A cumulative review lesson where students apply their knowledge of inverse operations to solve mixed one-step equations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Expanding algebraic thinking to multiplication and division. Students will learn how to 'undo' multiplication by splitting into equal groups (division) and 'undo' division through multiplication, maintaining the balance of the scale.

A foundational introduction to basic algebra using the balance scale analogy, specifically designed for students working at a 3rd-grade level. Students will learn about variables and the concept of inverse operations to 'undo' addition and subtraction.

Teaches students to identify fractions within a group of discrete objects (sets), rather than a single continuous whole.

Explores fractions that represent more than one whole, using visual models and decomposition to understand values like 6/4 and 8/6.

Focuses on identifying parts of a whole, understanding numerators and denominators, and modeling fractions by dividing shapes into equal parts.

A Tier 2 intervention lesson for 6th grade focused on equivalent ratios using tape diagrams and visual models. Students practice through guided 'recipes' and matching activities to build conceptual understanding.

An introductory lesson on identifying and combining like terms to solve multi-step equations, designed for upper elementary students using visual models and guided practice.

Students learn to generate equivalent fractions by multiplying the numerator and denominator by the same number, using bakery-themed visual models like cake pans and bread loaves to bridge the gap between concrete and abstract math.

A summative assessment evaluating mastery of the Data Decoder sequence. Students apply their skills to a final case study involving complex data analysis and interpretation.

A deep dive into distinguishing between correlation and causation. Students analyze the correlation coefficient (r) and explore how external factors can influence perceived relationships between variables.

Explores bivariate data through scatter plots, trend lines, and the basics of linear regression. Students learn to use technology or manual methods to find the line of best fit and interpret the slope and intercept.

Instruction on organizing and interpreting categorical data using two-way frequency tables. Students calculate joint, marginal, and conditional relative frequencies to find associations between variables.

Guided practice in comparing two or more datasets using visual displays and summary statistics. Students analyze differences in shape, center, and spread to draw meaningful conclusions.

Introduces measures of center (mean, median) and spread (range, interquartile range, standard deviation basics). Students learn how to calculate these values and understand what they represent in the context of a dataset.

Focuses on constructing and interpreting visual data displays including histograms, box plots, and dot plots. Students learn to identify the most appropriate display for different data types and describe the shape of distributions.

A baseline assessment designed to identify student gaps in data interpretation, display construction, and statistical reasoning. Includes a variety of item types to gauge prior knowledge of histograms, box plots, and measures of center.

Final evaluation of student mastery across all function interpretation standards (F-IF.A–B).

Analyze symmetry, end behavior, and apply function interpretation to real-world scenarios to build mathematical modeling skills.

Identify and interpret key features of functions including intercepts, relative maxima and minima, and intervals where the function is increasing or decreasing.

Master the concepts of domain and range across graphs, tables, and equations using visual 'boundary box' techniques.

Identify baseline student knowledge of functions and establish a solid understanding of function notation and evaluation through the 'function machine' concept.

A lesson focused on place value through expanded form and rounding techniques using number lines as visual aids. Students practice with four- and five-digit numbers to master precision in estimation.

A comprehensive final assessment and review session to measure student mastery of multi-step equations and real-world problem solving.

Students learn to translate real-world scenarios into algebraic equations and solve them, focusing on rational numbers and variable definitions.