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Curated OER

Dilations of 2 and 3 dimentional figures and their effect on area, surface area, and volume.

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the area and volume of 2D and 3D figures. In this geometry lesson, 7th graders create a storyboard explaining their knowledge of 2D and 3D shapes. They analyze their data and interpret their results.      
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Curated OER

Properties of Fractals

For Teachers All
Students build a working definition of regular fractal, look carefully at the concepts of dimension and scale, and are introduced to logarithms. They solve simple exponential equations for the exponent both by trial and error and using...
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Curated OER

Timing the Transit of Venus

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students calculate elapsed time and look for patterns.
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Curated OER

Geometry and Symmetry

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students examine tessellations and their geometric properties. The lesson plan and discussions may be used to develop students' understanding of polygons and symmetry as well as their ability to analyze patterns.
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Curated OER

Recognizing High and Low Pitch

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students distinguish a high pitch from a low pitch, and demonstrate high/low pitch recognition by creating contrasting movements to high and low music, and use instruments to represent the characters in The Three Little Pigs.
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Curated OER

Tangram Perimeters

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students work together to make figures out of tangram squares. In groups, they calculate the measurements they need and apply the Pythagorean Theorem. They complete a worksheet solving equations using the theorem and review their answers.
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Curated OER

Places and Spaces in Art

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students examine and describe the houses of Baie Saint-Paul. They name the colors used and the shapes in the roof. Using a gable roof design, they draw their own house. They discover the architectrual elements in their own community...
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Curated OER

Bill's Badge

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the making of circles and concepts related to them in geometry. The project is inquiry based will focus upon students making their own nametags. The construction is ideal for hands on students.
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Curated OER

Richard's Dice

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students problem solve logic problems. They complete a worksheet using dice as a manipulative. They decide on a problem solving strategy, solve the problem, and write up the solution.
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Curated OER

Shape It

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders use math software and geoboard paper to design basic shapes. They write individual definitions for the geometric shapes based on what they see in the shapes. They apply their background knowledge of the shape as they write...
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Curated OER

Lesson from the web

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students measure the circumference of an object to the nearest millimeter. They also measure the diameter. The relationship of the two measurements is taught and how the value of pi came into existence.
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Curated OER

THE AREA OF A CIRCLE

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine the relationship between circumference and diameter and how to use the formula to find the area of a circle.  In this circle lesson plan students divide into groups and complete an activity. 
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Curated OER

Circles and Clocks, Shapes and Time

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students work in groups to research clocks and practice telling time. For this telling time lesson, students use the computer program ProQuest to study circles, including radius and diameter, and practice drawing circles using a compass....
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eBook
University of Georgia

University of Georgia: An Elementary Application of Similar Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Excellent review site on similar triangles. Includes diagrams and explanation of application.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve Similar Triangles (Basic)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given two similar triangles and some of their side lengths, find a missing side length. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve Similar Triangles (Advanced)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given two similar triangles and some of their side lengths, find a missing side length. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Handout
Quia

Ixl Learning: Similar Triangles

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Brush up on your math skills relating to similar triangles then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
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Geometry Help

Geometry Help: Similar Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Explains the basic concept of similar triangles with step-by-step instructions and methods for solving specific problems on your own relating to this topic.
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eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Interactive Geometry: 6.7 Applications of Similar Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn how similar triangles have congruent corresponding angles and proportional corresponding sides.
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Similar Triangles and Proportions

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
In this activity, students will investigate the relationship among the similar triangles formed when a segment is constructed parallel to one side of a triangle. They will explore the various ratios that exist between the lengths of the...
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Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Similar Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn about similar triangles with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve Similar Triangles (Basic)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given two similar triangles and some of their side lengths, find a missing side length.
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Unit Plan
Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Similarity of Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Discover the world of "similarity" in this test prep tutorial on similar triangles. Detailed explanation of concept with examples, challenging interactive practice, and a classroom activity that integrates math and science.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Geometry: Inscribed Similar Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Apply the fact that the altitude of a right triangle creates similar triangles.

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