A hands-on geometry unit where students apply area formulas for various polygons and circles to design real-world spaces, including custom bedrooms and mini-golf holes.
A transition from mental math fluency to algebraic modeling, focusing on integer arithmetic and solving linear equations with visual tools.
A comprehensive 8-day financial algebra project where 8th-grade students navigate adulthood, managing salaries, housing, transportation, and debt using linear and exponential models.
A two-lesson unit for 6th-grade students focusing on whole number place value relationships from ones to millions, emphasizing the base-ten structure through hands-on detective-themed activities.
A 7-day math project where 6th-grade students use statistics and proportions to analyze school-based environmental issues and propose data-driven solutions to create change.
A 4-lesson economics sequence for Special Education students. Lessons progress from solving for market equilibrium algebraically, to using data tables, to graphing intersections, and finally interpreting the real-world meaning of surplus, shortage, and the 'sweet spot'.
A series of 8th and 9th grade Algebra lessons focused on linear relationships and systems of equations, with a focus on SPED/IEP support.
A 3-day introductory unit on statistics and probability themed around Johnny Bravo. Students learn mean, median, mode, range, and basic probability through data related to laboratory disruptions and button frequencies.
A 3-day introduction to statistics and probability themed around Dexter's Laboratory. Students analyze DeeDee's disruptions, beaker volumes, and control panel button frequencies to master mean, median, mode, and basic probability.
A culinary-themed unit on 5th-grade fractions covering division as fractions, multiplication of fractions, and division with unit fractions. Students step into the role of bakery and pizzeria owners to solve real-world mathematical problems.
A comprehensive journey from basic arithmetic to algebraic reasoning, bridging the gap between elementary calculations and middle school expressions.
A comprehensive unit on calculating the area of 2D shapes, focusing on parallelograms, rectangles, squares, triangles, and trapezoids using architectural blueprints as a visual theme.
A series of lessons focused on breaking down complex, multi-step mathematical word problems using visual graphic organizers and logical step-by-step frameworks.
A comprehensive 5-day math review sequence designed for middle school students preparing for state testing. The sequence covers number systems, expressions, ratios, geometry, and statistics through a 'Brain Blueprint' theme.
A two-day intensive test preparation sequence for the NYS Math Exam, using a 'Mission Possible' spy theme to build student confidence and strategy.
A comprehensive assessment sequence focused on consumer mathematics, linear equations, and systems of equations through the lens of real-world scenarios like business comparisons and service fees.
A multi-day intensive intervention designed for Grade 7 students working below grade level, focusing on the essential "blueprint" rules of proportional reasoning to prepare for the NC EOG.
A project-based unit where students use indirect measurement (shadow reckoning) to determine the height of tall objects and then build accurate scale models of those structures.
A comprehensive 6th grade math review sequence designed to prepare students for End-of-Grade testing through a gamified Jeopardy-style challenge. Includes interactive presentation slides, student work trackers, and detailed teacher keys.
A comprehensive Grade 6 ratio sequence including a 3-day intensive intervention for below-grade level students followed by a formal diagnostic assessment.