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Tessellations are shapes which fitted together leave no unfilled spaces. We see this all around us in mosaics, floor ...
Looking for novel way to get your middle school students excited about math and statistics?!
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I have listed six of the many short labs we do in my Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 classes. These labs take little or no set up with only a few basic...
This plan includes a 30-slide PowerPoint, student table and answer key, video, and instructions. I have had lots of success teaching and reviewin...
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This is a fun, interactive way to review State Testing Objectives. Not only do students get to move around, they get to work as a team to practic...
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This is a simple and complete way to introduce right triangles and area that helps students "Discover" the Pythagorean Theorem. Using the detaile...
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CANDY and MUSIC, what a great way to get kids motivated about MATHMATICS! I have used this lesson in my middle school class room for many years w...
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This activity is an organized way to have students translate between various representations of a linear function (COMMON CORE F8.2; F8.3 and ALG...
Are you having trouble engaging your adolescent students in authentic, real-world, high-level, critical thinking projects? Do you need a great di...
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In this file you will receive a dynamic PowerPoint and a worksheet that students can use with the PowerPoint. The topics cover finding slope and ...
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Are you looking for a unique way to engage your students in authentic math concepts using real-world data that will blow their socks off? If so, ...
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COMMON CORE: Translate between various forms of a linear equation
Middle School students like to move around and work in groups! We know this,...
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I love to use this PowerPoint on my new Smart Board! It allows students (or teacher) to add real numbers to a blank and building Venn diagram. Th...
This is another part of our team's "Chinese Museum" created for our International Fair. This PowerPoint provides a glimpse of ancient Chinese fan...
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This practice opportunity offers students a chance to solve systems of equations with graphing, elimination or substitution methods (students' ch...
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This activity is an organized way for students to translate between various representations of a linear function (COMMON CORE F8.2; F8.3 and ALGE...
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For more than a hundred Christmases, the nutcracker has been one of our most beloved Yuletide characters. His touching story is an enchanting one...
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This PowerPoint covers all types of geometric intersections using basic figures and today's most popular logos. The lesson can be used as guided ...
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Basic Polar Graphing: An engaging, fun lesson for Middle Schoolers (They will even ask for MORE!)
I used this to motivate and engage my 8th grad...
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Students of all ages LOVE this project. It is a combination of world studies, visual art, creative writing, resea...
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FEEDBACK
anedved
I liked the resource! Thanks for the foldable
April 28, 2013
tsene
Great whole-class review!
April 28, 2013
amy1922
Classes liked this activity!
April 25, 2013
ShelleySorenson
Can't wait to use it
April 23, 2013
nmedjesky
Can't wait to try this
April 23, 2013
paulplusbelinda
Awesome
April 14, 2013
BPBoyer
good
April 11, 2013
Gwendolyn Huggins (TpT Seller)
A good opportunity for students to get up and share with a partner.
April 10, 2013
janmccance
Great resource!
April 4, 2013
reedd82
Excellent way to practice this useful skill.
March 22, 2013
teachmehowtoALGE (TpT Seller)
This is a AWESOME resource!
4 STARS AND A NEW FOLLOWER!
Hope you get a chance to stop by my store!
J
4 STARS AND A NEW FOLLOWER!
Hope you get a chance to stop by my store!
J
March 14, 2013
thdemary
Activities with food are always a success!
March 13, 2013
Kimgoeglein
awesome! tx!
March 12, 2013
kap076
Students loved this activity
March 10, 2013
dmoses24
I thought this activity was awesome. I modified it for a superbowl activity, but I thought it was well put together and very engaging. Thank you!
February 26, 2013
jcesario
Good ideas!
February 24, 2013
ladyschezar
I was looking for an activity that would really engage my kids.....and this is it!!
February 20, 2013
bltct
SO much fun while learning.
February 18, 2013
bltct
Fun Friday lesson
February 18, 2013
Deborah Ricco
This looks like so muc fun! Thanks for sharing.
February 13, 2013
brapha
cannot wait to use!!!
February 10, 2013
Teacher6B
nice job
February 4, 2013
amytice
looking forward to doing this something fun for the kids!
February 3, 2013
jnwild
Love it! Thank you!
January 31, 2013
Jennifer Long
Will use for intervention students.
January 30, 2013
Bernadette Lange (TpT Seller)
Loved it! Unfortunately, not all your topics are Indiana's state standards.
Great job though!
Great job though!
January 30, 2013
donnamsmith
An awesome idea, thanks for sharing.
January 29, 2013
jnwild
Great examples! Thank you!
