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Math Projects
Support mathematical understanding with projects that apply concepts to real-life scenarios. This collection includes statistical studies, geometry in design, and budget planning exercises. By integrating these math projects into your teaching, you can make math relevant and engaging.
Financial Literacy: My Party Budget- Decimals and Percentages Application
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Financial Literacy: My Party Budget- Decimals and Percentages Application Unlock mathematics’ real-world influence with this practical math project for students in grades 5-8. This tool allows students to sharpen their intermediate math skills, particularly applying percentage calculations and decimal operations to manage a budget consciously - a vital lesson in financial literacy. This versatile resource is ideal for grades 5 to 8 classrooms as well as high school special education environments where budgeting practice complements life skills training. How to Use: Give each student a party budget. You can choose to give everyone the same budget, OR this is a great way to differentiate . Give students with emerging understanding a budget of $100 (which is easy to work with) and give students who need a challenge a budget such as $240, which will result in more complex calculations. This will also stimulate discussions about budgeting in general and the challenge of planning with less money. Students need to partition their hypothetical party budget across varied cost categories like food, decorations and entertainment by employing basic percent in decimal form and understanding addition and multiplication of decimals. For example, they might decide to spend 50% of their budget on food because that is their favourite part of a party. They will calculate 50% of their total budget. This skill application brings relevance to numbers through experiential learning. You can decide if students should complete calculations by hand or if using a calculator is allowed. Also, a complete sample answer key is included that you can show to your students to demonstrate the task. Finally, students complete shopping research and choose items online or in store flyers. This fosters strategic thinking when managing limited resources. You can have a discussion about making tradeoffs (for example, choosing frozen pizza instead of fresh to have extra money for a party activity OR inviting fewer guests to have more money for party favours per person). What's Included: A total of 8 pages in PDF Format Title Page Teacher Instructions 3 Page Student Worksheets 3 Page Sample Answer Key
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Decimals, Percentages, Budgeting, Math Application, Budget, Real World Math, Math Project, Applied Math, Party Project
Build a Mini Golf Course: Learn Geometry Vocabulary with Real World Math Project
Math, Geometry, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects
Build a Mini Golf Course is a hands-on math project that teaches geometry vocabulary in a fun, memorable way. Students design, draw, and construct mini golf holes using materials like felt, popsicle sticks, and glue. Over the course of 5 scaffolded lessons, students learn geometric terms like line, point, angle, and more. As they build their mini golf course models, the vocabulary jumps off the page into 3D life. This cross-curricular project also builds real-world skills like following instructions, calculating measurements, and managing money. With 23 pages of structured lessons, assessment tools, math journal prompts, and a reflection, Build a Mini Golf Course ensures geometry standards stick through an unforgettable, DIY experience. Educators can differentiate this project for whole class, small groups, or independent work. Turn vocabulary drills into an engaging geometry adventure with this ready-to-go resource!
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Geometry Project, Math Project, Geometry Terms, Mini Golf Course, Hands On Math
Movie Theater Multiplication: Real World Project Using Arrays, Rows and Columns
Math, Order Of Operations, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Bring math concepts to life for students with Movie Theater Multiplication, a hands-on real-world project using arrays, rows, and columns. Students become builders and designers as they construct model movie theaters with seats represented by counters. This progressive activity takes learners through the concrete, representational, and abstract stages, building conceptual understanding of multiplication along the way. With 20 total tasks across 4 stages, students start by building arrays and connecting them to number sentences. Then they assign "moviegoers" to seats and write multiplication expressions to represent the seating. Finally, students find the total number of seats in mega-theaters and calculate potential ticket revenue. This differentiated project integrates math, reading, and writing for 2nd-4th graders. Use it for small groups, fast finishers, or a whole class. Includes an answer key.
