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Students can quickly learn how to find the mean, median, mode, or range of a set of data, but they have a harder time understanding when to use t...
This is a student-centered, hands-on activity that guides students through the collection of data (experimental probability). They conduct events...
This is an organized list of questions that help students respond to literature using the seven reading comprehension strategies (based on Mosaic...
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This is a handout to explain Greatest Common Factor and Least Common Multiple to students. It has room for notes, and practice problems.
Students play this game in groups. They choose 6 dominoes, and count the dots. Then, they find the mean, median, mode and range of their numbers....
This has been my students' favorite project this year. The whole point is to have students use the geometric terms that they've learned in a crea...
This place value chart spans from the trillions to the millionths place. It is geared for middle school students or higher. It gives examples o...
This is a review over Chapter 2 in my pre-algebra textbook. It covers concepts like combining like terms (without integers), distributive propert...
This is the packet I give to my students on the first day of school. While it is specific to me and my class (it has my name in it), it can be ed...
This handout guides students through making/reading tree diagrams to solve problems involving combining different items. It also explains the cou...
This is a handout that reviews the many problem solving strategies (Draw a diagram; guess and check; look for patterns, write an equation, etc), ...
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In this activity, each letter of the alphabet is assigned a certain value. Students are given a Halloween related word, and need to add up the va...
The students use this graphic organizer to keep track of the important elements of fiction while they read a novel. You can use it as a "book rep...
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This 3 page document has a variety of compound event problems. It has built-in differentiation because the problems get progressively harder. The...
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My students use this graphic organizer to write how they spend a typical school day. I have them collect data before they use this sheet. Then, t...
This worksheet has 14 problems where students need to find the percent of change between two numbers. There are three levels: level one has 9 pro...
This is a Math Interest Survey that the students can take at the beginning of a class. The students mark their feelings about 25 statements. Stud...
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I used these handouts after I had taught permutations. It's an introduction to combinations, and the difference between permutations and combinat...
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twilliams0421
Thanks!
June 18, 2013
Vickie Baker
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June 1, 2013
mmunoz702
Great resource!
May 25, 2013
deedeeswann
I am so excited to use this with my students for their last full week of school.
May 22, 2013
gjohnson73
always need more word problems
May 19, 2013
harrietturner59
Nice!
May 18, 2013
harrietturner59
Nice reading log
May 18, 2013
Jessica Betterton (TpT Seller)
My students love hands-on stuff, so they really liked this activity. I used two days to fully go over things with them.
May 15, 2013
kimb3r12
Great resource! Thanks for sharing
May 15, 2013
jhea4585
Great, thanks so much!
May 11, 2013
Hummingbirds
Great stuff. Thanks for helping an overworked teacher!
May 8, 2013
mstradford
Great worksheet!
May 7, 2013
erinlynn112281
Thanks great product.
May 7, 2013
lynnross
This worked well. Thanks!
May 6, 2013
jhea4585
Good stuff, easy and straight forward for my students to understand.
April 30, 2013
conelldox
Worked nicely!
April 29, 2013
Kelli Smart
Thank you!
April 29, 2013
jweiss
Love how it includes the major shapes, perimeter and area!
April 25, 2013
mmunoz702
Good resource
April 23, 2013
mmunoz702
Good resource
April 23, 2013
amathis15
Great problems:)
April 19, 2013
Numbers Rule My World (TpT Seller)
Looks great! Can't wait to use this next year with my students. Thanks!
April 18, 2013
Daily Dose Of Math Lady (TpT Seller)
This piece is really top notch! I love your directions of "show your work in an organized way" b/c those are my expectations as well! The layout and amount of space for each problem really help stress the importance of showing all three steps when using formulas! You sold me...I'm now a follower! Thanks!
April 11, 2013
katrina1
Such a time saver! Thanks!
April 9, 2013
123me
this sheet is exactly what i was looking for to help my son with angles vocabulary!
April 9, 2013
breezylabree
Thank you!
