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Applications of Triangles

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students apply the properties of a right triangle. In this triangle lesson, students describe and compare radians to degrees. They solve problems using the properties and ratios of a right triangle.
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Penny's Pizza

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students develop a list of possible outcomes as a method of finding probability related to a pizza statistics problems. They read the problems together as a class, brainstorm ways to solve the problem, and in partners solve the pizza...
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Nutty for Nutrition

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a PowerPoint presentation detailing daily intake of nutrients. In this nutty for nutrition instructional activity, groups of students conduct Internet research to determine what type of nutrients should be consumed on a...
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The Secret of the Crystal Ball

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders use mathematical expressions to solve problems.  In this basic properties of operations, 8th graders use prior knowledge and logical reasoning to solve equations. Students analyze an equation by solving a trick problem to...
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Are You 100%?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students use decimals, fractions, and percents to solve problems in a real world setting.
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Dominoes

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders solve a dominoes word problem, calculating all the possible outcomes for a sequence of events. They discuss the problem, apply counting strategies, create a tree diagram, and write an explanation of how they solved the...
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Another Dartboard

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve a word problem that involves predicting probabilities of an event and making deductions from probabilities. They discuss dice and coins and the probability of rolling each number or face of the coin, and in small...
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Which Method Will You Choose? Finding Solutions to Systems of Equations.

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate systems of linear equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders determine which method is the best for solving a systems:  graphing, substitution, or elimination.  Students choose a method and create a...
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It's About Time!

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students read a short tutorial and complete one or more online activities. They visit an online math dictionary to learn the value of a day, month, week, and year. In addition, they construct word problems based on a favorite month;...
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Peter's Second String

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders determine the maximum area and range of areas of a rectangle with a given perimeter. They discuss a word problem involving perimeter and area as a class, investigate the word problem using a piece of string, and in small...
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How many isosceles Triangles Can You Find?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve problems while examining a variety of isosceles triangles.  In this isosceles triangle lesson, 5th graders examine shapes to find their characteristics.  Students pay particular attention to the characteristics of...
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The Five Number Game

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners explain what it means to square numbers. They explain what it means to cube numbers. Students define prime numbers using their own language. They are introduced to the problem by playing one game as a class.
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Coloring Interval Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students investigate planning an activity and getting it done on time. In this algebra lesson, students define vocabulary words related quadratic equations, including the vertex and intervals. They figure a good way to color graphs...
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The "Art" of Baseball

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students investigate the art of baseball. In this sports lesson plan, students discuss their thoughts about the sport of baseball and create a baseball word list. Students use pattern blocks and drawing paper to create a simulated...
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Geometry and Quilting

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students create a quilt square for a class quilt using at least three, two-dimensional geometric figures. They research and write a brief description of at least two different quilt patterns that they find. Pupils discuss that quilts are...
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Division

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students solve math problems using division and multiplication facts. In this math lesson plan, students explain the relationship between division and multiplication. Additionally, students identify how many objects make up both groups. 
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Patterns Here, There, and Everywhere!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders access the Microsoft Word program and create patterns by utilizing certain keys on the keyboard. They create picket fences, smiley faces, and hearts. It seems that this lesson has as much to do with keyboarding skills as it...
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Picture the Problem

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students create an illustration of how to solve math problems. They use appropriate resources for solving the problems. Students have to demonstrate how drawing diagrams and using pictures can help them by using KidPix. On Slide One,...
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Compare Two Numbers: How Many Times More Than...?

For Teachers 3rd
Explore the concept of "how many times" where the word "times" is defined. Learners will determine the product and quotient in a word problem. Then use manipulatives to solve the problem. Finally, they will write in their math journals...
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The Key to Word Problems

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students learn the key words to look for in multiplication and division word problems, to help them decide which operation to use. They analyze, wrte, and solve multiplication problems.
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Number Line Math

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders use a number line to practice subtraction.  For this subtraction lesson, 2nd graders use a number line to count backwards.  Students participate in mad math activities and solve problems.
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You Can Stop!!

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students analyze smoking behavior based on peer pressure.  In this health lesson plan, students read and complete worksheets on the internet concerning the behaviors associated with smoking.  They summarize what they have learned by...
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Transportation Math

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore the concept of exponents.  In this exponents lesson, students evaluate various bases to powers.  The bases to a given power are in the context of miles driven, stops on a route, and minutes spent in route.  Students read...
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Similar Triangles - Applied Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students differentiate between similar and congruent triangles. In this geometry instructional activity, students identify the angles of triangles using the similarity theorem. They apply concepts of triangles to the real world.