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Real-world, Arrays, Multiplication, Conceptual, Hands-on
Fractions Pizza Project
Math, Fractions, Grade 3, Activities, Projects
This is a Pizza Fractions Project! This activity is designed to be done over the course of two days, at the middle or end of a 3rd Grade Fractions unit. I decorated my classroom to look like an Italian restaurant and had pictures of Italy on the Smartboard. I also made an Italian music station on Internet radio and had spaghetti sauce (with breadsticks for dipping) in the crockpot! Students wore paper chef hats, which were inexpensive on Amazon. The pizzas they created were done in pizza boxes, but you could use long construction paper or poster board, just as easily. I also had students do a close reading about the history of Pizza, which I got from Learnzillion. You will need to run the pizza template and toppings off on colored paper or cardstock and I had them cut out in advance, to save time. Included in this file: Page 4: Performance Task Student Directions Pages 5-10: Task Cards (Alternative to Fractioni’s PowerPoint Comparing Fractions & Word Problems Page 11: Task Card Recording Sheets Pages 12-13: Pizza Parts-run off on beige card stock or construction paper and cut out. Students can add tomato sauce and cheese with crayons, if desired Page 14: Green Peppers-run off on green card stock or construction paper and cut out. I used 12 copies of each topping for a class of 24. Page 15: Pepperoni-run off on red card stock or construction paper and cut out. Page 16: Pineapple-run off on yellow card stock or construction paper and cut out. Page 17: Mushrooms-run off on white card stock or construction paper and cut out. Page 18: Pizza Key and Word Problem sheet-I ran this off on the same color that I used for the pizza
Author Siri Latina
Tags Fractions, Pizza, Project, Lesson Plan, Adding Fractions, Subtracting Fractions, Number Lines, Math Task Cards, Math Centers, Pizza Fractions, Fractions Project, Fraction Pizza Printable, Fraction Project 4th Grade
Even and Odd Numbers: Investigate patterns with the 4 operations
Math, Patterns, Numbers, Grade 3, 4, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The purpose of these resources is to explore patterns in our number system through one of the most fundamental classification of numbers - even and odd. Recognising even and odd numbers is first seen in Grade 2, and this builds on work covered here. See the resource Recognising even and odd numbers with and without objects . Having accomplished this, a natural extension is to investigate whether there are any patterns when even and odd numbers are added, subtracted, multiplied or divided. So, as well as looking for patterns pupils are practicing and applying the 4 basic number operations in a math investigation There are two fundamental approaches to this investigation: Using visual aids: Students can get visual clues when even and odd numbers of objects are displayed in an orderly fashion, which is always a good starting point. Addition and Subtraction are covered here with worksheets and digital teaching resources. Multiplication has a digital teaching resource. The range of numbers used are between 1 and 28 for addition, and 1 to 14 for division For the multiplication the examples go from 2 x 2 to 6 x 7 No visual aids: students apply the idea learnt in the Grade 2 resource that whatever the size of the number, in the end only the last (unit) digit matters when deciding if a number is even or odd. Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are all covered here. The range of numbers used here are: - Addition: 2-digit plus a 2-digit number up a total of 30, 50 or 100 - Subtraction: Two 2-digit numbers with the first number a maximum of 30, 50 or 100 - Multiplication: From 2 x 2 to 12 x 12 - Division: Dividend a maximum of 100, Divisor up to 12. The work is broken down into modules so that a step by step approach can be taken. This prepares your students to: - Independently investigate and recognise any patterns or consistently repeated results when performing the 4 operations with even and odd numbers. - Make generalizations from the work carried out. - Make predictions and test them. How many worksheets are in each set ? Lots and lots and virtually unlimited on some of them . At the click of a button all numbers are randomised, so the questions change every time which allows you to create new worksheets for extra practice or revision throughout the year or even give groups of pupils in your class different sets of questions. Answers can be found on the second page of every worksheet, automatically generated when you create a new worksheet. Interactive Teaching Resources These are designed for whole class teaching with an Interactive Whiteboard or on a computer for one to one tuition with instant feedback to help introduce the content of the worksheets. As with the worksheets numbers can be randomized giving you almost unlimited examples to work with. Note These resources are PDF documents and work with the official Adobe Acrobat Reader on Windows or Mac computers with the randomising buttons also working via a touchscreen (PC or Mac)or on an Interactive Whiteboard. Common Core State Standards CCSS3.OA.D.9 Identify arithmetic patterns (including patterns in the addition table or multiplication table), and explain them using properties of operations. For example, observe that 4 times a number is always even, and explain why 4 times a number can be decomposed into two equal addends. Australian Curriculum Year 4: Investigate and use the properties of odd and even numbers (ACMNA071) Explore and describe number patterns resulting from performing multiplication (ACMNA081) For more foundational work on Even and Odd Numbers have a look at: Recognising & Identifying Even & Odd Numbers
Author Jeff's Notebooks
Tags Math, Even And Odd Numbers, Odd And Even, Patterns In Numbers, Math Investigation, Grade 3, Jeff's Notebooks, Worksheets, Math Project, Interactive Whiteboard
Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project
Life Studies, Math, Decimals, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project - Taxes, Insurance, Loans, Rent, Groceries and More! This resource is a ready-to-print and engaging project designed to teach high school students about personal finance and budgeting.. Each student is assigned a fictional career with a specific salary and student loan debt- which makes the budgeting process as realistic as possible! You could be a doctor with a high salary and a huge debt, a cashier with no debt but a very low salary, or something in between. Tasks: Income tax calculations using percentages written as decimals Rent options research and saving up for a house down payment in the future Loan repayment (if you have one) Transportation options: bus, leasing a car with no money down, saving up for a car Budget allocations for food and clothing Making monthly payments such as health insurance, electricity bills, and subscription services The flexibility of this project allows students to work at their own pace following the step-by-step instructions. If they encounter a shortfall in funds, they will need to re-evaluate their spending habits which offers an invaluable lesson in financial prioritization. Sometimes you can't have it all! Grades to Use With: This lesson is primarily designed for high school students in grades 8-12. It could be used in math class, career and personal planning, or family studies course. It could also be used for enrichment in grade 7 or in a life skills class with enough support and the use of calculators. Flexible Application This project can be used for whole-group instruction, small-group work, or an independent project. All of the instructions are clearly included, so students should be able to work at their own pace. At the end, a reflection is included so students can discuss what they have learned about the budgeting process. This is the kind of learning that stays with students long after math class ends! What's Included: A total of 7 pages in PDF format including 15 unique career cards to assign to students. If you like this personal finance lesson, check out others in my store: Taxes, Tips, Sales Inflation Renting vs Buying a Home Income Tax
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Planning, Budgeting, Personal Finance, Math Skills, Taxes, Loans, Rent, Groceries, Financial Literacy, Real World Math
Find Me a Home! Housing Market Analysis Math Project (Grades 3-5)
Math, Numbers, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects
Find Me a Home! Housing Market Analysis Math Project is a 16-page standards-based math project for grades 3-5 that teaches real-world application of number operations and place value. Students take on the role of a real estate agent and use math skills to compare home listings, evaluate the housing market, and determine the best property purchase based on family needs and budget. Throughout the guided 5-day structure, students strengthen critical thinking, data analysis, mapping, writing, presentation, and collaborative skills. This differentiated activity works for whole-class, small groups, or independent practice, covering numerous Common Core standards while embedding cross-curricular social studies and technology components. With included teacher instructions, student help sheets, assessment tools and more, Find Me a Home makes math meaningful and fun!
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Real-world Math, Interdisciplinary, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Differentiated Instruction
Party Planning Math Project: Use a Budget, Add Decimals and Make a Theme
Math, Decimals, Grade 3, 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Party Planning Math Project guides students through using math skills like budgeting, adding decimals, and integrating themes to plan the ultimate class party. Students brainstorm party ideas, research costs, design proposals with details like decorations and menus, and vote on the best one. The winning student gets to throw the actual party! This engaging project builds real-world math application over 3 introductory lessons then independent work. Differentiation allows all skill levels to participate fully. Aligned to math standards focused on problem-solving and perseverance, it develops critical thinking and tests precision. The 19-page resource includes structured lessons, graphic organizers for brainstorming and budgeting, assessment exit slips and rubric, and a reflection. Use it to liven up fall, winter, or pre-break events. Skills like money management, computation, analysis, and presentation make this cross-curricular project shine.
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Budgeting, Adding Decimals, Math Project, Class Party, Problem Solving
Math Project: Create your Dream Store: Decimal Calculations and Budgeting
Life Studies, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Decimals, Money, Finance, Business, Career, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
This is an engaging math project that lets students apply math skills to a realistic situation: opening their own store! Grades to Use With : This project is perfect to use with your middle grades students in grades 5-8. It could also be a great addition to a high school life skills class studying finance, business, or careers. How to Use : Each of your students has won $2,000,000 in the lottery, and they are going to use it to open their very own store! They create a budget for a new business venture by considering the costs to rent a commercial storefront in your area, pay employees, and buy all of the supplies and stock they will need. They can do research on the internet to find out the prices of rental properties and the supplies they will need. They can do decimal calculations by hand or with a calculator. This will include adding decimals and multiplying decimals. Extension : Students who finish early can create an advertisement to attract customers to their new store. You could even have a day where each student presents their unique store idea to the class. Standards: CCSS5.NBT.B.7 Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals to hundredths, using concrete models or drawings and strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction; relate the strategy to a written method and explain the reasoning used. CCSS7.NS.A.3 Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving the four operations with rational numbers. If you enjoy this math project , check out some other options in my store: Math in the Real World: Personal Math Research Project for STEM, Enrichment, or Early Finishers Financial Literacy: Household Budget Project: Taxes, Insurance, Loans, Rent, Groceries and More!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Math Project, Store Design, Budget, Decimal Calculations, Group Work, Financial Literacy, Applied Math, Money, Business, Project, Budgeting Project For Highschool Students