January 29, 2013
Wendy Clark
Very nice template!!! Kids loved using it with a partner.
January 28, 2013
StephanyGriffin
My students loved this activity! Thank you!
January 23, 2013
jnwild
Good quick review for my students.
January 22, 2013
sam lashlee (TpT Seller)
Thank you for this resource. So many of my students can not get the fact that there are different forms. Please check out my site and let me know what else I can post that will help you out
January 16, 2013
BPBoyer
used n loved
January 16, 2013
BPBoyer
Interesting~~
January 13, 2013
BPBoyer
Kids loved it!!
January 13, 2013
paulplusbelinda
Excellent
January 12, 2013
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
Mariel Stein (TpT Seller) re: Are You Ready for Some FOOTBALL? (Middle School MATH Project)
Hey thanks so much your answer was very helpful! Do you by any chance have an example of a daily plan you used with this lesson? The resources are great I'm just a little lost on how to implement this on a day-to-day basis.
I'm definitely going to use it!!!
I'm definitely going to use it!!!
April 2, 2013
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
I don't have a daily plan to share. Once I introduce the project, the kids kinda take over. I give limited amounts of time in class to complete it, but I listen to the students interactions or questions because I may need to re-teach a concept during bellwork. I always have several examples to show the students and that helps.
April 2, 2013
Mariel Stein (TpT Seller) re: Are You Ready for Some FOOTBALL? (Middle School MATH Project)
Hey I just downloaded your project and it looks SO COOL! I teach all boys for math and they're obsessed with football but so bored with math so I'm INCREDIBLY EXCITED to use this in my classroom! I have a few questions though.
1) The project addresses multiple standards in math - while I have taught a good portion of these standards, there are some that I haven't. Do I need to explicitly teach these standards before starting the project?
2) How long should I block out for this project? How much time per day and how much time overall? My math block is 1.5-2 hours (depending on the day) and I have two months left in the school year so I'm trying to long-term plan now.
Thank you for this great project!!!
Mariel
1) The project addresses multiple standards in math - while I have taught a good portion of these standards, there are some that I haven't. Do I need to explicitly teach these standards before starting the project?
2) How long should I block out for this project? How much time per day and how much time overall? My math block is 1.5-2 hours (depending on the day) and I have two months left in the school year so I'm trying to long-term plan now.
Thank you for this great project!!!
Mariel
March 19, 2013
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
VERY COOL!!
1) Sometimes I teach the concepts before the project, and sometimes I teach a concept then add a layer to the project. I like both ways. If I want the students to be more independent, I teach before then introduce the entire project. I've had a lot of success doing it in layers though- it tends to slow down the students, but the overall project is usually better.
2) When I first introduce the project it takes a while to show examples and talk about how to make up a team, budgeting, etc. I teach 50 minute periods so the introduction takes at least that long. After the kids get the jist of the project, I allow about 20-30 minutes for several days. Sometimes it takes a week sometimes two. I teach a wide range of students with varying abilities - it's different every year. One thing remains the same - the kids (especially boys) get SUPER excited about it and talk about it all year! I had a group of ELL students ask to do soccer last year and all the kids thought it was cool.
THANKS and ENJOY!
1) Sometimes I teach the concepts before the project, and sometimes I teach a concept then add a layer to the project. I like both ways. If I want the students to be more independent, I teach before then introduce the entire project. I've had a lot of success doing it in layers though- it tends to slow down the students, but the overall project is usually better.
2) When I first introduce the project it takes a while to show examples and talk about how to make up a team, budgeting, etc. I teach 50 minute periods so the introduction takes at least that long. After the kids get the jist of the project, I allow about 20-30 minutes for several days. Sometimes it takes a week sometimes two. I teach a wide range of students with varying abilities - it's different every year. One thing remains the same - the kids (especially boys) get SUPER excited about it and talk about it all year! I had a group of ELL students ask to do soccer last year and all the kids thought it was cool.
THANKS and ENJOY!
March 19, 2013
hayleyjanerichards re: Tantalizing TESSELLATIONS (Back to School or Review)
this document wont download?
March 17, 2013
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
Hello! I've re-uploaded the word file. I can change it to a pdf and send it to you directly if this doesn't work. I used the word file so that the document may be revised to fit your needs. Please let me know if this doesn't fix it. THANKS so much!!
March 18, 2013
suzbmac re: MATH BASKETBALL: Standardized Test Review for 8th Grade Pre-Algebra
I purchased your math basketball review powerpoint but am unable to successfully download it to my computer. I own Microsoft Office 2010, so the format of the file should not be a problem. Any ideas so that I can make use of the file I purchased?
