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Kindergarten: hands-on activities using materials and math concepts in real-life situations
Finding groups of things from 1 to 10
Same or Different
Taller or Shorter
Count by 10
Express a sum using manipulatives
Explain subtraction using manipulatives
Math in the Home: Activities that explain using math in the home
Math at the Grocery Store
Recognize the Names and Values of Coins...identify the value of a penny and nickel
Coin Recognition and Value Song...uses a song to teach coin value
Fill in the missing number
Counting
"Hokey Pokey" is used to learn different shapes
Identify, sort, and classify objects
Matching Shapes
Pocket Counting Game... Students sit at tables and count how many pockets they have among themselves
Patterns

Grade 1: content includes algebra, patterns, geometry, measurement, statistics, probability, number relationships, and computation
Inverse Relationship Between Addition and Subtraction
Addition
Subtraction
Addition and Subtraction Facts to 20
Addition with Number Sentences
Justify Answers
Farm Shapes...Students try to locate a specific shape in the scene
Calculator...This site displays a basic calculator. Students can add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Compare and order whole numbers to 10
Number Sequencing...Fill in the missing number
Fractions...This site explains fractions and allows students to practice counting fractions through a timed game
Fraction Fun...Compare fractions using models and pictures
Counting and Place Value
Matching Numbers with their Names
Comparing Numbers...Explains greater than, less than, and equal to. Students can practice the concepts
Estimating Sums...Gives an explanation of rounding and students can practice
Counting Coins..Teaches how to count money
Small & Large
Short & Long
Short & Tall
Light & Heavy
Empty, Full, Less, and More
Heads or Tails?

Grade 2: content includes algebra, patterns, geometry, measurement, statistics, probability, number relationships, and computation
The Iditarod Dog Sled Race
Activities that discuss using math in the home
Construction Ahead!...Students design stronger and more efficient houses for the three little pigs
Links to addition: Numbers to 12
Numbers to 18
Numbers to 100
Links to subtraction: Numbers to 12
Numbers to 18
Numbers to 100
Links to multiplication: Numbers to 12
Students can practice skills
Inverse Relationship Between Addition and Subtraction
Milestones...Students draw a timeline indicating how many years until they reach important events in their lives...ex. Driver's license, voting
Exploring Connections Between Mathematics and Art
Texture in Music and Mathematics...Relate math to texture by grouping musical instruments
Calculator...Students can add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Use the calculator to create number patterns..."Students will learn how to use the 'counting constant' function of the calculator"
Addition and Subtraction...explains the processes and enables students to practice
Addition and Subtraction
Problem solve combinations of coins

Money Desk:..Click on Room 108, click on Math, click on Try the Room 108 Money Desk
Currency...Click on 2nd grade, scroll down to Consumer math
Addition
Subtraction
Estimation by Rounding...click on Estimation
Estimating a Difference by Rounding
Identify and use a variety of shapes to make a hat
Geometric Shapes in Architecture...Basic geometric shapes are used in architecture
Time Clock...a game to help students tell time
Tracking Local Weather
Surprise Snack! Students prepare a simple recipe and plan for a surprise guest
Inch by Inch...students will determine basic estimations and complete measurements
Gathering Data...displaying data, summarizing, and organizing data
Heads or Tails?
Create, explain, and record patterns

Grade 3: content includes algebra, patterns, geometry, measurement, statistics, probability, number relationships, and computation
Activities that discuss using math in the home
Construction Ahead!...Students design stronger and more efficient houses for the three little pigs
The Iditarod Dog Sled Race
Lemonade Stand...Students will get a real-world look at operating a lemonade stand
Students can practice skills:
Addition 2-digit numbers to 100
Subtraction 2-digit numbers to 100
Multiplication-numbers up to 12
Milestones...Students draw a timeline indicating how many years until they reach important events in their lives...ex. Driver's license, voting
Multiplication...Exploring multiplication and the properties of multiplication
Harriet Goes to the Circus...Uses literature to teach numbers and numeration
Working With Number Sense:.."Students will demonstrate knowledge of numbers by translating written words into numerals and by working within groups to represent both small and large numbers"
Math Through Rhythm...Students make movements according to a particular rhythm given
Basic Calculator...Students can add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Use the calculator to create number patterns..."Students will learn how to use the 'counting constant' function of the calculator"
Reinforcement Lesson in Place Value...builds the students' knowledge of place value
Fraction Fun...Compare fractions using models and pictures
Equivalent Fractions...Use physical objects to introduce fractions
Addition and Subtraction Game...This site provides review and drill in game format
Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Bingo Blitz...Students complete math problems on a bingo card
Let's Go Shopping...Students create a list of clothes necessary to be completely dressed and go shopping for those clothes
Process Skills Lesson Plans...A variety of plans that utilize process skills
Decimals...This site explains decimals and allows students to practice what they have learned
Place Value...This site explains place value and allows students to practice what they have learned
Fractions...This site explains fractions and allows students to practice what they have learned
Fun with Counting Coins...Students match coins with specified values
Time is Money...Students set up the classroom like a store. They purchase items to reinforce addition and counting money
Estimating and Rounding...This site explains estimation and rounding of whole numbers and decimals and allows students to practice
Tic-Tac-Toe...Students use a tic-tac-toe game to practice estimation
This site offers multiple lesson plans. Scroll down to view the various lesson plans
Area and Volume...Describe the difference between area and volume
Volume...Estimate, measure, record, compare, and order objects and containers
Volume of the mouth...Learn to measure the volume of an irregularly-shaped container
Measurement...area and perimeter... Not all items with the same perimeter have the same area
Estimating Distances...Students use a map to estimate distance
Telling Time with the Grouchy Ladybug...Students create ladybug clocks after reading The Grouchy Ladybug
Money Counts...Students count coins and make change for purchases
An introduction to Estimation and Measurements
Students will convert ounces to pounds, measure liquids, and describe measurements in sizes
Exploring Geometric Solids and Their Properties..."Analyze characteristics and properties of three dimensional shapes "
Geometric Shapes...Students will be able to identify geometric shapes
Geometry in Life Collage...Students will become familiar with geometric shapes
Identifying and Classifying Polygons...Defines polygons and discusses how polygons are found in the classroom
Functional Relationships...Applying mathematics to everyday situations such as buying groceries
Probability: The Lesson of Chance...Students are introduced to the theory of probability by playing a game
A Concrete Approach to Relative Frequency...A lesson in probability using cracks in the sidewalk
Heads or Tails?...Students explore probability concepts
Multiplication...Exploring multiplication and the properties of multiplication
Awareness of Pre-Algebra Concepts...This site discusses the pre-algebra concept of finding the unknown
Problem Solving...Use problem solving strategies to play a game. Scroll down to locate