Pumpkin Investigation
ELA, Writing, Science, Basic Science, Math, Measurements, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects
Pumpkin Investigation This pumpkin investigation aligns with science, math, and writing opportunities for grades three through five, if students are prepped accordingly. Students need to be in the mindset of scientists and serious observers or mathematicians. If you are in an area where pumpkins are a main crop, it is beneficial to connect it to your local economics, as well. This cross curricular, hands-on opportunity allows for parent or other staff volunteers and a small group setting for investigation. Included in this product: Teacher notes for how to implement the project in class Nonfiction reading passage explaining scientist skills like observation and communication A pumpkin observation packet, leading students through estimations, observations, and measurements of a pumpkin (either individual or in a group. Some pages have standard measurement and others have metric A rubric for grading the packet Intended for science grading, but could also be used for math if points were specific to those skills Parent permission notes for students to participate Parent volunteer letter and guidelines Supplies Needed: 1 pumpkin per group Newspaper or butcher paper – to cover desks or tables Bucket (0r buckets) filled with water – towels to dry Baby/bathroom scale Cloth/flexible tape measures Large spoons or scoops Adults willing to use knives Next Gen Science Standards Covered (On top of the previously tagged Math and Writing standards) 3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 3-5-ETS1-3. Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved. **Check pages carefully, as there are duplicates of the questions with some asking for standard units of measurement and some asking for metric units . Total Pages: 13 pages Answer Key: Rubric only Teaching Duration: 2 hour session for project, skills apply multiple times throughout the year
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Hands-on, Cross Curricular, Observation, Communication, Estimation, Measurement, Data Writing
Pumpkin Hands-on Project with Social Studies and Math for Elementary
Social Studies, Economics, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Division, Multiplication, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Embark on an exciting autumn adventure as you step into the shoes of a pumpkin patch owner this fall season! Construct your very own immersive 3D pumpkin patch, delve into the intricacies of growing seasons, meticulously document your findings on an informative chart, and even engage in the rewarding experience of selling your bountiful pumpkins at a bustling market. This comprehensive project comprises six engaging steps that seamlessly blend various academic disciplines. As students partake in this hands-on endeavor, they'll explore the realms of economics, delve into the rich tapestry of social studies, hone practical life skills, and sharpen their basic math proficiency—all while having a blast. Upon project completion, students will proudly possess a portfolio filled with valuable information. This includes thoughtfully crafted charts, region-specific research findings about pumpkin growth, and a stunning 3D pumpkin patch they can showcase with pride. So what’s included? 1 hands-on project 3 corresponding worksheets 2 reading/learning pages How to Use and Supplies List Student Guide for independent use Answer Keys Bonus Pumpkin Freebie How to use in your classroom For Pumpkin Week - Easily set up your elementary classroom around this project. With 6 unique steps that lead the student to "growing" their own pumpkin patch, you'll have plenty to do! As a Cumulative Assessment - This is the easiest way to teach basic economics to elementary students. Use all 6 steps to assess what they've learned and give a grade. Independent Project - Because of the included Student Guide, older elementary students can complete this project with minimal adult supervision. Group Project - With separate steps and activities, students could easily split this up into different parts and create their own group pumpkin patch. Science Fair Project - Looking for an economics-focused fair project? Try this one this fall! Tags pumpkin math, pumpkin math worksheets, pumpkin math activities, elementary math, elementary math worksheets, easy math worksheets, printable math worksheets, print and go math worksheets, pumpkin-themed worksheets, pumpkin project, project-based learning, elementary economics, pumpkin economics, pumpkin economics project Grab the full Pumpkin Life Cycle Art & Crafts Bundle here! Please enjoy! -Abbey Allen ARTventurous Animals
Author ARTventurousanimals
Tags Pumpkin Math, Pumpkin Math Worksheets, Pumpkin Project, Project Based Learning, Pumpkin Project Based Learning, Steam, Stem, Pumpkin Social Studies, Pumpkin Economics
Elementary Architects Project Based Learning: Design & Explore Area (Grade 2-4)
Math, Measurements, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Architects Wanted! Hire students to design a one-room space in this engaging math project for grades 2-4. Students will enjoy pretending to be little architects as they learn how to calculate area and estimate flooring needs for their custom room design. This 23-page packet includes 5 detailed lesson plans to introduce the project and provide structure for independent work time. Students will brainstorm ideas, read architectural blueprints, measure with standard units, and apply math skills to create their own floor plan masterpiece. Two sets of exit slips allow teachers to check for understanding along the way. When the projects are complete, students will reflect on the process and get paid with play money for their work! This cross-curricular activity integrates reading, writing, math, and art standards in an authentic way.
