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8th Grade Word Problems
Provide eighth graders with word problems that involve geometry, functions, and complex algebraic concepts. These worksheets bridge the gap to high school mathematics. Use them to ensure readiness and build confidence.
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11 SUBTRACTION WORKSHEETS for TRACING | SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special Resources, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Subtraction, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Hello° Thank you for being here, in my store. 1. Brief introduction: The name of the document is "11 subtraction worksheets from 0 to 10, with the answers available to plot" 2. Product Description: This product has been designed for all children in general, but especially for special education children, who need to learn mathematics and be able to achieve a goal by reviewing the answer to each exercise. You will also find the available worksheets for the subtraction tables from 0 to 10, so your student will be able to enjoy complete learning. 3. Benefits of using this product: Worksheets have multiple benefits: - They help improve the economic performance of students. - They promote student learning. - They help students develop their cognitive processes. - They help students evaluate their own learning. 4. Number of pages contained in this document: This educational document is made up of 11 cards, therefore this document contains 11 pages. 5. Topic addressed in this document: The topic to be addressed in this document is about subtraction. 6. Children's ages in which it can be applied: This document is aimed at children from 4 to 8 years old who are already available to perform subtraction exercises. 7. Version in which this resource is found: This document is available in PDF, A4 size. 8. How it should be printed: This document can be printed as it is, because the cards have the perfect size, both for the numbers and enough space for the children to trace the answers. 9. Standards based on which this resource was developed: This document has not been prepared based on any specific standard. 10. Author and credit: The author of these sheets is EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS. 11. Free or paid? These tokens are paid. Thank you for supporting my work.
Author EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS
Tags SUBTRACTION, Subtraction Worksheets, Subtraction Exercises, Subtraction For Kids
Heart Words | Fry’s Fifth 100 | Build Your Own Flash Card Set
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Phonics, Vocabulary, Spelling, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards
These digital flash cards don't just show Fry's Fifth 100 Sight Words. They also display so-called "Heart Words". These are words that don't use the phonics rules that one might expect when reading and trying to pronounce the word. But this is not all. Also blends, digraphs, trigraphs, double consonants and many more phonetic elements are separately highlighted in each component of this resource. There are several parts to this resource. Please check out the screenshots on this page to get a better idea of the aesthetics of this resource. The included components are: 1. Digital Flash Cards (Digital PDF) This activity is offered in a PDf-Format. Simply use the arrow keys to navigate through the slides. 2. Build Your Own Set (PowerPoint) This activity comes in a PowerPoint format. This allows you to pick and choose the cards that you like to create your very own set. Just copy and paste the slides in whichever order you prefer. 3. Printable Flash Cards (Printable PDF) The same card that are featured in the previous activity also come in a printable format. Again, this is a PDF-File. Just print, laminate, and cut the cards, and you'll be ready to go! 4. Vocabulary List 1 (Printable PDF) This list shows all of Fry's Fifth 100 Sight Words in alphabetical order. The words are color coded so you can see from which set it originates. 5. Vocabulary List 2 (Printable PDF) This list shows all of Fry's Fifth 100 Sight Words in order of frequency. All the words are divided in 5 groups of 20 words. They have the same color code as the ones in the previously discussed list. If you have any comments, suggestions, or questions, feel free to contact me at toms.talk.resources@gmail.com Wishing you lots of fun with this resource!
Author Tom's Talk
Tags Fry, Fry's, Fry's Sight Words, Flash Cards, Flashcards, Sight Words, Printable, PDF, PPT, PowerPoint
FREE MINIBOOK | TRACING THE LETTERS OF THE ALPHABET
ELA, Language Development, Writing, Special Resources, Elementary, Early Learning, Adult Education, High School, Homeschool Resources, Middle School, Not Grade Specific, Pre-K, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Teacher Tools
FREE MINIBOOK FOR TRACING THE LETTERS OF THE ALPHABET INTRODUCTION: THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS We are an educational corporation that is dedicated to the development of fabulous resources for mathematics, literacy, as well as resources for teaching Spanish and brain exercises. MAIN INFORMATION: 1. Why should teachers use educational material in the classroom? As is known, educational material helps students build their knowledge autonomously and, above all, in an unforgettable way. 2. What is the name of this document? This document is titled "Educational material for children" 3. What topic will be addressed in this resource? This document will address an educational topic that every child should learn in a basic way. 4. For what ages is it recommended? This set of educational sheets is recommended for children in general who are in the learning age and these sheets will be of great help to them. 5. Who is the author of this document? The author, who was in charge of producing and compiling this educational material, is EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS. COMPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 6. Is it available in color or black/white? This document and/or set of educational sheets is available in color and also in certain parts contains black and white, however it is generally suggested that the teaching material be designed in color so that it is much more attractive for your students, awakening their attention and interest. 7. In what version is it available? This document is available in PDF version, A4 size, because we consider that this size is the original and most common standard. 8. Editable/Non-Editable: This educational document and/or set of educational sheets is not editable, because this way you will be able to use it much more easily. 9. Age at which it can be applied: This educational resource can be applied to children of all ages, that is, students from 3 to 12 years old, who must acquire some basic knowledge that thanks to this document they will be able to address. 10. Tags or keywords that describe the content: didactic material, teaching sheets, material for children, printable educational material, printable material.
