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Investigation - Staci's New Car

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars study a shopping problem. They discuss strategies for determining the number of possible choices. They create a tree diagram and an organized list. Students analyze patterns and derive an equation for the multiplication...
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An Introduction To Volume

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Upper graders explore the topic of volume. In this math lesson plan, pupils count volume in cubic units, multiply to find volume, estimate volume, write a multiplication sentence to find the volume, and make a cost analysis of different...
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Choosing a College

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
How can mathematics help scholars choose a college? High schoolers learn how they can use decision matrices to rank colleges based on selected criteria. They also see how to weigh criteria using multiplication of the decision matrix by a...
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Order of Operations

For Students 7th - 10th Standards
It's the classic please excuse my dear aunt sally strategy to remembering the order of operations. Young mathematicians practice to develop an understanding of the order of operations. Examples and practice problems include absolute...
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Calculating Control/Self-Control

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Self-control can seem like such a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be! By participating in this series of small group counseling activities, youngsters learn strategies to help them gain better control of their thoughts and actions.
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The Relationship Between Visual Fraction Models and Equations

For Teachers 6th Standards
Ours is to wonder why, not just to invert and multiply. The seventh installment of a 21-part module uses fraction models to help pupils understand why the invert-and-multiply strategy for dividing fractions works. They then work on some...
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Units of Measurement

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
Challenge your second graders with a worksheet on units of measurement! Not only do they put their measurement skills to the test, but kids practice word problem strategies as well. The second part of the resource prompts students to...
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Metamorphosis

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Looking for an insect unit that addresses multiple skill strategies? Young entomologists explore multiple life cycles of insects that go through metamorphosis. The brainteasers and mobile activity spark learner interest before guiding...
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Factoring Quadratic Expressions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Factor in different strategies in a lesson for factoring quadratics. Young mathematicians first create tables and area models to factor quadratic trinomials into two binomials by guess and check. Learners then investigate how they can...
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EngageNY

Interpreting and Computing Division of a Fraction by a Fraction—More Models

For Teachers 6th Standards
Use a unit approach in developing a fraction division strategy. The teacher leads a discussion on division containing units, resulting in a connection between the units and like denominators. Pupils develop a rule in dividing fractions...
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Rice and More Rice

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore problem solving strategies for mathematical estimation. In this math problem solving lesson, 5th graders predict how many grains of rice are in a jar, practice establishing and looking for patterns in...
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Buzzing for Products

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students practice multiplication playing a game. In this multiplication lesson plan, students pick numbers and multiply them together. Students are awarded points based on which "hive" their answer falls in. The student with the...
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Multiplication: Mixed Facts

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
In this finding the products worksheet, students multiply one-digit numbers by one-digit numbers using mental math. Students solve 36 problems.
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Multiplication: Mixed Facts 2

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
In this finding the products worksheet, students multiply one-digit by one-digit numbers using mental math. Students solve 35 problems.
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Multiplication Worksheet

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students practice finding the solutions to the multiplication problems in one digit. They must be familiar with the tables to complete the questions.
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Using CAS and algebra tiles with Expanding and factoring trinomials

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials.  In this Algebra I lesson plan, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.
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St. Patrick’s Day

For Teachers 3rd - 6th Standards
Combine math, creative writing, and leprechauns in a fun St. Patrick's Day activity! Using a bag of gold coins and marshmallows, kids write a math story about a leprechaun that includes a multi-step equation to solve.
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Math Cross--Puzzle #25

For Students 4th - 7th
In this coins/money, inches/ounces and days/weeks worksheet, students fill in a crossword puzzle as they solve the answers to twenty-eight math problems using addition, multiplication and division strategies.
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Math Cross, Puzzle #26

For Students 4th - 7th
Here is a measurement, money and time worksheet which invites learners to solve twenty-eight math problems utilizing addition, subtraction and multiplication strategies to complete a math crossword puzzle.
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Introducing Integers and Their Operations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
There's nothing negative about this mini-unit on integers! Engaging young mathematicians in a series of hands-on activities and collaborative learning opportunities, this resource offers an excellent way to introduce your class to...
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Processes and Its Connections to Geometry

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students analyze multiple strategies of multiplication: clustering, area model, breaking apart/decomposing, etc. They create their own strategies to approaching multiplication problems and share them with their classmates. Discussion...
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How Much?

For Teachers 4th - 6th
It's time to go back over all that your class has learned about decimals, fractions, and percentages! To do so, individuals solve story problems that involve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with decimals, explain how...
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Property Posters

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students identity properties of addition and multiplication. In this addition and subtraction properties lesson plan, students explore commutative, associative, and distributive properties as they design posters that feature the...
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Using Basic Properties to Solve Problems in Math

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Learners identify and define the rules of properties of real numbers. They rewrite each of the problems listed using the commutative or associative properties. Pupils apply problem solving strategies to clarify situations in a table...

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