about simple machines using a hands-on, project-based learning activity. First, pupils investigate and evaluate simple machines. Then, they receive a task that...
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How Does Your Garden Grow?

For Teachers K - 6th
Students construct and maintain a school garden. In this gardening lesson plan, students plan the construction of the garden by writing letters to local businesses asking for supplies and materials; students build the garden using their...
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An Introduction To Solving And Graphing Inequalities

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Young scholars graph inequalities and solve the equations. In this algebra lesson, students graph their solutions on a number line and create an inequality for a word problem.
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Solving Problems

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders become familiar with need strategies for computation of money problems and estimating sums. In this computation lesson, 2nd graders solve real life problems to understand estimation and money problems.
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M_ss_ng Information (Missing Information in Word Problems)

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this math worksheet, students read 6 word problems which cannot be solved because of missing information. Students read each problem, then indicate what information is needed to solve the problem.
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Writing Bug: Solving the World's Problems

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this writing prompt worksheet, students choose one problem in the world they would like to solve and explain why they chose the problem they chose.
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The Big6 Skills

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders research a biome using the Big6 skills. They prepare their own notes and cite sources. They create a PowerPoint presentation to share their findings with the class.
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Outdoor Activities/Problem Solving: Math Goes to the Playground

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students build their math skills outdoors. In this early childhood math lesson, students use comparative language as they chart and graph the items on their playground.
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Metric Meals

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate metric measurements. In this metric measurement lesson, 6th graders explore mass, capacity, and length. Students examine graduated cylinders and balance scales to obtain measurements. Resources are provided.
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Memories to Last: Observing Monuments

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students use scientific observation and inference to examine the Hazen Brigade Monument. In this observation lesson, students review the reasons for building monuments in society. Students then recall monuments they have seen and draw...
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Easter: Word Problems

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this Easter math worksheet, students read and analyze 5 word problems that pertain to Easter. Students solve the problems using basic operations.
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MA 371 - Matrices: Solving Systems and Determinants

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this solving systems and determinants worksheet, learners solve 4 multi-part short answer problems. Students solving systems of equations using matrices. Learners find a basis for row spaces and column spaces. Students find the...
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Problem Solving/ Holistic Lesson Plan: Paper Structure

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students observe geometric relationships in buildings and structures. They reason why structures are constructed in a specific way by applying geometric concepts. They construct a shelter using their geometric knowledge.
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Plot/Story Problem/Resolution

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students analyze the plot, problem, and resolution of a story. For this story analysis lesson, students read stories and fill out graphic organizers about the plot, story problems, and resolution.
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Is There a Problem with Wildlife on our Roads?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students create a graph and analyze it to see if the data shows there is a problem with wildlife on the roads. In this wildlife collision lesson students write an essay to support their conclusions.
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Solve Linear Systems of Equations: Graphing, Substitution, and Elimination

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this system of linear equations worksheet, students solve by using graphing, substitution, and elimination. There are 44 problems.
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An Introduction to Mathematica and the "Birthday Problem"

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders determine the probability of two people in their class sharing the same birthday.  In this determining the probability of two people in their class sharing the same birthday problem lesson, 12th graders use Mathematica to...

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