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Approximate Solution to an Equation
Students solve equations through trial and error. In this algebra lesson, students first estimate their answers and then calculate it to check their work. They solve problems involving roots and integers.
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Gift Wrapping
Sixth graders use the example of a gift wrapping service found in the mall in order to create a problem situation that can be solved mathematically. They convert the word problem into algebraic expressions to be solved.
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Up We Go
First graders examine the use of number lines in problem solving situations in this series of lessons. They participate in activities in which they move forward and backward on number line on the playground before doing paper and pencil...
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Fractions of Fractions
Fourth graders use an online tool entitled the "Fraction of Fractions" tool to examine how to find a fraction of a fraction. They apply the array tool to problem solving situations. They complete paper folding activities in which they...
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Counting Petals
Students solve addition and subtraction problems. In this problem solving lesson, students solve math problems written on flowers. Using petals as a counting aid, students demonstrate the answer by attaching the correct number of petals...
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Patterns In Hexagon Tables
Sixth graders construct a rule about the number of sides found in a pattern of hexagons. In this mathematical problem solving lesson, 6th graders observe different hexagon patterns and create a rule about the relationship between the...
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Awareness of Pre-Algebra Concepts
Students demonstrate how to solve various algebraic equations. In this pre-algebra lesson, students work in teams and use Borenson's Hands-On Equations materials to solve algebraic equations.
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More Equations - Week 8 (Consecutive Numbers)
For this consecutive numbers worksheet, students determine consecutive numbers in a sequence, solve problems using the quadratic equation, and examine coefficients. This two-page worksheet contains eight problems.
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Pet overpopulation-Dogs and Cats Can't Add or Subtract, But They Sure Can Multiply
Students explore pet overpopulation. In this character development instructional activity, students solve math story problems to determine how many kittens can be produced by one unspayed cat. Students discuss the consequences of pet...
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Adding Two- and Three-Digit Numbers
In this adding two- and three-digit numbers worksheet, students, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to eight mathematical word problems and equations.
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Using Addition to Subtract
In this using addition to subtract worksheet, students, working with a partner, practice problem solving six word problems and equations.
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0 And 1 Division
In this zero and one division worksheet, learners, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to seven word problems or mathematical equations involving division.
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Swat Solution
Students are divided into two teams. They then solve simple math problems using mental math. When they have the answer, they run and write their solutions on the board and swat it with a flyswatter. Then the next group moves up and takes...
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Place Value To Hundred Thousands
In this place value to hundred thousands worksheet, students, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to twenty mathematical word problems or exercises.
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Deciding When to Regroup
In this deciding when to regroup worksheet, students, with a partner, practice problem solving five word problems associated with regrouping.
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How Much is that Name?
Students explore money counting. In this money problem solving lesson, students calculate how much money their name is "worth" using the corresponding alphabet letters which have been assigned a coin value.
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Adding And Subtracting Decimals
In this adding and subtracting decimals worksheet, learners, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to ten addition and subtraction equations or word problems.
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Computing Discounts
In this computing discounts worksheet, students with a partner problem solve and calculate the answers to ten word problems and mathematical equations involving sales price, discounts, percents and decimals.
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Dividing By Two-digit Divisors
In this dividing by two-digit divisors worksheet, students working with a partner problem solve and calculate the answers to ten word problems and mathematical division equations.
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Relating Percents, Decimals, And Fractions
In this relating percents, decimals, and fractions worksheet, young scholars, with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to twelve word problems and mathematical equations.
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Patterns In Multiplication
In this patterns in multiplication worksheet, students, working with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to fifteen word problems or mathematical equations involving patterns in multiplication.
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Comparing and Ordering Numbers
In this comparing and ordering numbers worksheet, learners, working with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to five word problems or equations involving numbers.
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Estimating Sums
In this estimating sums worksheet, young scholars, working with a partner, practice problem solving five word problems involving estimation.
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Adding Two-Digit Numbers
In this adding two-digit numbers worksheet, students, working with a partner, problem solve seven addition equations and word problems.