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A Fresh Twist on Fabric Folding

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students practice different ways to fold fabric. Using different types of fabrics, they create 3D fabric models to be used in quilts or clothing. They share their designs with the class and critique their classmates design.
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Geometry and Measurement

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students view a right triangle displayed by the teacher. Students measure legs and the interior angles of the triangle. They look for a pattern or relationship between the legs and angles. Students use pegboards and string to create more...
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Polygons and Sketching

For Students 8th - 10th
In this geometry worksheet, students define and draw quadrilaterals. They differentiate between the different shapes. There are 3 questions with an answer key.
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Pythagorean Theorem and Problem Solving

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. In this geometry instructional activity, students identify the properties of a right triangle. They find the missing side and angles of a right triangle.
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Zapped! (Non-Verbal Communication)

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners communicate non-verbally while playing a game. They get other students in the room to sign a form, without speaking. They continue to collect signatures, until one of them who has been chosen to control the game winks at them....
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Introduction into Quadratic Formula

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore various methods of solving quadratic equations. After practicing solving one problem with multiple methods, students compare and graph answers. They discuss which method of solving is best to use in a given situation.
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Skipping Through Numbers

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students practice rote counting through movement activities. While practicing various locomotor movements, they identify numbers from 1-10. Students practice placing the numbers in the order while doing various movements.
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Problem-Solving Application: Use Formulas: Practice

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this formula worksheet, students use formulas to solve 5 word problems, showing their work. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Recycling

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars investigate landfills and the problems associated with urban and suburban areas. In this recycling lesson plan, students discuss landfills and the problems associated with landfills. They discuss the amount of waste an...
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Shapes Picture Quiz

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this shapes picture quiz activity, students complete a set of 12 multiple choice questions, identifying shapes. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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The Egg and I

For Teachers K - 12th
Students collect as much information as possible about their egg and record the information in a systematic way. They prepare a description of the egg your team was given that enable you to distinguish your egg from everyone else's egg.
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Predator-Prey Simulation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers simulate the interactions between a predator population of lynx and a prey population of rabbits. They collect and graph the data, then extend the graph to predict the populations for several more generations.
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Earth on the Earth

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders plot points on a graph and transfer those coordinates onto a large scale model resulting in an outline of the Western Hemisphere. They identify the major geographical landforms of the Western Hemisphere.
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Quadrat Studies

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students use quadrats to investigate plants, animals, soils and weather. They answer questions as they fill in each quadrat. They share their information with the class.
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Abstract Art: Line, Shape And Color

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create abstract works of art using techniques learned from the artwork of Piet Mondrian, construction paper, pre-cut shapes, and glue in this early-elementary Art lesson. A great lesson to introduce the concept of Abstract art.
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Tic-Tac-Toe, What Do You Know?

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners review learned material with a game of tic-tac-toe. Students are divided into two groups, x's and o's. Teams are posed a review question and when answered correctly, they place their mark on a tic-tac-toe grid on the board. This...
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Workplace Math Skills Assessment (Scale Drawing)

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this math worksheet, students take an assessment test of 8 problems related to the construction field of work. Students examine scale drawings and answer questions about area, perimeter and purchasing construction materials.
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Area Problem

For Students 8th - 12th
In this area problem, students solve a problem of the week.  They determine the area of a given figure.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem.  A detailed explanation to find the answer is provided.
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Write the Missing Words

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this comparisons learning exercise, students fill in the missing comparing words to compare different shapes in sentences. Students complete 4 sentences.
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Plane and Solid Figures

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students define a plane and a solid shape. In this geometry lesson plan, students compare and contrast different geometric shapes as they relate to solids. They name the geometric solids based on their sides and edges.
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Area

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students examine the mathematical concept of area. These activities and discussions may be used to develop students' understanding of this mathematical concept and will enable students to calculate the area of a random shape on a grid.
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Enquiring into Number Things: Math, Numbers

For Teachers 3rd - Higher Ed
This is a series of questions and math projects that might be used for group work, independent research or 'what to do when finished'.
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Multiplication Bingo

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students practice multiplication facts by playing bingo.
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Going Whole Hog

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students participate in a game in which they compare fractions and graph the fractions.