Grade 4: content includes algebra, patterns, geometry, measurement, statistics, probability, number relationships, and computation
Activities that discuss using math in the home
Construction Ahead!...Students design stronger and more efficient houses for the three little pigs
The Iditarod Dog Sled Race
Lemonade Stand...Students will get a real-world look at operating a lemonade stand
Math Shortcuts...Provides students with shortcuts to master more difficult concepts
Addition Robbery...Students practice addition and subtraction
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division Possibilities..."Given answers with blanks for the numbers involved in the operation, students will be able to find possible numbers to make the solution correct." Scroll down to locate
Addition...2-digit numbers
Subtraction...2-digit numbers
Addition...3-digit numbers
Multiplication...Numbers to 12
Multiplication...Numbers to 100
Students can practice skills at the above sites
Coded Messages...Students create and write code and decode messages:
Putting it All Together...Students use numerical data to help them understand their community
A Living Timeline...Students create a timeline of their town's history
Functional Relationships...Applying mathematics to everyday situations such as buying groceries
Music Basketball for Sports-Minded Students...Students will be able to identify the value of music notes and rests
Wall Street Rookies...Discusses the role of supply and demand, money, and the economy
Basic Calculator...Students can add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Use the calculator to create number patterns..."Students will learn how to use the 'counting constant' function of the calculator"
Fraction Fun...Compare fractions using models and pictures
Equivalent Fractions...Use physical objects to introduce fractions
Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Fractions...This site explains fractions and allows students to practice what they have learned
This site offers multiple lesson plans. Scroll down to view the various lesson plans
Area and Volume...Describe the difference between area and volume
Volume...Estimate, measure, record, compare, and order objects and containers
Volume of the mouth...Learn to measure the volume of an irregularly-shaped container
Measurement...area and perimeter... Not all items with the same perimeter have the same area
Estimating Distances...Students use a map to estimate distance
An introduction to Estimation and Measurements
Probability: The Lesson of Chance...Students are introduced to the theory of probability by playing a game
A Concrete Approach to Relative Frequency...A lesson in probability using cracks in the sidewalk
Heads or Tails?...Students explore probability concepts
Geometric Shapes...Students will be able to identify geometric shapes
Geometry in Life Collage...Students will become familiar with geometric shapes
Identifying and Classifying Polygons...Defines polygons and discusses how polygons are found in the classroom
Awareness of Pre-Algebra Concepts...This site discusses the pre-algebra concept of finding the unknown
Number Spiral Circle Pattern...Students will understand patterns and relationships

Grade 5: content includes algebra, patterns, geometry, measurement, statistics, probability, number relationships, and computation
Statistical Concepts: Measures of Central Tendency and Dispersion...Includes finding mean, median, mode
Probability: The Study of Chance...Discusses the basic principles of probability
Cube Coloring Problem..."Investigate what happens when different size cubes are constructed from unit cubes, the surface areas are painted, and taken apart"
Web of Lines...Describes lines, rays, segments, and points
Three-Dimensional Figures...Reviews two- and three-dimensional shapes using paper models
Discovering Pi...Explains the use of pi
Polygons..."Demonstrate an understanding of the use of the properties and relationships in geometry and use manipulatives to identify properties of a polygon
Cool to Rule: A Game of Prediction and Measurement...Review estimation and measurement
Graphing Review...Graphing, probability, and statistics
How Does Your Math Garden Grow...Concepts of different word problems
Usage and Intepretation of Graphs...Multiple uses of graphs
Math Scramble..Students find other students in order to solve math problems
Creating Decimals out of Paper...Discusses what decimals represent
Angles...Students determine the number of degrees of an angle
Box and Deliver...longitude and latitude plotting skills
Addition 3-digit numbers...students can practice skills
Multiplication numbers to 100...students can practice skills
Addition 6-digit numbers...students can practice skills
Subtraction 6-digit numbers...students can practice skills
Addition with 1 decimal digit...students can practice skills
Addition with 2 decimal digits...students can practice skills
Subtraction with 1 decimal digit...students can practice skills
Fractions in Everyday Life...applying fractions to daily life
Picture of a Nation...students use statistical data and represent it graphically
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