Suzanne
Suzanne
February 3, 2013
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
Oh no!!! I'll look into the problem. You're the first to encounter an issue that I know of. I will let you know what I find out! I do not use office 2010, but as you indicated this shouldn't be a problem. I'll try and upload again to be sure. THANKS! (I'm with students all day so it may take a little time - sorry!)
February 4, 2013
Elias Robles III (TpT Seller)
Hey, I noticed that I needed to change something on the cypher Point slope worksheet what you purchased. May I have your email so once I fix it, I can send it to you? My Email is realmathcomics@yahoo.com
January 24, 2013
mellwanger re: Taking Stock in the Stock Market! (MATH and So Much More!)
Does this teach about the stock market realistically? I teach 10th grade econ and want them to learn about the market more than math skills..
Thanks,
ME
Thanks,
ME
October 11, 2012
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
I use this with my 7th and 8th grade math students. It touches on basic ideas, but it really is a fun way to introduce the stock market to kids that have no prior information. I hope this helps. Thank you.
October 12, 2012
MaryMath (TpT Seller)
I always wondered who said that!!
My favorite "Ben Franklin".
I have told my students that saying 500 times.
I saw it on a Bulletin Board once..
I will be following you for sure!!
Mary
My favorite "Ben Franklin".
I have told my students that saying 500 times.
I saw it on a Bulletin Board once..
I will be following you for sure!!
Mary
December 8, 2011
enar222 re: "Lollipop" STATISTICS
Hi, I needa lesson on data statistics and anaylsis.I was wondering if you could tell me if this would be of good use.
November 19, 2011
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
This lesson is more about the collection of data than the analysis. The students create a frequency table then use the collected data to create a histogram. If you are looking for more analysis, it would have to be added. I hope this helps.
November 20, 2011
GoBeavers re: Unit Prices in the Real World: "Let's Go Shopping!"
Is there a way I can get this without having a zip drive? I am unable to download "let's go Shopping" that I recently purachsed.
October 30, 2011
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
Sure! I'll email the original files. I just need your email address. Thanks!
Nov. 1
Were you able to open the file? Let me know if I need to send the file. I just need your email address. THANKS.
Nov. 1
Were you able to open the file? Let me know if I need to send the file. I just need your email address. THANKS.
November 1, 2011
Jen Brown (TpT Seller)
Hi! Thanks for all your sweet comments on my items. Hope they work out in your class! I just wanted to share my blog. On Thursdays I am posting ideas, games, activities, etc for teaching (with lots of freebies!) and I bet you could use a bunch of them! Here is the link and I hope you check it out!
Have a great night and a great week at school!
Jen
http://lilmoptop.blogspot.com/search/label/Teaching%20Thursdays
Have a great night and a great week at school!
Jen
http://lilmoptop.blogspot.com/search/label/Teaching%20Thursdays
August 28, 2011
The Enlightened Elephant (TpT Seller) re: MATH : IDEAS for Hands-On Mini Activities in Middle School!
Just wondering why this is only $.99?
August 3, 2011
COOL Algebra (TpT Seller)
I'm very NEW at this! I'm learning how to price things. This is what I consider a list of ideas, good information, but did not take much of my time to compile. Thank you for the question - I do undervalue my work sometimes. :)
August 4, 2011
Derrick Brown (TpT Seller)
Hi Betty,
Thanks for rating "The Big Picture"! It is a work that is near and dear to my heart, so I am glad that somebody else likes it, too!
I see that you are an engineer-turned-educator - so am I! I started following you yesterday!
Take Care,
Derrick
Thanks for rating "The Big Picture"! It is a work that is near and dear to my heart, so I am glad that somebody else likes it, too!
I see that you are an engineer-turned-educator - so am I! I started following you yesterday!
Take Care,
Derrick
June 13, 2011
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I've been teaching mathematics, international studies, and media design since 1998 in an urban district located in the southeast region of the USA. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as an electrical engineer for several years.
MY TEACHING STYLE
I have a laid back approach to math. My goals are to instill an appreciation of mathematics, and to show a connection to the "real-world". With my engineering background, I am very much pro TECHNOLOGY.
HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT
TrailBlazer Award 2003 IEEE President & Advisor 1994-2001 "Wackiest" Teacher Award 2002 Technology "Academy Awards"(1st Place 2004 & 2005) Star of the Month Team Leader Math Department Chair
MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
BSEE - University of Memphis MAT - University of Memphis
ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Work Experience: Terex Corporation 1995-1998 Craigmont Middle (Memphis City)1998 - present
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