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Architects, Floor Plan, Area, Math Project, Cross-curricular
Equivalent Fractions in the Real World - Fun Enrichment Activity for Students
Math, Fractions, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Projects
Equivalent Fractions in the Real World provides educators with 5 engaging math problems that connect abstract fraction concepts to real-world cooking scenarios. Students read detailed recipes and information pages, then solve unique fraction word problems related to modifying the ingredients or batch size of each recipe. For example, one recipe explores doubling a recipe to make enough healthy power bars for an entire class. Another looks at dividing up s'more ingredients evenly between 5 family members. The multi-step word problems strengthen critical thinking skills and benchmark fraction knowledge. Teachers can implement the printable 19-page resource in small groups, as a center activity, or as an independent homework assignment. The problems align to Common Core grade 3-4 standards on equivalent fractions. Rather than remaining a vague notion, equivalent fractions become a concrete tool for problem solving through the context of kid-friendly, enticing recipes.
Author Beyond Traditional Math
Tags Fractions, Equivalent Fractions, Word Problems, Real World, Cooking, Recipes
Patterns in Nature - Concentric Rings
Math, Geometry, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Activities, Projects
Get ready to explore Patterns in Nature - Concentric Rings found in nature, art, and beyond here on Earth and throughout the universe! Did you know that concentric rings can be found not only in nature but also in art, technology, and even in our solar system and beyond? Bring any elementary math lesson alive with this geometry-centered mini unit study. Don't let the "mini" part of the lesson fool you as you and your learners can jump down myriads of learning rabbit holes for up to months at a time with the given complimentary Internet Activities. Learners enjoy learning about where concentric rings and polygons are found beautifully throughout nature from the cross-section of a tree to the rings of Saturn. There was even a strange discovery of rings forming on rocks through a chemical reaction! Concepts Covered: Geometry definition of concentric rings Concentric polygons How to find the area of concentric rings Examples of concentric rings in nature and art Concentric rings found in rocks and minerals Liesegang Rings Concentric rings found in water Russian Painter, Wassily Kandinsky's Squares with Concentric Circles Saturn's concentric rings What's Included: 7-slide PowerPoint PDF version of PowerPoint Quick Start Guide Internet Activities: videos, project ideas, web resources
Author NatureGlo's eScience
Tags Math Art, Math, Geometry, Concentric Rings, Patterns In Nature, Concentric Circles, Wassily Kandinsky
Checking Account Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Career, Math, Money, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
I'm thrilled to introduce you to the Checking Account Project, a tailored resource aimed at middle school and high school students. As educators, we know the value of imparting essential life skills, and that's exactly what this project is designed to do—equip students with a foundational understanding of checking accounts and their benefits. Here's what you can expect: Real-World Insight: We all know consumer math can be a bit perplexing, especially for students navigating it for the first time. This product is packed with activities that delve into the workings of checking accounts and how they can be responsibly integrated into daily life. Flexible Learning: Whether your students prefer working from home or in the classroom, this project accommodates both settings. It's adaptable to different preferences, ensuring a seamless learning experience. Empowering Students: By offering various activities, from understanding the anatomy of a check to simulating ATM usage, this project empowers students to become savvy consumers with a firm grasp of checking account essentials. Tailored Adaptation: Education isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither is this project. Feel free to tweak and customize it to align with your students' needs and learning objectives. Included in the package: Glossary of Key Terms: A handy reference for students to familiarize themselves with checking account terminology. Real-World Insight: An activity that encourages students to interview adults with checking accounts, promoting practical understanding. Hands-On Learning: Engaging exercises that teach students how to write checks, endorse and void them, and comprehend the role of debit cards. Practical Application: Utilizing an online ATM simulator, students gain firsthand experience in using ATMs. Financial Literacy: Learning how to balance a checkbook ledger—an invaluable skill for personal finance management. Comprehension Matters: Demystifying checking account statements, equipping students to read and understand them effectively. The Checking Account Project serves as a stepping stone toward financial literacy, ensuring that your students are well-prepared for the responsibilities of the adult world. Feel free to make it your own, tailoring it to resonate with your students' learning journey. Let's empower our students to navigate their financial future with confidence. The Checking Account Project lays down the groundwork for responsible and informed financial choices—a skill they'll carry with them for life.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Finances, Financial Literacy, Checking Account Project, Middle School, High School, Small Group, Interview, Debit Cards, Math Project, Consumer Math
Applied Math: Cups of Fun Project
Math, Measurements, Grade 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects
This resource is great to have students complete a real life project using ratios and fractions. Students will add fractions and compare ratios while completing calculations from a catering business ' perspective. All instructions included for students to engage and followed with 10 questions they will need to answer. This can be a group activity as well.
