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Measurement 4: Linear Measure

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this measurement worksheet, young scholars use a ruler to measure, in inches, the distance of various line segments. Then, using the scale drawing, they determine the actual distance in miles. Students may use their knowledge of...
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Solve for Scale Factors Using Proportions

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders solve problems using proportions with scaled drawings. They work with maps and blue-prints discussing scales and plans and examine different polygons and figure out the scale factors or proportions they have been changed by.
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Introduction To Topographic Map Activities

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars discuss different types of maps, their similarities and differences. Using a Topographical Maps CD-rom program students create their own map.
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Maps

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Young scholars figure out the mileage from one state to another using a map. In this map lesson, students look at the scale factor and turn it into a fraction. They measure the distance between two cities and use the proportion to find...
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Investigation - The Local Bagel Shop

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate unit pricing to find which cup of coffee is a better buy. They use ratio and proportions to solve problems involving a change of scale in drawings, maps, recipes, etc. Students determine the unit cost of items...
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One Size Fits All?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students describe the differences between an estimate and a guess. They create reasonable estimates based on comparison and activities. Students explain how estimation is helpful in showing the relative size on a scale. They also...
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Scale Drawings

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discuss the importance of scaling drawings. For this math lesson, students create a scaled drawing of circuit boards. They explain why accuracy is very important when scaling.
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Reading distance on maps

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete worksheets on reading the distance on maps in miles or kilometers. In this maps lesson plan, 8th graders use a calculator and ruler.
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Blazing the Trail

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Learning about proportions through measuring and mapping distances is the focus of this real-world math instructional activity that doubles as an activity. Mathematicians complete a course designed to measure and map locations in order...
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Scale

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students apply concepts of scales to solve problems. In this geometry activity, students solve real world problems using scales, proportions and ratios. They predict the actual size of a model given the scale drawings.
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Measurement 2

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this measurement worksheet, students use liner measure with a provided ruler to determine the distance between objects. Using a map scale, they evaluate the actual distance. Students may use their knowledge of proportions to solve...
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Playground Mapping

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students review their physical models of the objects on their playground at school. Using the model, they convert it into a map with a scale and key. To end the instructional activity, they use the map to locate different objects and...
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Discovering New Mexico

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders discuss the elements of maps and using basic linear measurement. They calculate the distance between the cities and create a simulated journey around New Mexico using a road map. They write out the directions for their...
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Mission: Possible

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore the concept of scale. In this scale lesson, students are given directions scaled in inches and students must convert them to feet. Students take a section of a map and create a bigger scaled model of the section.
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Ratio Relationships

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve for the different ratio and proportion of a problem. In this geometry lesson plan, students show their knowledge of how to solve proportional relationships. They convert between percent, decimals and fractions.
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Measurement 3: Rulers

For Teachers 6th - 7th
In this measurement worksheet, students measure the linear distance, in inches, between stated objects. Next, they determine the actual distance, in miles.
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Measurement

For Teachers 6th - 7th
In this measurement worksheet, students measure distance with a provided ruler. Using the provided map scale, students determine the actual distance between objects. They may set up proportions to evaluate each situation.
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Tour De Texas

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are given a budget and an alternative-fuel vehicle. Using a map of Texas, they are given a starting point and determine how to arrive at their destination within 72 hours. They use the internet to research the alternative fuel...
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Environment: Water & Air

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
The introduction to the lesson mentions a sailor's limited capacity to store drinking water on his ship. Pupils then set up an overnight experiment to remove freshwater from salt water by distillation. There is a math and map activity to...
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Cartography

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Young scholars research about cartography and how to be a cartographer. In this math lesson, students draw a map of their classroom. They use a robot to explore navigation using a compass rose.
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Building a Topographic Model

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars explore Mount Shasta and various locations on Mars to examine ways geographical data can be represented. They study topographic maps and translating data from 2-Dimensions to 3-Dimensions.
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"it's All in the Cellar"

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine the process of constructing a site plan map at archaeological sites. They discuss the process of mapping techniques and calculation of percentages, create a plan site map of a cellar at Jamestown, and calculate...
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What Do We Do With A Dirty Bomb?

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners examine composition of dirty bomb and its possible effects on a city, and investigate simulations of such an event; students use computational and problem solving skills to assess damage and prepare report proposing solution to...
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Mapping the changes in Canada's population

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners find and analyze data found in the census. They compare the population from 1996 to 2001. They explore the type of data they can find in the Census of Population.