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Pythagorean Theorem by Graphic Manipulation
There are many different ways to show a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem. Here is a nice hands-on paper cutting activity that shows a graphic representation. You can even challenge your young Pythagoreans to come up with their own...
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Developing the Concept: Triangles and Quadrilaterals
Exact narrative and examples make this lesson on polygons easy to implement. Through it, your class will learn how to use a protractor and ruler to construct triangles and quadrilaterals according to your directions. Your class will be...
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Vector Lab
Here is a math lab that helps young mathematicians understand the real-life meaning for vector addition. By building a model using spring scales and washers as weight, and then calculating the vector addition using two different methods,...
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Vocabulary Challenge
In this math vocabulary worksheet, students choose which multiple choice answer best defines twenty-five mathematical terms. Students place their answers on the lines provided.
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Perimeter
In this perimeter instructional activity, 10th graders solve and complete nineteen various geometry problems. First, they find the length of given segments in addition to the perimeter of a kite. Then, students find the value of a...
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Conditional Statements
In this geometry worksheet, students read given sentences and identify the hypothesis and the conclusion of the conditional statements. There are 21 questions.
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AC Phase
In this AC phase worksheet, students answer 24 questions about AC and DC voltages, phasor diagrams, sine wave graphs and Lissajous figures.
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Academic Algebra 2 Test
In this algebra activity, 11th graders rewrite word problems using algebraic expressions. They solve problems using systems of equations. There are 14 problems on this activity.
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Properties of the Centers of a Triangle
High schoolers investigate properties of the four centers of a triangle and explore a special property of the circumcenter and orthocenter of a triangle. This lesson requires the use of Cabri, Jr.
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Chalkboard Challenge: Fifth Grade Math Review
This PowerPoint addresses fifth grade math concepts, focusing mostly on geometry. The interactive math review game is in a "Jeopardy" style format and enables students to revisit the topics in geometry such as polygons, quadrilaterals...
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Introduction to Fractals: Geometric Fractals
Students study and observe the patterns made by the areas of the Sierpinski Triangle. Students use the computer to draw two or three iterations to discover the number patterns. Students complete worksheets based on Geometric Fractals.
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Geometric Fractals and the Chaos Game
Learners define fractals and patterns. They explore how a seemingly random process can result in a pattern. Students practice probability and fractions skills by playing the chaos game online.
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A Rectangle in the Coordinate Plane
A quadrilateral is drawn on the coordinate plane, and eighth grade geometers find the length of each side and the diagonals by applying the Pythagorean theorem.
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The Pythagorean Theorem
There isn't a more popular geometry formula than the Pythagorean Theorem! Learners understand the special side relationships in a right triangle. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to find missing sides and to solve problems. They begin...
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Circles in Triangles
Challenge the class with inscribed circles in triangles. The assessment task requests class members use their knowledge of circles and right triangles to prove two triangles are congruent. They go on to utilize their knowledge of...
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The Isosceles Triangle Problem
In this geometry activity, 10th graders solve a problem involving an isosceles triangle. The problem appears to be deceptively easy, but instead requires the use of trigonometry to arrive at a correct solution. The one page activity...
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Algebra/Geometry Institute: Area of Polygons
Students find the area of polygons. In this area of polygons lesson, students find the area of parallelograms, rectangles, squares, and other polygons. They identify each given figure and determine the appropriate formula needed to...
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Pythagorean Theorem
Students explore the history of Pythagoras and his contributions to mathematics. In this middle school geometry lesson, students use one inch tiles to investigate the Pythagorean Theorem and to find the length of the sides of a right...
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Designing a Quilt Pattern
Students create and color a one-patch quilt design based upon a regular hexagon. They examine quilts and photos of quilt designs, read a handout, and complete their quilt design on a worksheet.
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Academic Algebra II Test Chapter 4, Part 2
In this test of knowledge activity, high schoolers answer 2 story problems, they solve 6 systems of equations. Students multiply 2 maxrix sets. They determine the inverse of two matrices. High schoolers determine the linear regression...
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Tessellations
Seventh graders investigate geometric shapes using tessellations. In this geometry lesson, 7th graders practice tessellations using different shapes. They create different designs using tessellations.
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Connecting Formulas Related to Geometric Figures
Students identify diagrams of quadrilaterals and circles by different names and classify the figures. They name the areas for each diagram and practice solving the formulas for each.
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Tessellations Homework
In this tessellation worksheet, learners draw tessellations using specified figures. This one page worksheet contains five multi-step problems.
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Polygon Area Review Sheet
In this polygon area worksheet, students answer 8 questions involving the area of several polygons. Students are given various details of the polygon and must find lengths of various polygons.