Author Mitchell Zuvela
Tags Applied Math, Cups Of Fun, Math Project, Fractions, Ratios
Garden Design Project Based Learning Activity
Math, Graphing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Activities, Projects
This resource is a Garden Design Project Based Learning Activity. Students will focus on size, space and area/perimeter requirements of squares and rectangles. Students will love learning about gardening as they work to design their own flower beds and garden. This is a minimum 4 day project equipped with detailed instructions for each day. Tips for printing and differentiation are included.
Author Hey Teacher Shoppe
Tags Project Based Learning, Garden Design, Graphing, Measurements, Landscape Design Worksheets
Credit Card Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Projects
Diving into the world of consumer math and understanding how credit cards work can be quite a challenge, especially for younger students who might not have any firsthand experience. This teaching resource simplifies the complexity surrounding credit cards, giving students an informed perspective on their usage, advantages, and potential pitfalls: Credit Card Project Geared towards middle and high school students, this Credit Card Project resource offers a straightforward view of several key aspects: The mechanics of how credit cards operate. Insight into how credit card companies generate revenue. The processes of making payments and understanding the billing cycle . Tips and guidance on using credit cards responsibly. To make the learning process engaging, this package is designed as a project containing a series of worksheets. These worksheets are complemented by informative videos about credit cards, and a sample credit card statement to help students visualize real-world applications. Additionally, to assist educators in assessing the students' understanding and engagement with the project, a rubric is provided. Whether you wish to integrate this resource into your classroom activities or assign it as a home-based project, its flexible structure allows for both. It serves as an invaluable introduction to credit cards, equipping students with knowledge that is crucial as they step into adulthood. For educators who want to ensure that the content aligns with their teaching methods or specific classroom requirements, the entire project is editable. This customization feature ensures that the material remains relevant and adaptable to diverse student needs and academic levels. If you're an educator aiming to impart practical knowledge about credit cards to your students in a concise and clear manner, this resource will certainly serve as a robust tool in achieving that objective. By the end of the project, students will not only have a foundational understanding of credit cards but also be better prepared for the financial choices they'll make in the real world.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Credit Cards, Consumer Math, Finances, Financial Literacy, Project, Small Group, Quiz, Reflection, Google Slides
Estimating Crowd Sizes using Jacob's Method
Math, Statistics, Grade 7, Activities, Projects
This investigation focuses on estimating the size crowds or even large collections of objects using some very basic mathematics. Jacob's Method of counting large crowds involves creating a grid that divides a given area into equal size squares. An estimate is made by counting the number of people in a few squares, then multiply the average obtained by the number of squares in the grid. What would happen if you use different size grids ? How do the estimates compare between pupils ? Could you get a more accurate estimate if you took all the estimates in the class and calculated th average? These and many more questions are presented on the worksheet provided along with a number of pictures of multiple objects and crowds with & without prepared grids for printing or viewing on a computer screen. This activity encourages sharing and comparing of data, refining methods of collection of the data and discussion about the accuracy and limitations of the method used. The package includes: Teachers Guidance Notes An introduction into Jacob's Method and a guide to the Worksheets Estimation Worksheet A Worksheet for the students on how to use Jacob's Method and record the data. A list of questions for discussion. Estimation Crowds To be used as a starter with the student's Estimation Worksheet containing 2 crowds of different densities. Pupils begin by guessing the size of each crowd, then estimate with a 6 square grid & 24 square grid using Jacob's Method. Estimation Samples 1 and 2 14 pictures to choose from all of which have a fairly even distribution: crowds of people, tomatoes,stars, trees, bricks, flowers, balloons, birds and more. Pupils estimate with no grid, a 6 square grid & 24 square grid, and are encouraged to experiment further with other grid sizes of their own. Estimation Sample 3 7 more pictures to choose from, but this time the distribution of the populations are not so even or regular, so its more challenging and opens up more questions. They include a football crowd, bubbles, two other crowds, a shoal of fish and a herd of wildebeast. There is lots to practice with & an excellent topic for critical thinking without the need for advanced math and can be extended into investigating bias in crowd counting. Note: All the documents are printable. To view the sample populations with the grids on a computer you will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader on a PC or Mac. Common Core Links at 7th Grade CCSS7.SP.A.1 Understand that statistics can be used to gain information about a population by examining a sample of the population; generalizations about a population from a sample are valid only if the sample is representative of that population. Understand that random sampling tends to produce representative samples and support valid inferences. CCSS7.SP.A.2 Use data from a random sample to draw inferences about a population with an unknown characteristic of interest. Generate multiple samples (or simulated samples) of the same size to gauge the variation in estimates or predictions. For example, estimate the mean word length in a book by randomly sampling words from the book; predict the winner of a school election based on randomly sampled survey data. Gauge how far off the estimate or prediction might be.