Author EDITORIAL ARENAS EDUCATIVAS
Tags TRACING, TRACING LETTERS, FREE, FREE RESOURCES, ALPHABET, ABECEDARY
Probability Word Problems Middle School Probability of Compound Events
Math, Statistics, Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Grade 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
This middle school (grades 6-8) probability lesson and worksheet has three parts to help your class understand the probability of compound events (2 events that both occur but do not affect one another) and how to write probabilities as decimals and percentages. How it Works: There are two "casino games" presented. Each has two steps and specific rules. 1) Students first determine the theoretical probability (in fractions, decimals, or percents) of the casino game that has a spinner and a die and three different outcomes. 2) Students next determine the theoretical probability (in fractions, decimals or percents) of the casino game that has a penny and a die and three different outcomes. 3) Finally, students will compare the two games and pick which game they would choose to play using their math calculations as justification. Students can use fractions, decimals, or percents to figure out the theoretical probabilities from these two games. They will notice that all the outcomes in one game will always add to 1.00 or 100% This lesson is specifically created to target 7th Grade Statistics Learning Outcomes 7.SP.C.5 and 7.SP.C.8 What's Included: 5 Page PDF- Ready to Print and Use! - Teacher Instructions - 3-Page Student Worksheet with 2 Casino Games, Calculation Tables, and Written Reflection - COMPLETE ANSWER KEY INCLUDED If you like this activity, check out other probability options in my store! Middle School Math Stations or Centers for Statistics and Probability: Grades 5-8 These 5 math stations are a great way to help your students prepare for a unit test. They involve statistics and probability including working with dice, finding mode, median and mean, and creating simple graphs. Theoretical and Experimental Probability: Hands-On Math Task with Fractions and Percentages Here's a super low-prep probability experiment you can perform in your classroom, and easily tie into percentage math skills as well!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Probability Word Problems, Probability Worksheet, Probability Of Compound Events, Probability, Compound Events, Middle School Probability, Fractions, Decimals
Critical Thinking: Math in the Media: Finding Errors
Social Studies, History, Psychology, Math, Statistics, Place Value, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Critical Thinking: Math in the Media: Finding Errors Witness your students transform into math detectives with this fun educational tool! Students can practice both math skills and media literacy at the same time as they read real headlines and try to decide if they make sense mathematically. This unique teaching resource uses real headlines and quotes taken directly from various media sources. It presents learners with an opportunity to scrutinize these bits of information for mathematical inaccuracies. How to Use: Teachers can project these pages on an interactive whiteboard or print them out as worksheets—providing flexibility to adapt the delivery according to classroom needs or personal preferences. Allow students to work together in small groups or pairs to look at the headlines and decide if there are any math errors. Students need to explain what the error is if they find one. Topics covered include large numbers, percentages, and large number multiplication (in the millions). Come back together as a class to discuss and share ideas. You could have individual students come up to the board to explain their thought process and strategies. You could use several headlines in one lesson, or use them one at a time as a warm-up or hook for your math class. An extension is provided for students to find (or create) their own headlines. You could have each student do this and present one each day for several weeks. Grades to Use With: These are designed to be used in middle school classrooms in grades 6-9 to enhance media literacy, critical thinking skills, and application of math skills. Math skills used include percentages, large numbers, and decimal millions. What's Included: A total of 10 pages: Title Page Instruction Page 6 Headlines (one per page): 4 have errors and 2 do not Extension Page: Find your own headline! Answer Key
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Critical Thinking, Percentage, Large Numbers, Word Problems, Math, Media, Media Literacy, Applied Math, Real World Math, Math Prompt
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 3
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Math, Money, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 3 This 192-question Special Education life skills activity teaches grade 7-9 students to calculate tips, apply sales tax, and determine total meal costs using six standard restaurant breakfast and lunch menus. Students will: - Calculate meal costs with 2, 3, and 4 menu items - Apply sales tax to meal costs - Calculate tips Use this printable worksheet one-on-one or in special education classes to develop essential real-world math and money management abilities. It includes step-by-step instructions, questions, answers, graphics, and ideas for implementation. Excellent for IEP goal setting and measuring progress in money math. Engage students with this highly interactive life skills activity!
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Adults, Life Skills For Teens, Autism And Money Skills
20 Logic Puzzles for Grades 5-8
STEM, Math, Science, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Games, Activities, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Word Problems, Worksheets & Printables
Unlocking Logic: 20 Engaging Puzzles for Grades 5–8 is an entertaining and difficult set of brainteasers created to help middle school students improve their reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. There are 20 different puzzles in this ebook, such as logic grids, magic squares, numerical patterns, riddles, code-breaking, spatial thinking, and more. Every puzzle is designed to pique students' interest and promote original thought, which makes it ideal for early finishers, homework, enrichment, and classroom use. In order to engage a diverse variety of learners and facilitate flexible use across grades 5–8, the puzzles vary in difficulty and style. Pupils are urged to work alone or in groups, experiment with different approaches, and develop resilience by tackling problems carefully. To facilitate guided conversation and self-checking, a complete answer key is supplied. Whether you're a teacher looking to inspire your class or a parent wanting to support logical thinking at home, this ebook is the perfect companion for building sharp minds—one puzzle at a time!
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
Rating
Tags Riddle, Logic, Puzzle, Quiz, Grade 5
Systems of Equations Word Problems Worksheet: Using Substitution
Math, Algebra, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
This engaging math activity allows high school students in grades 8-11 to gain a realistic understanding of solving systems of equations (with two variables and even three variables) using the substitution method. Using real-life examples including shopping, basketball scores, and even YouTube videos, your students learn a simple algebraic method of solving a system of equations: the substitution method. They also gain practice writing simple equations with variables to represent real-life word problem scenarios. There is even a more challenging system of equations with three variables included for your students who can handle an extra challenge: this one is so satisfying once they figure out how to solve it! A step-by-step sample problem that you can use as a teaching aid and a complete answer key are also included so that this lesson requires no prep! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for students in grades 8-11 in regular middle or high school math classes. It may also be used with students in high school special education classes who are able to access some algebra topics. Standards: CCSS8.EE.C.8b Algebraically solve systems of equations with two equations and two variables. CCSS8.EE.C.8c Solve realistic and mathematical problems involving two linear equations with two variables. CCSSHSA-REI.C.6 Solve systems of linear equations exactly (focusing on pairs of linear equations with two variables). What's Included: A total of 5 pages in PDF Format: 3 page worksheet with step-by-step sample question 2 page answer key If you enjoy this math assignment, check out other real-world math activities in my store: Household Budget Project: Taxes, Insurance, Loans, Groceries, and More! Decimal Operations Assessment: Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide Financial Literacy: Vacation Math Project Two Step Equations Worksheet: Real-World Two Step Equations Exponent Board Game: A Great Way to Practice Using Exponents Algebra: Modelling Equations Visual Balance Scale Worksheet
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Systems Of Equations, Algebra, Solving Equations, Real-life Equations, Substitution, Substitution Method, Algebra Substitution, Systems Of Equations Word Problems, Systems Of Equations Worksheet
Writing and Solving Multi-Step Equations Word Problems Pixel Art
Math, Algebra, Grade 8, 9, 10, Word Problems, Worksheets & Printables
Self-Checking, Multi-Step Equation Word Problems This engaging no-prep resource is designed for eighth grade students to provide them a way to practice writing and solving multi-step equations from word problems. There are twenty logic puzzles that are paired with a fun anecdote. While students work the problems, they will discover pixels of an image, this will keep them engaged and want to finish the work so they can see the picture. The self-checking function encourages independent work, allowing mistakes to bubble up and be corrected with less teacher involvement. This digital activity is designed to review linear equations and keep your students involved and willing to learn. Why you need it: Zero Prep: just copy the link and send it to your students. They will be ready to start working immediately. Self-Checking for Independent Learning: Students receive instantaneous feedback after each question; if the answer is wrong, nothing shows up, and they can't go to the next question. In other words, students learn independently, build confidence, and ask for help only when they really need it. Pixel Art Keeps Students Engaged: Every single correct answer reveals part of a pixel art image, making math practice a fun and interactive challenge. The idea of this visual reward system keeps students motivated. Humor Meets Learning: Each word problem is accompanied by a joke that makes the math practice not so boring. It is a perfect way to keep students entertained while working through challenging multi-step equations. Versatile for Any Learning Environment: Classroom use, homework, test review, or math centers-this binder-free resource smoothly transitions into any environment you see best. Moreover, it is perfect for sub plans; your kids are sure to learn something even when you're not there. What's Included: 20 Multi-Step Equations Word Problems: Thoughtfully designed for 8th grade. Printable Handouts and Task Cards: Insert these printables for independent activities, group work, or learning stations. The task cards are perfect to get your students moving while learning or working in centers. Detailed Solutions Included: Each problem has a detailed solution so the students can easily check their work or the teacher can quickly review answers. Interactive Digital Format: This resource is flexible to fit your classroom needs-printed or used digitally. This Multi-Step Equations Word Problems Pixel Art activity is designed to make life easier. With the self-checking format, students can work at their own pace and seek help only when they need it, freeing you to give targeted guidance as they master these foundational math concepts. Jokes, colorful pixel art, and the autonomy of self-checking tasks are sure to make this an enjoyable activity for students.
Author Matemaths
Tags Matemaths, Algebra, Equations, Pixel Art, Word Problems, Multi Step
Percent Word Problems: Calculating Taxes, Tips, Sale Prices Worksheets
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Fractions, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
Percent Math Lesson: Calculating Taxes, Tips, and Sale Prices Here's a ready-to-go lesson for your middle school math unit on percentages. It encourages students to use multiple methods and mental math when calculating the tax, tip, or sale price for everyday transactions. This is one of the times you can easily say to your students, "You will use this math regularly in your life!" How to Use: Start with the handout, which goes through three simple methods for calculating percentages. Benchmark: An easy calculation strategy using familiar percentages like 1%, 10%, and 50%. Decimals: Calculating involves multiplying the amount by its matching decimal form percentage. Fractions: Division based on fraction equivalents is used for identifying certain percentage amounts. Tell your students that certain methods work best for certain situations. For example, the fraction method is great for 50% or 25% off. The benchmark method is easy when calculating a 10% tip. The decimal method works great for calculating 12% tax. Next, students have six real world math problems to tackle involving taxes, tips, and sale prices. They can use any of the strategies to solve any of the problems- they should choose the one that is the easiest to use for each scenario! Students can work individually or in pairs or small groups collaboratively. Grades to Use With: This lesson is perfect for grade 7 classes that are working on Proportional Relationships to solve multistep problems. It could also be used for enrichment in grade 6 or for a review and lesson about multiple strategies in grades 8 and 9. Finally, it could be used in high school special education classrooms. What's Included: Ready-to-print 5 Page PDF with a title page, handout, 2 pages of practice questions, and a complete answer key! If you like this percentage activity, check out others in my store: Math Stations: Percent, Decimals and Fractions Visual Math: Percentages, Decimals, Ratios and Fractions Posters Grocery Store Shopping: Price Comparisons
