Middle schoolers utilize mathematical concepts such as: measurement, ratio and proportion and geometric probability to analyze the components of the U.S. Flag. They collect, organize and interpret data by constructing charts, tables and...

When you see a flower or a tree in nature do you see the math? This web resource contains many ideas for using fractals in a math class including Sierpinski’s triangle, Koch's Snowflake, and the Jurassic Park Fractal. Additionally, it...

Rates and ratios can easily be applied to real-world situations. Learners explore a series of websites in order to procure comparable data. They define ratios and rates, view videos, and use the internet to explore how ratios and rates...

Pupils calculate actual building measurements from a village map using concepts of ratios and scale in this ten lesson mini-unit. They practice measuring angles, multiplying decimals, estimating height and length, and converting metric...

Learners explore example problems dealing with ratios and proportions. Afterward, they read story problems and solve them using ratios and proportions. This four-page worksheet contains six multi-step problems.

Build on your learners' previous knowledge of geometric shapes and symmetrical figures. Then set them out to take photos of geometric shapes on campus. They assess whether the photos contain symmetry or not. 

In this equivalent ratios worksheet, students simplify 6 ratios and write each in 2 different ways. Students solve 8 proportional equations using equivalent ratios to find a missing term. Students solve 2 test prep questions regarding...

Middle schoolers construct a basic cylinder out of a piece of paper, then answer seven questions about their cylinder. Questions have to do with measurement, volume, radius, etc.

In this algebraic expression worksheet, students simplify algebraic expressions and solve proportions, and write equations from story problems. Thirteen of the 49 problems are fill in the blank, and the remainder are multiple choice.

View a PBS video entitled Horatio's Drive and explore Horatio's Ratios. Collaborative learners form groups to use Mapquest to determine distances covered. They generate the mathematical averages, ratios, and rates in order to calculate...

Using real life examples, learners discuss probability and ratios. They begin by answering a set of questions, and then participate in a probability activity involving a bag of colored cubes.

Skittles and math? Pupils will work as a class to determine how many orange Skittles are in a large bag by using proportions. They will problem solve, estimate, and share their thinking. Then, they will each receive a small bag of...

In this similar polygons learning exercise, students identify the corresponding sides of polygons.  They use proportions to solve problems.  Students determine the scale factor of similar figures.  This two-page learning...

In this similarities activity, students set up ratios and solve proportions using algebra. All of the equations turn out to be linear with no quadratics to solve. There are 20 questions.  

Young scholars use quilt patterns to illustrate ratios. In this fractions lesson, students color quilt patterns using given fractions and ratios of colors. A finished "quilt" is assembled from the work of the young scholars. This is an...

In this similar triangles instructional activity, students solve 6 similar triangles. Students use proportions to solve similar triangles and similar rectangles.

In this middle school mathematics instructional activity, students use cross multiplication to solve proportions. The interactive instructional activity has a "step-by-step" link for an in-depth solution. The one page instructional...

Sixth graders investigate scale models of toys.  In this scale models of toys lesson plan, 6th graders bring in toys from home to measure.  Students discuss scale and what scale is used with their toys.  Students determine...

Pupils will analyze scales as related to models and real life in this geometry lesson. They work together to compare the dimensions on a model as compared to the real building.

Students explore the concept of finding area of similar figures. In this finding area of similar figures lesson, students use pattern blocks to construct similar figures. Students trace their construction and find the area. Students...

In this fractions in space learning exercise, students solve 4 problems where they find ratios of orbit periods of satellites, they find the ratio of Neptune's and Pluto's periods, they determine the location of the planets after 5...

For this ratios and proportions worksheet, learners complete several activities that advance their understanding of proportions and ratios. Students solve six equations and five word problems.

For this ratios learning exercise, students complete several activities for ratios. Students enhance their understanding of ratios and percents.

In this simplifying ratios worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 24 various types of problems. First, they complete each ratio and reduce when necessary. Then, students find the length and width of each rectangle described. They...