Author Jeff's Notebooks
Tags Math, Statistic, Data Collection, Estimating, Estimating Crowds, Jacob's Method, Estimating Population Size, Math Investigation, Jeff's Notebooks, Data Handling, Estimating Crowd Size, Crowd Size Estimation
Statistics: Calculating Results
Math, Statistics, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects
Statistics: Calculating Results A unique teaching resource designed to aid middle and high school educators in teaching the value of thorough research and understanding statistical accuracy. This tool is most appropriate for grades 8 through 11, focusing on Math - specifically Statistics. Statistics: Calculating Results integrates real-life investigations with mathematical truths, aiming to help students discern true from false information they encounter online. A Hands-On Approach Activity The resource provides a hands-on approach that actively encourages student participation in data collection. Such fieldwork helps foster engagement and practical application of learning outside the classroom's environment, giving math principles real-world context. Upon completion of this exercise, students can compile their collected data together with those gathered by classmates. This collective task enables them to establish a definitive declaration about their findings concerning the conducted experiment . This educational activity prioritizes fostering an analytical mindset as much as it does solving equations. About The Repository Contents The repository consists of four pages including one page where students note down collected data from respondents; The remaining two pages offer comprehensive explanations supported by examples which assist teachers instructing these studies more effectively. Flexibility And Convenience: This activity can be implemented during classroom instruction for group work or independently assigned for homework – offering flexibility in pedagogical approaches. This tool comes in Word document file format allowing teachers to modify or adjust it according to each class's needs while retaining its core educational value.
Author The Education Lab
Tags Statistics, Data Analysis, Research, Misinformation, Real-world Application
Financial Literacy: My Budget Project for Elementary (Gr 3-6)
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Multiplication and Division, Division, Subtraction, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
Here’s a realistic and engaging way to teach upper elementary pupils in grades 3-6 about budgeting while introducing some basic financial literacy too! How to Use : 1) Each student will be assigned a monthly budget (from $1,700 all the way to $5,000). 2) They select one of three options (low, medium, pricey) for each spending category: housing, eating, transportation, technology, & clothing. They might find that they have to change their choices as they move through the process. Making sacrifices is part of budgeting in real life too! 3) Students add up the amounts they spend and calculate how much they can save per month (and throughout the entire year). 4) They pick what luxury option they would save for over time: a car, a video game system, a vacation, or a house. This lesson is full of fun and bright visuals and charts that are well-organized to ensure that this math learning is accessible to all the students in your class! Math skills needed : Addition - up to 1,000 Subtraction - 4-digit numbers Multiplication - 4-digit numbers by 12 Grades to Use With: This lessons is designed to be accessible to younger students in the elementary years (grades 3-6) because it uses simple math skills and bright and engaging visuals. It could also be an excellent resource for a high school special education classroom! What's Included: A total of 10 pages: Title Page Different Student Budgets to Assign Student Title Page Budget Spreadsheet 5 pages of options (housing, eating, transportation, technology, and clothing) Savings Spreadsheet If you enjoy this project, please check out other math and financial literacy activities in my store: Grace Under Pressure ! I strive to help students see how the math skills they learn in the classroom are super helpful in everyday life! Back to School Budget Activity Halloween Budget Activity My Party Budget: Decimals and Percentages Practice
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Budget Project, Spending, Saving, Budget, Rent, Groceries, Shopping, Transportation, Banking
Addition Fluency Creativity
Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities, Projects
Addition Fluency Craftivity Developed by: I Heart Grade 3 Team Best suited for: Grades 1 through 4 Addition Fluency Craftivity is an innovative and interactive solution created to bolster basic addition skills in primary schooling. By learning addition, children will ultimately strengthen their overall mathematics mastery. This resource targets essential fact fluency, pushing beyond the ordinary by incorporating a physical element. Pretending each mastered number adds a "scoop" onto an ice cream cone, students can visually chart their mathematical journey - thus amplifying motivation and understanding simultaneously. Suitability & Usage: Easily integrated within classrooms or homes alike; adaptable to both group or solo educational sessions. Made versatile enough for early elementary stages, primarily Grades 1 to 4. Diversification & Customisation Benefits: The craftivity includes two different ice cream cone templates along with scoop representations for all numbers from zero up till ten - acknowledging that every learner is unique and requires personalized resources. A Valuable Asset To Education: This isn't just another pedagogical product; Addition Fluency Craftivitity serves as a creative hook inviting young learners into deeper numerical comprehension. Order your printable PDF today – enriching mathematical comprehension has never been so enjoyable!