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Percent Calculations, Real-world Math, Percentages, Financial Literacy, Mental Math, Fractions, Decimals, Budget, Percent, Percent Word Problems
Percent and Decimal Word Problems: Property Taxes Life Skills
Life Studies, Home Economics, Finance, Math, Decimals, Percentages, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Problems
Property Taxes: What they are, rates around the world, what they are used for, and how to calculate them! A great way to practice percent to decimal conversions, decimal operations, and rate and ratio learning! This two-page life skills and math worksheet is a quick and easy personal financial literacy activity for your middle or high school students. The Handout portion introduces your students to: Important vocabulary and definitions: property tax and a home’s assessed value. A variety of global property tax rates (ranging from 0.08% – 2.64%) in locations in the United States, Canada, and even Europe. A prompt about why rates vary (lower rates where property is expensive and higher rates where property is cheaper) is also included. What the money collected from property tax revenues is used for: from schools to sewers and roads to emergency services including fire fighters. The Worksheet portion has real-world math practice for your class: Students are taught how they can calculate an annual property tax amount using percentages converted to decimals. First, they practice converting between percents and decimals. Then, they multiply a home's assessed value by the property tax percentage (written as a decimal) in the municipality. 10 practice math questions are included for your students to work on. Finally, they will research the local property tax rate in their area: great real-life learning! A COMPLETE ANSWER KEY INCLUDED- so there is no guesswork when marking! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for any students in grades 7-12 who understand percent to decimal conversions, ratios and rates, and decimal operations (specifically multiplying a large number by a decimal). It could be used in high school family and consumer science class, business or economics, applied math, or even life skills classes. If you enjoy this lesson, check out others in my store: Income Tax Sales Tax Capital Gains Tax
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Percent Word Problems, Decimal Word Problems, Taxes, Property Tax, Family Consumer Sciences, Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Personal Finance, Home Economics, Percent Worksheet
Financial Literacy: Mortgage Effects When Interest Rates Rise
Life Studies, Special Resources, Home Economics, Finance, Math, Percentages, Multiplication and Division, Division, Multiplication, Life Skills, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Everyone is talking about rising interest rates these days. But why does it matter? Should our students learn about this? Yes! Here's a complete ready-to-go lesson for high school students in math class, life skills, home economics, or career and personal planning. It will teach them all about buying a home, getting a mortgage, and how mortgage payments are calculated using interest rates. 1) First, there is a handout explaining all the relevant home-buying vocabulary: from down payment and mortgage to interest and principal. There is a complete handout or a fill-in-the-blanks version: you choose what is best for your students! 2) Then, there is a second sheet with a sample scenario of what happens when interest rates rise and people have to renew their mortgage. This clearly shows, step by step, how mortgage payments can rise by hundreds or thousands of dollars even if you live in the exact same place. This handout also has completed or fill-in-the-blank versions for you to pick from. 3) Next, there is a matching worksheet where students match all the home buying words to their definitions. 4) Finally, there is a math worksheet for students to complete. It has 10 questions for students to calculate themselves about down payments, mortgage payments and rising interest rates. Math skills required are multiplying and dividing with numbers up to 6 digits and working with percents written as a decimal. For example calculating the interest payment on a $300,000 mortgage at 3% would be done: 300,000 x 0.03 All the questions are designed to have round numbers and simply calculations whenever possible. Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for high school students in grades 8-12: from special education to regular home economics classes. What's Included: 8 Page PDF: Title Page, 2 Pages of Handout, 2 Pages of Sample Scenario, Vocabulary Matching, Math Questions, Complete Answer Key If you enjoy this product, check out my Financial Literacy Activities like Household Budget Debit Cards vs Credit Cards Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Mortgage, High School Financial Literacy, Down Payment, Interest Rates, Economy, Rising Interest Rates, Home Ownership
High School Financial Literacy: Net Worth = Assets - Liabilities
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Addition, Subtraction, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
This 6 Page Financial Literacy PDF teaches your students about assets, liabilities, and net worth (equity). It is an easy way to get your high school students interested in personal financial literacy and building their wealth. 3 case studies are included with calculations to complete and questions to respond to. Each person has some assets and some liabilities. Students must add each of these categories up and find the difference to see how much net worth each person has. Then they need to think about what changes each person could make to their financial habits. Perhaps one person has too much debt or someone else isn't investing much even with a high income. Students can start to see how high income does not always lead to high net worth if the person spends more than they make and has debt. On the other hand, someone with a lower income can have a high net worth if they live a frugal lifestyle and save money in investments or property equity. Just because someone "looks" rich, doesn't mean that they are! Grades to Use WIth: The actual math in this assignment is quite simple: adding and subtracting numbers to the hundred thousands. Students could do the work by hand or with a calculator. Because of this, this assignment is accessible to students in grades 7-12 in regular math classes, adult education students, and high school special education students. How to Use: Introduce the vocabulary: Assets, Liabilities, and Equity on the first page and fill in the blanks together. You could do one of the case studies together as a class and assign the other two for students to complete on their own. What's Included: 6 page PDF: Title Page Introduction Page 3 Case Studies Answer Key If you enjoy this product, check out some of the other personal finance lessons in my store: Grace Under Pressure .
