An introductory lesson on the Pythagorean Theorem, focusing on identifying right triangles, understanding the relationship between sides, and calculating the hypotenuse through a construction-themed lens.

Students bridge the gap between 2D geometry and 3D space by constructing physical models of rectangular and triangular prisms. They identify faces, measure dimensions, and calculate total surface area through hands-on assembly.

A comprehensive lesson on estimating products of 2-digit by 1-digit multiplication by rounding to the nearest ten, featuring a construction-themed approach to 'building' estimates.

A comprehensive 7th-grade math review focused on NYS common core standards, simulating a test environment with confidence-building exercises and error analysis.

A comprehensive workshop focused on mastering rational number operations and common CCSS 7th grade math misconceptions in preparation for the NYS test.

A collaborative lesson where students work in specialized roles to master compound probability of independent events with replacement through step-by-step mission scenarios.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NF.4: Apply and extend previous understandings of multiplication to multiply a fraction by a whole number.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NF.3: Understand addition and subtraction of fractions as joining and separating parts referring to the same whole. Focus on like denominators and mixed numbers.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NF.2: Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators. Focus on common denominators and benchmark fractions.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NF.1: Explain why fractions are equivalent using visual fraction models. Focus on the "Splitting" and "Merging" strategies.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.6: Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.5: Multiply a whole number of up to four digits by a one-digit whole number, and multiply two two-digit numbers, using strategies based on place value.

A foundational lesson on multi-digit multiplication using color-coded place value strategies and the area model to support students working significantly below grade level.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.4: Fluently add and subtract multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm.