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Collecting And Fitting Quadratic Data

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of using quadratic data to plot coordinates on a plane. They also apply the quadratic formula for a variety of problems with the help of a graphing calculator to draw the parabola for given coordinates.
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Electricity and Ohm's Law Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the concept of Ohm's Law and how it is used when finding a solution to an equation. They use properties of equality in order to find the solution for the variable. Students also apply a formula to real life...
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Factor Cards

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students are introduced to the concept of factorization. Individually, they are given seven cards and turn over one card at a time. They take the card and place it on top of the pile and identify the common factor with the one they are...
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Worksheet 2: Functions as Machines

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, young scholars read about the concept of functions and how to apply them. Then they fill in the graphic organizer with the right type of functions.
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Vocabulary Quiz

For Students 6th - 8th
In this literacy worksheet, learners find the definitions for the words that are related to the concepts of geometry. The answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
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Comparing and Ordering Decimals Reteaching Worksheet

For Students 4th
In this comparing and ordering decimals reteaching worksheet, 4th graders review the concepts with the information in the box at the top of the page. They write >,<, or = in the first 8 examples. They order 2 sets of three decimals...
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Long or Short?

For Students Pre-K - K
In this recognizing long and short objects activity, learners identify the concepts of long and short. Students circle the objects that are long and put an X on the objects that are short to write six answers.
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Algebra I Project: Make Your Own Business

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore the concept of algebra in real world situations. In this economics lesson, students design, plan, run, and evaluate a small business. Students will create a product, market the product, and try to make a profit.
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Chapter 5 Solving Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of algebra topics. In this algebra topics lesson, students solve linear and quadratic equations. Students solve systems and factor equations. Students practice problems involving perfect square trinomials and...
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Create and Analyze Rectangular Patterns

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars explore the concept of geometric patterns. In this geometric pattern lesson plan, students use Microsoft Excel to explore geometric patterns. Young scholars analyze growth rates of pattern growth. Students create their...
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Graph Related Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of linear inequalities. In this linear inequality lesson, students graph linear inequalities using Microsoft Excel.
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Comparing Negative Fractions, Mixed Numbers and Decimal

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of negative rational numbers. In this negative rational numbers lesson, 7th graders discuss similarities between positive and negative rational numbers. Students predict what rational numbers lie...
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Comparing Positive Fractions, Mixed Numbers & Decimals

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals. In this fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals instructional activity, 7th graders compare different forms of rational numbers on a number line. Students...
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Solving Inequalities

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of solving inequalities. In this inequality lesson plan, 7th graders construct inequalities for scenarios such as getting a driver's license and height requirements at a theme park. Students practice...
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Solving Problems with Proportions

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of proportions. In this proportion lesson, 7th graders play a review game involving whiteboards. Students work in groups to solve a given proportion the fastest. Students also work in pairs to solve...
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Triangle Attributes and Measures

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of triangles. In this triangles instructional activity, 7th graders sort triangles according to various attributes such as acute, obtuse, isosceles, or equilateral. Students find the area and perimeter...
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Volume, Surface Area for Rectangular & Triangular Prisms

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of rectangular and triangular prisms. In this rectangular and triangular prism lesson, 7th graders identify various prisms as triangular or rectangular. Students discuss the various shapes of bases...
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Box and Whisker Plots

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of box and whisker plots. In this box and whisker plots instructional activity, 7th graders plot data on a box and whisker plot. Students discuss the mean, median, and mode of the data. Students...
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The Gulf Oil Spill in the Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of environmental stewardship. In this interdisciplinary lesson, students investigate the media response to the Gulf oil spill as they examine live streaming video, interpret data, and share their personal...
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Congress OKs Bill Aimed At Toppling College Obstacles

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the concept of financial costs of college. In this financial costs of college activity, students read an article about college costs. Students research the cost of college for the school of their choice. Students discuss...
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Slow Times Mean Pay Cuts For Many

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of a slowing economy. In this slowing economy instructional activity, students discuss the trickle-down effects of a slowing economy. High schoolers create an estimated budget for living expenses after...
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Weigh Before You Pay: Debit or Credit?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of debit and credit cards. In this debit and credit card lesson, students read an article about debit and credit cards. High schoolers discuss differences between the two forms of payment. Students...
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A Budget Can Help Young People Cut Their Spending

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the concept of budgeting. In this budgeting lesson plan, students read an article about how a budget helps young adults keep track of their spending. Young scholars discuss financial issues that young adults have...
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Scoring a Financial Education

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students explore the concept of money management. In this money management lesson, students read an article about students taking a finance course in high school and college. Students discuss the importance of money management. Students...