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Net Worth, Wealth, Assets, Budget, Finance, Personal Financial Literacy Worksheets, High School Financial Literacy, Net Worth Worksheets, Personal Finance
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
Volume of Cylinders: Middle School Geometry Word Problem: Soup Cans
Math, Geometry, Measurements, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
Here's a real world applied math example for your middle school geometry unit! It will have students calculating the area of circles, volume of cylinders, percentage reductions, and dimensions of labels (nets). Students are tasked to become a valued member of a soup company's management team. They have to determine the current volume of their soup cans, and whether an equivalent proportional reduction in height or diameter of the can will have a larger impact on the volume of soup inside. How to Use: This 3 page worksheet walks students through the process step-by-step. They sketch the current can and calculate its volume. They calculate a 10% reduction in height OR a 10% reduction in diameter of the can to see which one has a larger impact on the volume of soup inside. As an extension, they can measure out the reduced can's actual label size and design an appealing logo and image. All of the instructions are included, with space for sketches, explanations and formulae. A complete answer key is also included to eliminate any guesswork when marking! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for middle grades students in grades 6-9 who are learning about key geometry concepts: volume of 3D shapes, area of circles, ratios and proportional relationships, and creating nets from 3D shapes. It could also be used in adult education classes or some high school special education settings. What's Included: 5 Page PDF: Title Page, 2 Page Student Worksheet, Extension, Complete Answer Key If you enjoy this geometry activity, check out others in my store: Middle School Math Stations or Centers: Triangles, Area, Angles Middle School Math Stations or Centers for Area, Perimeter, and Volume Area of Triangles, Parallelograms, and Trapezoids: Jigsaw Journal Activity Relationship Between Area and Perimeter: Math Inquiry Prompt Park Design Project with Area, Perimeter, Volume, and Budgeting
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Geometry, Word Problems, Measurements, Volume Of Cylinders, Volume, Real World Math, Applied Math, Area Of Circle, Percent, Nets
Absolute Value Worksheets: Real World 6th Grade Math 6.NS.C.7.C
Math, Number Lines, Numbers, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
Absolute Value can be a tricky topic to teach. It seems so easy and simple, but students actually need a strong, conceptual understanding of it for later years in middle school and high school math, so it definitely can't be skipped or glossed over! Here's a ready-to-go lesson all about absolute value for students in 6th grade. It is designed to meet standard CCSS 6.NS.C.7.c This lesson could also be a great review for students in grades 7 or 8 or could even be used in high school special education classrooms. First, there is a simple handout that explains what absolute value is using an easy, visual analogy: a dart board. Then, there are two pages of real-world questions for students to approach using an understanding of absolute value. From bank accounts, to elevation, to temperatures, to golf games, we actually use absolute value regularly in our number system without even noticing it! These questions require students to use number lines, integers, and absolute value proficiently. Students will notice how depending on the question, you may need to use an integer or an absolute value. They will start to see how absolute value can be helpful when calculating the difference between two numbers on a number line. A complete answer key is also included! If you enjoy this product, check out other grade 6 math number system lessons in my store: Middle School Math Stations or Centers: Fraction Operations: Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide Multiplication and Division: Real Life Word Problems for Grades 4-6 Decimal Operations Assessment: Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide Middle School Math Stations or Centers: Factors, Multiples, Prime and Composite Integers and Plotting to Make Pictures in 4 Quadrant Cartesian Planes Combinations of Transformations in 4 Quadrants: Translation, Rotation, Reflection Real-Life Integers: Working with Integers and Number Lines Grade 6 Math
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Absolute Value, 6th Grade Math, Grade 6 Math, 7th Grade Math, Grade 7 Math, Number System, Number Lines, Real World Math, Word Problems, Absolute Value Worksheets
Independent & Dependent Variables in Grade 6 Math: Hockey Math
Math, Algebra, Graphing, Grade 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
Here's a ready-to-go lesson to help show your students how learning about independent and dependent variables in grade 6 math can be helpful in the real world! This lesson is all about a hockey game and the mathematical relationships that can be found there. Students are given 4 scenarios about making ice, letting in fans, collecting money for 50/50 tickets, and the profits the arena makes. For each situation, they have to complete a table of values with missing entries, graph the relationship on the provided graph (labels and scales are already filled in), create an equation with the two provided variables, and answer one or two questions. The questions increase in difficulty throughout the assignment. You could use this lesson in several ways. After teaching your students the basic vocabulary and concepts from your math program, you could cut the four scenarios up and use them as task cards or stations. Or, you could assign one problem each to small groups. Or, you could give each student the entire double-sided worksheet. This could even be used as an assessment ! What's included: 4 Page PDF: Title and Instruction Page 2 Pages of Student Questions Complete Answer Key Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for students in 6th Grade who are mastering the standard 6EE.C.9. However, it could also be a great review for students in 7th or 8th grades or it could be used in high school special education classes. If you enjoy this product, check out other 6th grade algebra activities in my store: Pre-Algebra Problem: The Wave Pool with Expressions, Tables, and Graphs Algebra: Modelling Equations: Visual Balance Scale Worksheet Exponent Board Game Or if you want more math games, check out some others in my store: Credit Score Board Game: Credit Cards, Loans, Mortgages and More: Personal Financial Literacy Bank Account Board Game: A Fun Financial Literacy Lesson for Addition, Subtraction or Integer Practice
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Independent Variable, Dependent Variable, Systems Of Equations, Graphing, Algebra, Equations, Variables, Tables, Linear Relationships, Real World Math
Scale Drawing Word Problems Digital and Printable
Math, Geometry, Measurements, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Word Problems
Engage your learners with this Scale Drawing Word Problems Activity: Digital and Printable, and drive the stress out of teaching and learning! Be it digital or paper-and-pencil classrooms, this resource will work in engaging your students, saving your preparation time, and offering them effective self-paced learning. This activity is both instructive and engaging, with 20 real-world problems involving scale drawings, area, and perimeter. With the self-checking features, students get immediate feedback and are free to work at their own pace, coming to you only when they need help. Why You Will Love This Resource ✅ No Prep Required Spend less time planning! Everything you need is ready to go, whether you're teaching online or in person. ✅ Digital and Printable Options Digital versions for online learners that are interactive. Printable worksheets and task cards for hands-on practice. ✅ Self-Checking Tools for Independent Learning Students receive immediate feedback, which builds confidence and limits disruptions. Great for stations, homework, or independent study. ✅ Engaging and Fun Real-world problems keep students engaged. Focused on practical challenges to be solved with scale drawings, measurements, and geometric concepts. What's Included? ???? 20 Word Problems Practice making scale drawings using imperial and customary measurements. Find area and perimeter of rectangles and triangles. Printable Worksheets & Task Cards Great for classroom activities, group work, or homework assignments. ✔️ Complete Solutions Clear, detailed answers for easy reference by students and teachers. Perfect for Your Classroom Grade Levels: Ideal for grade levels learning about scale drawings and the basics of geometry. Flexible Use: Great for digital, hybrid, or traditional learning environments Independent Learning: Self-paced design promotes student accountability while minimizing disruptions. Why Teachers Love It This resource is designed to make teaching easier and learning more effective. The no-prep format saves you time, while the self-checking features keep students on track. With both digital and printable options, you can tailor the activity to fit your unique teaching needs.
Author Matemaths
Tags Pixel Art, Interactive Activity, Digital Learning, Matemaths, Task Cards, Printable, Digital, Word Problems, Scale Drawing
Percent Word Problems: Tipping & Gratuities- Real World Math Worksheet
Life Studies, Home Economics, Special Resources, Life Skills, Math, Multiplication, Multiplication and Division, Percentages, Money, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Tipping is becoming more and more common and the amount you are expected to tip is increasing too. Make sure your students understand what tipping is and how to calculate a tip- useful life skills! Here’s a ready-to-print real-life percent math lesson for middle school students (in grades 6-9) or special education or life skills classes in a high school setting. Teach your class all about tipping culture and tips in both Canada and the United States. Why do people tip or give certain people a gratuity? What places do we tip? What places do we not? Has tipping been increasing recently ("tip-flation")? Show students how the math skills and concepts that they have been learning in class (percentages, decimals, division, fractions) can be useful in their everyday lives! How to Use: 1. The first page is a handout that you complete with your students (with fill-in-the-blanks) to teach them the ins and outs of tipping: where and when you do it, etc. 2. The second page teaches students two simple methods of calculating tips (using well-known percentage benchmarks OR multiplying the price by a percentage written in decimal form). Encourage your students to determine a third method they could use. 3. After that, there are 7 practice word problems of realistic tipping situations that your students can complete. From tipping for a meal to paying at a salon, or even calculating tax AND tip together, your students will get a lot of real-life practice completing these problems in small groups or own their own. 4. To finish, you can have a class discussion about tipping in general and what your students think about our system. What's Included: 6 Page PDF - Teacher Instructions - Handout with Fill-in-the-Blanks about Tipping - 3-Page Worksheet and Written Reflection - COMPLETE ANSWER KEY INCLUDED If you want more practice working with tips try these two products: Fractions for Calculating Taxes, Tips and Sales Percents for Calculating Taxes, Tips, and Sales
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Percent Word Problems, Tip, Tipping, Gratuity, How To Tip, How To Calculate A Tip, Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Personal Finance, Word Problems
Financial Literacy: Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice Activity
Special Resources, Life Studies, Life Skills, Math, Percentages, Decimals, Money, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Financial Literacy: Bank Statement and Credit Card Bill Practice Activity A useful teaching resource, this activity is designed to arm students with necessary skills around reconciling bank accounts and managing monthly expenses. This hands-on lesson promotes the understanding of financial literacy through realistic practice with everyday financial documents - namely credit card bills and checking account statements. Grades to Use With: This lesson is suitable for students in grade 7 through grade 12, depending on your situation. It can be utilized in a variety of subjects such as Career and Personal Planning, Life Skills, Home Economics, and Math. The math skills required are adding and subtracting with money amounts up the the thousands of dollars. How to Use: Students are given a sample VISA bill with entries for one month's spending. They add up their total spending, reflect on if they should pay off the entire bill each month, add up their spending in specific categories (groceries, gas), and transfer their VISA spending to their checking account to pay off the bill. Next, students are given a sample checking account for one month of spending. They must complete a math operation for each entry. Sometimes that involves adding a deposit to the balance, subtracting a withdrawal from the balance, or figuring out a transaction amount based on a given balance. You can do several entries together as a class, and then assign the rest for your students to complete. Finally, students answer questions about the monthly spending as a whole, and they decide if this person has good financial health. A complete answer key is included. What's Included: A total of 7 pages: Title Page, 3 page assignment, 3 page answer key If you enjoy this real-wold financial literacy lesson, check out others in my store! Taxes, Tips, Sales: Using Percentages in Real Life Inflation: What is it and why does it matter? Financial Literacy: Interest Rates: Lending and Borrowing Money Renting vs Buying a Home: Real-Life Math Project Income Tax: Notes and Practice Calculations Household Budget Project
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Bank Statement, Financial Literacy, Money Management, Personal Finance, Credit Card, Budget, Money, Real World Math, Life Skills, High School Life Skills
Large Number Place Value: Comparing Countries with Decimal Millions and Billions
Social Studies, Geography, Math, Addition and Subtraction, Subtraction, Decimals, Place Value, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
This activity helps reinforce large number place value using the populations of countries around the world. It is interesting and relevant for students in the intermediate or middle school grades, and it could easily tie in with social studies curriculum . If students have internet access, they can search for the population of each country independently. If not, you can find the populations and read them aloud for students to record. Then students need to work with the numbers: rounding, ordering, estimating, and calculating. This activity works well when completed in partners, small groups, or independently. Grades to Use With: This activity works well in the middle grades (from grades 4-8) or in a high school special education classroom. How to Use: Students need to find the populations of 10 countries: Turkey, Chile, Brazil, China, Canada, United States, Israel, Iceland, Ethiopia, and Mexico. They write each population in regular form and then round to decimal millions (for example 37.2 million). Next, they write the countries' populations in order from smallest to largest and answer some questions that compare the populations. They also write three of the populations in expanded form, and calculate the exact difference between two of the countries. Standards: CCSS4.NBT.A.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, using >, =, and < symbols to record the results of comparisons. CCSS4.NBT.A.3 Use place value understanding to round multi-digit whole numbers to any place. CCSS5.NBT.A.1 Recognize that in a multi-digit number, a digit in one place represents 10 times as much as it represents in the place to its right and 1/10 of what it represents in the place to its left.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Place Value, Rounding, Ordering, Expanded Form, Large Numbers, Population, World Geography, Applied Math, Math, Word Problems, Place Value Chart To Billions Pdf, Comparing A Million To A Billion, Place Value Millions, Place Values To Millions, Place Value Of Large Numbers, How Do You Compare Whole Numbers Through The Millions, Place Value Through Billion
Life Skills: Nutrition Facts Math Percentages, Ratios, Rates
Special Resources, Life Skills, Home Economics, Life Studies, Math, Percentages, Multiplication and Division, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Problems
Healthy eating is a key life skill! Do you want to teach your class how to accurately read a nutrition facts label and determine the healthy and less healthy aspects of the food choices they make? Do you want to find a way to apply the math skills you have been teaching in your middle school classroom (percentages, rates, ratios) to a real-life engaging situation? This is the lesson for you! This ready-to-print lesson for students in 5th to 8th grades includes an eye-catching one-page handout to teach students the basic vocabulary and terms included on nutrition facts labels: - absolute amount in grams or mg or mcg & percent of Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) - suggested serving size (grams) - calories - fat, protein, carbohydrates - sodium - vitamins and minerals There are three different worksheets to allow students practice the following life skills: • Determining the number of servings in a package (you mean I'm not supposed to eat the whole tub of ice cream in one sitting!?). • Calculating the amount of nutrients and calories they would get if they ate several servings (which we often do!). • Comparing sugars that are naturally occurring vs. added. • Using simple percent calculations to determine the Recommended Daily Intake of vitamins. • Comparing two similar foods (frozen yogurt vs ice cream) to see which is a healthier choice and why. And more! What's Included: 6 Page PDF Ready to Print and Use! - Title Page and Teacher Instructions - Student Handout: The Basics of Nutrition Facts Labels - Potato Chip Nutrition Facts Label (with Math Questions) - Dried Apricots Nutrition Facts Label (with Math Questions) - Ice Cream vs. Frozen Yogurt Nutrition Facts Labels (with Math Questions) - Complete Answer Key If you like this lesson, check out other grocery lessons in my store: Grocery Shopping Price Comparisons Grocery Shopping on a Budget Grocery Game
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Word Problems, Life Skills, Real World Math, Nutrition Facts, Nutrition, Nutrition Facts Label, Percentage Word Problems, Rate Word Problems, Grocery Shopping, Family Consumer Sciences
Financial Literacy: Vacation Math Project: Budgeting, Percentages, Time Zones, and More!
Life Studies, Math, Time, Decimals, Money, Measurements, Finance, Home Economics, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities, Projects
This Financial Literacy: Vacation Math Project will get students excited about using math in everyday life to plan something fun: a vacation! They will plan a personal vacation including a flight, hotel, transportation, food, attractions, shopping and insurance. You can assign students different budgets, start dates, and durations to differentiate, or give everyone the same constraints. Students will have to practice making trade-offs to stick to their budget. Six problem solving questions involving time zones suitcase weight, taxes & fees, timeline, and travel speed are also included. Student Instructions: First, choose your destination: _______________________ How far from your hometown is it? ____________________ How many time zones away from you is it? _________________ Now, research all of the costs involved in your vacation. Make sure to be specific and include all of the taxes and fees in each category too. Grades to Use With: This project is great for the middle grades (5-8) when students are learning about decimal operations, percentages, time zones, and basic speed calculations ( unit rate). It could also work well in a high school special education classroom. 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. CCSS6.RP.A.3c Find a percent of a quantity as a rate per 100 (e.g., 30% of a quantity means 30/100 times the quantity); solve problems involving finding the whole, given a part and the percent. CCSS6.RP.A.3d Use ratio reasoning to convert measurement units; manipulate and transform units appropriately when multiplying or dividing quantities. CCSSMP4 Model with mathematics. Mathematically proficient students can apply the mathematics they know to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. In early grades, this might be as simple as writing an addition equation to describe a situation. In middle grades, a student might apply proportional reasoning to plan a school event or analyze a problem in the community. For similar resources and other engaging resources, you can visit my store here!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Financial Literacy, Applied Math, Math Project, Word Problems, Time Zones, Finance, Budget, 6th Grade Math, Grade 6 Math, Budgeting Math, Plan A Vacation Project, Financial Literacy Project High School, Budgeting Word Problems
Statistics Word Problems: Compare Two Data Sets of Annual Salaries
Math, Graphing, Measurements, Statistics, Grade 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Problems
This middle school math lesson allows your students in grades 6-8 to apply the statistical skills they have been learning in class to a real-world financial literacy scenario: the annual salaries of workers who have a college degree compared to those who do not have one. It is a real world math activity that includes five worksheets all ready to go! Your students will: - Make two dot plots to display two data sets (that are included with the lesson): wages for people with a college degree and those without - Share observations about the distribution of data in each set - Calculate the mean, median and interquartile range for each data set - Draw inferences about whether there is an effect of a college education on someone's annual salary - Consider if the sample that was used is representative This lesson was designed to specifically address 7th Grade Common Core Math Standards for the Statistics and Probability strand: 7.SP.A.1 7.SP.B.3 7.SP.B.4 What's Included: 7 Page PDF- Ready to Print and Use! - Title Page with Teacher Instructions - Student Handout that has Two Data Sets (with 20 items each) - Dot Plot Worksheet (for students to graph and compare two dot plots) - 2-Page Measures of Central Tendency and Variation Worksheet - Reflection Worksheet - Answer Key If you enjoy this statistics lesson, check out other fun options in my store: Middle School Math Stations or Centers for Statistics and Probability: 5 Math Centers that are a great way to prepare for a unit test! Create Dot Plots and Histograms: 6th Grade Statistics and Graphing Practice: Students create and carry out their own survey and then graph it two ways! Identifying and Writing Statistical Questions for 6th Grade Math: Help your students learn ways to collect data and try it out!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Statistics, Compare Data Sets, Financial Literacy, Dot Plots, Statistics Word Problems, Compare Data Distributions, Mean, Median, Interquartile Range, Graphing Data
Math Journals: 20 Intermediate and Middle School Math and Critical Thinking Prompts: Geometry, Percentages, Pre-Algebra, Probability, Place Value and More!