April 7, 2013
eilsel
My students will love this
April 7, 2013
mmunoz702
Great resource
April 5, 2013
janmccance
Great project idea! I can hardly wait to use it. Thanks for sharing!
April 4, 2013
janmccance
Nice product!
April 4, 2013
janmccance
My gifted students love a challenge. I can't wait to let them try this problem. Thanks for sharing!
April 4, 2013
Jacqueline Helton
Loved this..
April 3, 2013
ebryan
I used this for my 8th grade pre-algebra class. It offered great review on the front and practice on the back for composite figures.
I do wish I was able to modify some of the numbers for my lower students.
I do wish I was able to modify some of the numbers for my lower students.
April 3, 2013
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I'm happy to send you the Microsoft Word version. I find that the Word formatting can get messed up, which is why I sell things in PDF format. If you provide me your email, I will send you the Microsoft Word 2007 version, which you can edit.
April 3, 2013 
7children
Very good help for me!
March 26, 2013
tamfoster
Thanks!
March 14, 2013
pattypate13
My students loved this activity!!
March 10, 2013
jdgrover
This little booklet was perfect for reviewing ratios and rates with my 6th graders. Thanks.
March 8, 2013
kalbus
Fun game!
March 8, 2013
misskelly15
Did it yesterday with my third graders. Went soooo well! Thanks!
March 7, 2013
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knaidel re: Solving Two Step Equations with a Do/Undo chart
Love the worksheet, would love it even more with an explanation of how it is used. I get the idea and really like the concept but could use some tips re. how you introduce this to students.
June 10, 2013
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
When students are solving two-step equations for the first time, they are often unclear on which number to “undo” first. I’ve tried a variety of tricks, but the do/undo chart works very well for many of the kids. They use the scaffold for a couple days, and then they are able to do the same steps in their heads. What I like about the do/undo chart is that it connects solving equations to the Order of Operations.
This is one way to present it:
1. Start off by reviewing order of operations with various problems. Then, write a problem on the board, like 15(3) + 9 = 54. Ask if it is true or false, and to explain the steps of proving that it is true (multiply 15 times three first, then add 9, which does in fact equal 54).
2. Then, write the equation 12x + 8 = 92. Highlight the variable. Discuss whether or not they can use order of operations to solve it (they can’t because they can’t multiply first, because they don’t know the value of x).
3. I explain that when there is a variable in an equation, you can’t follow the order of operations, so we have to treat it more like a mystery. I emphasize that we have to “undo” everything that should be done (or has been done to the variable). It’s a mystery…we’re finding an unknown, so we have to work backwards to discover what the variable’s solution is.
4. I introduce the DO/UNDO T-chart. I say that it is just a tool that helps us keep track of how to undo the equation which solves the mystery. I tell them that we’ll only use it for a day or two, and that after that it’s optional. We’re still using the 12x + 8 = 92 equation.
5. Starting on the DO side, I ask, “If we could, what would we DO first in the equation (using order of operations). “ Or, another way I’ve presented it is “What has been done to the variable?” The answer is “multiply by 12), which is what I write in the chart under the DO part. x12
6. I ask, “What would be done next?” or… “What has been done to the variable next?” The answer is ADD 8. I write that in the chart under x12.
7. Now that we have written the two steps in the DO side, I explain that we can solve the mystery by UNDOING these steps. I tell them to put their pencils on the Star…because that is where they need to STARt. They look at the DO side, which says +8. I ask how to undo it, and they say -8, which we write down. That is the first step to solve the equation, so I have them do that step on the actual equation. They subtract 8 from both sides (which they already know from solving one-step equations). Then we move to the next DO/UNDO step. Since it says x12 in the DO side, then need to write /12 in the UNDO side, and then divide by 12 on both sides of the equation. They are left with x = 7, which is the solution.
So, the DO/UNDO chart helps students identify what has been done to the variable, and how to undo it. It helps to explain to them that solving an equation is using Order of operations backwards, because we’re undoing a problem…solving a mystery. It also helps if they know that the order of the steps matters. If they had divided by 12 first, and then subtracted 8, they would have gotten an incorrect answer. The chart helps them know which step to do first until it becomes more automatic.
