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.

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

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.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.3: Use place value understanding to round multi-digit whole numbers to any place.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.2: Read and write multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form. Compare two multi-digit numbers based on meanings of the digits in each place.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.NBT.1: Recognize that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit in one place represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.OA.5: Generate a number or shape pattern that follows a given rule. Identify apparent features of the pattern that were not explicit in the rule itself.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.OA.4: Find all factor pairs for a whole number in the range 1-100; recognize that a whole number is a multiple of each of its factors. Determine whether a given whole number in the range 1-100 is prime or composite.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.OA.3: Solve multi-step word problems using the four operations, including problems where remainders must be interpreted.

Tier 2 reteach for standard 4.OA.2: Solving word problems involving multiplicative comparisons using multiplication and division.

A technical, step-by-step guide and template for mastering the quadratic formula through visual color-coding. This lesson provides students with a structured 'blueprint' to decompose and solve quadratic equations with precision.

A Tier 2 reteach lesson focused on multiplicative comparisons using tape diagrams and area models to bridge the gap between additive and multiplicative thinking.

A comprehensive review of exponential growth, decay, and compound interest through real-world scenarios. Students practice applying discrete and continuous formulas to predict future values.

A lesson focused on introducing and practicing telling time to the half-hour, connecting analog and digital representations.

A collection of tools for tracking student progress in mastering number decompositions for 6 and 7.

A comprehensive lesson on classifying quadrilaterals based on their properties, focusing on the hierarchy and inclusive definitions required for 5th-grade geometry.

A lesson focused on understanding and applying z-scores to compare values from different normal distributions and interpret real-world statistical data.

A comprehensive set of small group activities where students calculate unknown angles and determine the area of various figures using tiling and equations. The lesson uses a 'Blueprint Builders' theme to engage students in real-world mathematical applications.

A 45-minute lesson exploring inverse variation through the lens of travel speed and Boyle's Law, focusing on formulating and solving equations for real-world scenarios.

A creative geometry project where students design a brand logo using specific circle properties, including tangents, secants, chords, and inscribed angles. Students must demonstrate both artistic design and geometric precision through calculations.

Students learn to apply Sine, Cosine, and Tangent to real-world measurements and abstract artistic design, culminating in a dual-phase project.

A hands-on geometry lesson where students explore the mathematical properties of circles through real-world measurement and creative geometric art design. Students discover the relationship between circumference and diameter while applying area formulas to their own masterpieces.

A creative geometry project where students apply circle theorems to design a celestial map or star chart, combining art with rigorous mathematical proofs of angles and segments.

This lesson focuses on practical math applications in a retail setting, covering decimals, percentages, and basic arithmetic with a focus on money management.

A comprehensive milestone assessment and review unit for 6th-grade students performing in the 221-230 RIT range, focusing on The Number System and Expressions & Equations. Includes a technical blueprint, skill-building lab activities, and a final proficiency assessment.

A comprehensive guide to multiplying decimals by decimals using a step-by-step procedural approach. This lesson includes a visual anchor chart for students, a practice worksheet to reinforce the skill, and a teacher guide for effective instruction.

A lesson focused on calculating and interpreting z-scores within the context of normal distributions, featuring real-world data from ecology to education.

A hands-on project where students apply right triangle trigonometry to design a piece of modern architecture or geometric art, culminating in a detailed calculation poster.

A creative art-based project where students apply circle geometry concepts—arc length, sector area, and inscribed angles—to design and calculate a geometric masterpiece.

Students apply linear function concepts to model a real-world income and expense scenario. They will calculate rates of change, identify initial values, and visualize their budget through graphing.

A real-world project exploring linear functions through cell phone plans and career earnings. Students analyze slope as a rate of change and the y-intercept as a starting value.

A real-world project-based learning unit where students apply the Pythagorean Theorem to urban planning, sports field design, and GPS navigation. Students act as urban developers and navigators to solve practical distance problems.

A focused lesson on the binomial distribution, covering the BINS criteria, identifying parameters, and calculating probabilities using digital spreadsheet tools.

A focused lesson on the binomial distribution, covering the BINS criteria, identifying parameters, and calculating probabilities using digital spreadsheet tools.