Math, Percentages, Patterns, Decimals, Fractions, Geometry, Measurements, Place Value, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems
Encourage your middle school/intermediate math students to clearly explain their ideas about concepts (like ratio, area, and algebra) in complete sentences using appropriate vocabulary and relevant diagrams . These open-ended questions require students to explain how they figured out their answers or to judge options using their mathematic understanding. They are a great review of math concepts learned earlier in the year or in previous grades, and they allow students to practice critical thinking skills too. This bundle includes 20 journal entry topics so you can use two a month for the entire school year. You and your students can track their progress and development. The journals are not numbered, so you can use them in whatever order works best for your class. This could be a fantastic addition to your math program for the new school year! A rubric for easy marking is also included. Students are assessed on their process, vocabulary, completeness, and visuals. This allows you to easily see student progress if you assess one or two journals per term. You could also use them as artifacts for parent-teacher conferences. Topics covered: - fractions and percent: equivalent fractions, fraction and decimal relationships, division of fractions, fractions to percent, percent discounts - probability and data collection: flipping coins, surveys, experiments - geometry: area and perimeter, triangles, rotations, - pre-algebra: one-step equations, membership rates - place value: large numbers, decimals to thousandths - factors and ratios For each topic, students are encouraged to write in complete sentences and explain all of their thinking clearly and explicitly. Don't assume the teacher knows what you are thinking! They should also draw some diagrams to support their thinking. This could include area and perimeter models, fraction models, t-charts and tables, and more.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Journal, Math Journal, Intermediate Math, Word Problems, Pre-algebra, Middle School Math, Grade Six Math, Critical Thinking, Math, Percent
Ratios, Rates, Percentages Worksheets: Applied Math Housing Math
Special Resources, Life Skills, Life Studies, Home Economics, Finance, Math, Percentages, Fractions, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Worksheets
Would you like to show your middle grades students in grades 6-9 how the ratio and rate math skills (percentages, fractions, ratios, and rates) that they have been learning in the classroom can be helpful in their real lives? Would you like to incorporate more useful life skills in your math class? Then, show your students all the ways math can be used in buying and/or renting homes! This makes math meaningful and helps engage reluctant learners! What's Included: 6 pages of worksheets that are ready to print and use (great to make a booklet or mini-unit) A Complete Answer Key is Included 1) Design Your Floorplan: Students will design a simple one-storey house that includes five rooms and hallways. They will calculate what percent of the home each room occupies. 2) Down Payments: Students will calculate the down payment & mortgage loan amount for different scenarios using whole-number percents or fractions. 3) Mortgage Payments: Students will use ratios, fractions, or percentages to help calculate how much of their monthly mortgage payment will go to interest & how much will go to paying down the loan/principal. 4) Interest Rates: Students will calculate a monthly interest payment using a variety of past interest rates. They will multiply the mortgage amount owing by the percent (written as a decimal) and then divide by 12. 5) Square Foot per Person: Students will practice calculating a simple real-world rate: square feet of living space for each person in a home. This can vary a lot in different cities and with different family situations. 6) Cost per Square Foot: Students will calculate another common rate: cost per square foot. They will compare four price points for buying and four more options for renting and determine the best deal for each situation.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Ratio Worksheets, Rate Worksheets, Percent Worksheets, Percentage Worksheets, Ratios And Rates, Percent, Housing Math, Life Skills, Applied Math, Buy A House
Math Journal: Experimental Probability with Two Independent Events
ELA, Math, Percentages, Fractions, Statistics, Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Word Problems, Activities
Math Journal: Experimental Probability with Two Independent Events This resource serves as a helpful teaching tool for educators focusing on the concepts of experimental probability and theoretical probability of two independent events in middle school mathematics. It offers an engaging math journal entry exercise that allows students to explain their mathematical thinking in pictures, numbers, diagrams, and words. How to Use: Students are given the following question: You have a six-sided die and a penny. If you roll the die twice and flip the penny twice, which is more likely: to get two sixes on the die or two heads from the penny? Explain your thinking using pictures, numbers, and words. Can you figure out the percentage chance of each event happening? Give students dice, coins, and mini whiteboards to work with so they can start to test out their ideas and theories. Encourage students to tackle the penny first as there are fewer results when flipping two coins. Suggest that students work together in pairs or small groups and use a table or chart to record the experimental options that could occur. You may want to start by teaching a mini-lesson about the probability of two independent events: that one multiplies the probability of each event to determine the probability of BOTH events. Grades to Use With This resource is ideal for use with students in grades 5-9 but can also be used as special education material or enrichment content for gifted children aged between grades 4-6. Finally, it could be used in a high school special education classroom. What's Included: This two page PDF is ready to print and go! If you enjoy this math journal entry, check out my bundle of 20 Middle School Math Journal Entries or my Math Journal Rubric for easy marking. Or, explore other probability items in my store.
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Math Journal, Experimental Probability, Two Independent Events, Middle School, Probability, Dice , Coins, Chance, Middle School Math, Fractions