Finally, it’s good to give them equations with simple math, but also harder math. If all the equations are too simple, they hate having to show their steps. One year I gave them really difficult numbers (big numbers or with decimals) but let them use calculators to do the calculations as long as they showed their steps. It worked well…they were so happy that they didn’t have to do the math, they were willing to show their steps. They also couldn’t use mental math to solve the problem before they started.
This is one way to present it:
1. Start off by reviewing order of operations with various problems. Then, write a problem on the board, like 15(3) + 9 = 54. Ask if it is true or false, and to explain the steps of proving that it is true (multiply 15 times three first, then add 9, which does in fact equal 54).
2. Then, write the equation 12x + 8 = 92. Highlight the variable. Discuss whether or not they can use order of operations to solve it (they can’t because they can’t multiply first, because they don’t know the value of x).
3. I explain that when there is a variable in an equation, you can’t follow the order of operations, so we have to treat it more like a mystery. I emphasize that we have to “undo” everything that should be done (or has been done to the variable). It’s a mystery…we’re finding an unknown, so we have to work backwards to discover what the variable’s solution is.
4. I introduce the DO/UNDO T-chart. I say that it is just a tool that helps us keep track of how to undo the equation which solves the mystery. I tell them that we’ll only use it for a day or two, and that after that it’s optional. We’re still using the 12x + 8 = 92 equation.
5. Starting on the DO side, I ask, “If we could, what would we DO first in the equation (using order of operations). “ Or, another way I’ve presented it is “What has been done to the variable?” The answer is “multiply by 12), which is what I write in the chart under the DO part. x12
6. I ask, “What would be done next?” or… “What has been done to the variable next?” The answer is ADD 8. I write that in the chart under x12.
7. Now that we have written the two steps in the DO side, I explain that we can solve the mystery by UNDOING these steps. I tell them to put their pencils on the Star…because that is where they need to STARt. They look at the DO side, which says +8. I ask how to undo it, and they say -8, which we write down. That is the first step to solve the equation, so I have them do that step on the actual equation. They subtract 8 from both sides (which they already know from solving one-step equations). Then we move to the next DO/UNDO step. Since it says x12 in the DO side, then need to write /12 in the UNDO side, and then divide by 12 on both sides of the equation. They are left with x = 7, which is the solution.
So, the DO/UNDO chart helps students identify what has been done to the variable, and how to undo it. It helps to explain to them that solving an equation is using Order of operations backwards, because we’re undoing a problem…solving a mystery. It also helps if they know that the order of the steps matters. If they had divided by 12 first, and then subtracted 8, they would have gotten an incorrect answer. The chart helps them know which step to do first until it becomes more automatic.
Finally, it’s good to give them equations with simple math, but also harder math. If all the equations are too simple, they hate having to show their steps. One year I gave them really difficult numbers (big numbers or with decimals) but let them use calculators to do the calculations as long as they showed their steps. It worked well…they were so happy that they didn’t have to do the math, they were willing to show their steps. They also couldn’t use mental math to solve the problem before they started.
June 10, 2013
rhopf re: Geometry Town Project: Using Geometric Vocabulary to Design a Map
How long does it usually take your class to complete?
April 18, 2013
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I gave them two class periods for their rough draft, and then it was homework due the next day. I told them they could ask me process questions, but all content had to be found from their math notes, or from talking to peers. There were some GREAT discussions when they can work together/near each other. It really promoted vocabulary. On day 3, they did peer review/edit. Then I gave them 5 nights (over a weekend) for the final project (no time in class).
April 18, 2013
mmunoz702 re: Probability: A Unit Assessment
Is there an answer sheet?
April 7, 2013
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
There is not an answer sheet included right now. I will try to scan it in and add it to the PDF.
