A Tier 2 intervention lesson focusing on identifying linear functions from equations and graphs, interpreting y=mx+b, and recognizing nonlinear functions through scaffolded exploration and manipulatives.
Students apply their mathematical knowledge to their own inventions. They calculate their product costs, set their retail price, determine their company valuation, and write the math portion of their pitch speech.
Students tackle company valuations, percentage offers, and equity calculations. They learn the math behind asking for investment and determining what percentage of their company to sell.
Students master unit rates, production costs, retail pricing, and profit margin percentages. They learn how to analyze whether an invention is financially viable on a unit level.
A 5-day daily warm-up packet based on logic puzzles and wordplay themed around liberty and freedom. Focuses on critical thinking and non-numerical deduction.
An assessment package for solving one-step equations involving whole number multiplication and division. Includes a student assessment worksheet and a teacher answer key with detailed step-by-step solutions.
A hands-on geometry lesson where students head outdoors to measure shadows and use the Pythagorean theorem and geometric ratios to calculate the height of school structures. Includes a lesson plan, slide deck, outdoor activity guide, and reflection journal.
A hands-on geometry lesson exploring how scaling the linear dimensions of 3D solids by a scale factor k impacts their total surface area (by k²) and volume (by k³). Features interactive model-scaling examples, a vocabulary challenge, and guided practice.
A collection of high-interest, independent math challenges for early finishers, covering Algebraic Expressions, Probability & Statistics, and Ratios & Proportions. Features creative projects, real-world applications, logic puzzles, and peer-teaching activities.
A middle school algebraic modeling lesson. Students use the distributive property and combine like terms to simplify expressions inspired by real-world gears, soccer bundles, customized sneakers, gaming loot packages, and dirt bike maintenance packs.
A retro-arcade themed lesson on mean, median, mode, and range modified for IEP students. Features simplified definition-focused questions, single-digit numbers with visual counters, and multiple-choice options.
A beginner-friendly algebra lesson focused on translating word sentences into single-variable equations and solving them. Students learn to decode mathematical language and apply inverse operations using only positive whole numbers.
An 8th-grade Algebra lesson introducing exponential growth. Students investigate linear vs. exponential growth models by examining the tragic 1924 history of Calvin Coolidge Jr.'s fatal bacterial infection and how the exponential growth of Penicillium mold led to the discovery of life-saving penicillin.
A structured math lesson focused on functional real-world math skills, covering decimals, money, multi-digit operations, percentages (10% and 50%), and word problem solving. Includes a 3-page study packet, a visual anchor chart reference sheet, and a complete teacher guide.
An applied geometry and packaging design project where students calculate surface area, volume, and sketch blueprints for product packaging.
A comprehensive unit introducing the fundamental building blocks of geometry: points, lines, planes, segment addition, distance/midpoint formulas, angle addition, and basic angle relationships. Includes multi-day guided notes and teacher resources.
A scaffolded algebra lesson designed for 8th-grade students with IEPs to master converting linear equations, identifying equivalent standard forms, and analyzing parallel and perpendicular lines through graphic organizers and step-by-step visual templates.
A comprehensive geometry unit review lesson covering transformations, angle relationships, the distance formula, and triangle congruence criteria. This lesson provides students with structured practice and self-contained explanations to solidify basic identification and direct application of these core geometric principles.
An introductory algebra lesson on solving multi-step equations with variables on both sides. Students use the visual metaphor of a cosmic balance scale to perform operations simultaneously on both sides, working toward isolating the unknown variable.
A complete instructional lesson on solving multi-step equations in Algebra 1, utilizing a 'Top-Secret Case File' theme. It includes briefing slides, a structured student case-file worksheet, and a detailed answer key.
A full-length mock exam and final review of test-taking strategies for the Algebra 1 Regents.
Interpreting data through box plots, histograms, and scatter plots, including correlation and causation analysis.
Analyzing quadratic functions, solving equations via multiple methods, and modeling real-world projectile motion.