Author I Heart Grade 3
Tags Addition Fluency, Math Skills, Craftivity, Ice Cream Cone, Progress Tracking
Entrepreneur Fair: Start a Business Mini-Unit Grades 4-6
Life Studies, Math, Money, Finance, Business, Career, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities, Projects
This Entrepreneur Fair Mini Unit is completely ready-to-go for your intermediate or middle school classroom. It walks students through the entire process of starting a small business step-by-step. Use it over several weeks, culminating with an Entrepreneur Fair in your classroom where students can buy each other's products and services. This will be the kind of hands-on, applicable learning students don't soon forget! How to Use: Print a booklet (double-sided) for each student with pages 2-7. Print a single page 8 for each student. o What is an Entrepreneur?: Read through as a class and give students time to research entrepreneurs. Decide if students will work independently or in pairs or small groups. o Brainstorming a Product or Service: Support your students as they complete the mind-map to think of a product or service they could sell. Ask questions to get them thinking of ideas. Once they have decided, they complete the page to draw and describe their idea. o Costs to Start a Business: Model a sample product and its costs, then let your students complete this task for their business idea. Encourage them to recycle and reuse items whenever possible: the less they spend, the more profit they can make! o Making the Product: Remind your students about writing instructions. They can include temporal words like first, next, and finally. Then give them class time to make products (some can also be done at home). Decide how much money your students will bring to the fair (and if you will use real money or pretend). I recommend $5. Students need to know this before they can price their item. o Pricing: Give students time to price their product and explain their rationale. o Advertising: Students will create advertisements for their products. You could bring in magazines or show online ads to notice key features: bright, happy, aspirational images with short, catchy phrases and features. You can post the ads around the classroom before the fair. Give students the pretend money (or they bring real money from home) and let them shop for each other’s items. They can make change and keep a tally of sales. o Calculating Profit: Walk students through the profit calculation step-by-step. o Reflection: Finally, give students time to reflect on the entire process.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Entrepreneur, Entrepreneur Fair, Business, Sale, Money Math, Small Business, Economics, Profit, Mini Unit, Genius Hour
Room Renovation Project
Life Studies, Finance, Home Economics, Math, Money, Geometry, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
The Room Renovation Project The Room Renovation Project is a teaching resource uniquely designed to help students appreciate and utilize basic math concepts in practical, real-world situations. Targeted towards grade 5-12 educators in the spheres of Math and Life Studies, this resource presents an interactive way to teach important subjects such as finance, home economics, geometry and more. An engaging scenario: The project sparks interest by presenting a creative scenario - winning the lottery and remodeling their bedroom. However, students must prove they can plan smartly and make informed decisions about expenses during this renovation journey.This hands-on project notably turns mathematical learning into an intriguing venture that keeps learners engrossed from start to finish. Diverse steps: Blueprint creation for room layout design; Color selection & flooring choices requiring careful calculations for budget considerations; Furniture selection within allowed expenditure limits; 3D room modeling giving life to 2D plans through virtual reality. In each step students grasp important arithmetic skills while handling budgets and measuring; geometric principles which help them contemplate room dimensions or decide where to place what furniture item; comprehension of budgeting concepts introducing them consumer mathematics realities at an early age. Beyond Mathematics: This Room Renovation Project breaks disciplinary boundaries by introducing the integration of technology into everyday tasks - Google Slides forms a major part of project execution. It is highly likely that organizational skills taught via tracking expenses or ensuring feasible design plans will become lifelong habits for many. In Summary - A Versatile Teaching Tool: Above all else stands its adaptability feature making the Room Renovation Project appealing on different fronts – variations according to teaching environments possible due to accompanying editable files combined with traditional paper tasks or digital execution on Google Slides if needed. Not just a task of turning around bedrooms using given lottery winnings intelligently. This ingenious educational tool helps underscore students the omnipresence of mathematics even where least expected making it an indispensable part of life.
Author Mister G's Teacher Shop
Tags Room Renovation, Math Education, Practical Application, Budgeting Skills, Geometry Principles