April 7, 2013
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
Hi there,
Yes, there is an answer key on page two. I can also send it to you as a pdf if the formatting comes out weird when you download it.
Yes, there is an answer key on page two. I can also send it to you as a pdf if the formatting comes out weird when you download it.
November 19, 2012
Englishr re: Sold
Hi there, I just tried to place an order of 16 of your Sold books, but am having a problem. I could not press a quantity button for 16, so I pressed the order button 16 individual times! The problem is that the shipping came to $40.00! Could you please assist?
Thanks,
Rebecca English
givethanks1031@gmail.com
Thanks,
Rebecca English
givethanks1031@gmail.com
August 16, 2012
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I relisted it as a bundle, so it says 1 item for $47.40, but that includes all 16 books (the price reflects the 15% discount that I offered on the day you tried to purchase it). I have changed shipping to be $15.00 USPS priority mail, but I can also reduce the price to $10 if you don't mind Media Mail. Just let me know. I hope I was able to get back to you soon enough!
August 18, 2012
Englishr re: Sold
How many copies do you have of Sold?
Englishr@godwinschools.org
Englishr@godwinschools.org
June 1, 2012
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I don't really have an answer key for that activity because the answers vary on a couple of the problems. I know I kept a copy of one of my student's worksheets; I can scan it into my computer and email it to you if you'd like. I wouldn't be able to do it until Monday the 7th.
May 6, 2012
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
Gosh, I'm not exactly sure. I know I have 15 for sale on this site, but it looks like you can only add one at a time. Have you tried to add more than one to your cart? Maybe you can add all 15, but you need to do it one at a time? I will lower the shipping rate to $2.50 per book, so the total price per book will be $6.00, which seems to beat Amazon's price. If that doesn't work, email me at hodovance@gmail.com, and we can figure out how to get them all shipped to you.
April 10, 2012
Amy Straw (TpT Seller) re: Sold
Do you still have some available? I would love to get whatever you have left...
April 5, 2012
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I'm sorry -- I didn't have internet access during my Easter break. I have all 16 copies available.
April 8, 2012
Englishr re: Sold
How many Sold books do you currently have? I'm going to be teaching a multi-cultural literature class for at-risk high school students.
Are there any other classroom sets/titles that you may have?
Englishr@godwinschools.org
Are there any other classroom sets/titles that you may have?
Englishr@godwinschools.org
January 12, 2012
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
I believe I still have 16 copies of the book, although it might be 15. I could double check tomorrow. I don't have any other novels that I'm selling right now. Thanks.
January 12, 2012
Nappygal re: Sold
how many copies are available?
thanks, rosanna
thanks, rosanna
July 11, 2011
lorieleamiller re: Understanding Angles: A Coloring Activity!
How did you color the complementary angles on the "understanding angles" worksheet?
September 22, 2010
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
Hi there,
If I recall, I believe I had them do some rainbow-style layering...so there was a lot of color because there are so many angles that are complementary.
If I recall, I believe I had them do some rainbow-style layering...so there was a lot of color because there are so many angles that are complementary.
September 22, 2010
Gail Neufeld re: Understanding Angles: A Coloring Activity!
I can't tell if my message went through: I love the idea of your worksheet. It would be improved if it had a title. Is that something you can add?
September 6, 2010
Shawna H (TpT Seller)
Hi there,
I just resaved it as a Word 2007 document, so you can add/revise your own title. I also added a quick one. Thanks.
I just resaved it as a Word 2007 document, so you can add/revise your own title. I also added a quick one. Thanks.
September 6, 2010
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I've taught a variety of subjects and grades, including eight years at 4/5, two years teaching middle school Language Arts, and this is my 4th year teaching 7th grade Math and Pre-algebra.
MY TEACHING STYLE
Balance ~ Student discovery, problem solving, hands-on, basic skills, relevance, real life application, and high interest.
HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT
Nominee: Yavapai County Teacher of the Year, Intermediate Grades
MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
BA in Anthropology, Pomona College MA in Education, UCSC
ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Yet to be added
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