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I have over 25 years of experience working with and encouraging high school students to be successful in math! I have taught everything from Pre-Algebra concepts to Pre-Calculus and every student from the Pre-AP high achievers to those that are repeating a course.
I love getting the average student to realize that they can be good at math, that it isn't a horrible thing, and actually enjoy coming to class!
If you have any questions about any of the resources in my store, please let me know by asking a question (under the "ask a question tab") or send an email directly to <strong>SecondaryMathSolutions@gmail.com</strong>.
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Functions, Domain & Range, Function Notation Practice
This is a double-sided practice page over Functions, Domain & Range and Function Notation. The front (12 questions) asks the student to determine whether a given graph (discrete or continuous) is a function or not. Then they are to find the domain and range of each. On the back, the student is given a linear equation and asked to find a table of values and then a graph. Then find the domain and range. The bottom asks them to find specific values in function notation from an equation. Key incl
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8.5.G
, MA.8-9.A1.12.A
, MA.8-9.A1.12.B
Also included in:Â Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Graphing Lines in Slope-Intercept Form Practice
This is a one-sided practice page on graphing lines in slope-intercept form. There are 15 practice problems designed for the beginning grapher. Almost all of the equations are in y = mx + b format. The student first identifies m and b from the equation then uses them to graph. The two special cases are included and only a few equations need some "adjustment" such as 3y = 6x. Key included. Also available: Graphing Lines in Slope-Intercept Form NotesGraphing Lines Partner Activity Task Cards© 2015
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.3.C
Also included in:Â Linear Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Graphing Absolute Value Functions Coloring Activity
This is a double sided practice page on graphing absolute value functions with transformations. TEKS Aligned: A2.2A, A2.6C The student first identifies the vertex and transformations of 9 absolute value functions. Next, they graph all 9 functions on the same large graph paper creating a stained glass design. Finally, they color in the design. For fun, the student can try to find and identify 5 different shapes in the resulting design such as triangles, quadrilaterals, pentagons, etc. Key inclu
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
TEKS
MA.9-12.A2.2.A
, MA.9-12.A2.6.C
Also included in:Â Algebra 2 Curriculum - Texas TEKS Aligned
Back to School (Pre-Algebra Review Concepts) Foldable
What concepts do you review the first week back to school in Algebra 1? Combining Like Terms?the Distributive Property?Evaluating Expressions? This is a foldable designed to review all of these concepts plus more the first days or so of Algebra 1. Other concepts included are: Plotting PointsExponent Basics (student defines exponent, labels a schematic with coefficient, base and exponent, evaluates a few expressions with exponents and rewrites expressions involving exponents), Order of Operat
7th - 10th
Algebra, Order of Operations
Also included in:Â Back to School Bundle (Pre-Algebra Review Materials) - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Functions Review Activity
This is a review activity for a Functions Unit that covers the following topics: functions or notfinding function values from a function or a graph in function notationidentifying the domain and range of discrete and continuous graphs, a mapping, a table and a real-world situation. The student visits several stations posted around the room covering most of the topics and then works some additional problems on paper to finish up the review. 14 pages. Key included. Related resources that you migh
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
CCSS, TEKS
8.F.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
 +4
Also included in:Â Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Functions or Not, Domain and Range Activity Cards
This is a set of 30 relations, one per 8-1/2 by 11 sheet of paper/cardstock. Some of the relations are functions; some are not. The relations come in 4 formats: graphs (both discrete and continuous), tables, mappings, and sets of ordered pairs. TEKS Aligned: A12A, 8.5G I use these cards in multiple ways to ask the students if each relation is a function or not and what is it's domain and/or range. Here are some suggestions for use: You could post them around the roomI have stood at the door,
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Mental Math
TEKS
MA.8.5.G
, MA.8-9.A1.12.A
Also included in:Â Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Function Notation Coloring Activity
This is a fun coloring activity over finding function values using function notation. On the first 12 questions, the student is given an equation written in function notation and is asked to find a function value written in function notation. Functions range from easy such as f(x) = 3x, to more difficult: 3 - 5x or -x^2. 8 more questions follow where the student is given a graph and asked to find the function values written in function notation from the graph. Next they use their answers to co
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.12.B
Also included in:Â Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Functions, Domain & Range Project
This is a project-based assessment covering Functional Relationships, Independent/Dependent Variables and Domain/Range. The student is given a scenario such as "Jacob charges $6 per hour to haul junk". The student is asked to determine the ind/dep variables, create a table of values, determine whether the scenario represents a functional relationship or not (they all do), determine whether the graph would be discrete or continuous, and then find the domain and range. Finally, they are asked to
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.2.A
, MA.8-9.A1.12.A
, MA.8-9.A1.12.B
Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides Coloring Activity
This is a fun coloring activity over Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides. TEKS Aligned: 8.8c This coloring page contains 12 equations with variables on both sides. The student does not need to use the distributive property or combine like terms. Once the student solves the equation, they find their answer in the tessellation design and color it. Answers are similar to make the activity more difficult. Room to show work is included. All solutions are integers. Coloring is engaging an
7th - 9th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8.8.C
Independent and Dependent Variables Activity (Amazing Race)
This is an amazing race activity over Identifying Independent and Dependent Variables. There are 8 scenarios such as "Chloe charges $12 per hour for babysitting". The scenarios are posted around the room. The scenario is on the outside and the question and answer choices are located underneath the flap. The student is asked to identify either the independent or dependent variable in each situation. There are 4 answer choices. The student picks the one they think is correct and records the corr
6th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
Algebra 1 Projects Bundle
This is a bundle of 12 Algebra Projects. You can buy all twelve here at a reduced price instead of buying them individually in my store. Great for project-based assessment or alternate assessment! The 12 projects are: Defining Algebra ProjectFunctions, Independent/Dependent Variables, Domain/Range ProjectSlope in Real-life Project Linear Functions ProjectA Linear Function Written 3 Ways ProjectSystems of Equations ProjectInequalities ProjectExponents Project - only available in this bundle
7th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
Quadratic Transformations Digital Drag & Drop Activity - Distance Learning
This drag & drop activity for use with Google Slides is great for distance learning or one-to-one classrooms! This is an activity designed to provide the student with practice over quadratic transformations: up, down, right, left, wider, narrower and flip over the x-axis. TEKS Aligned: A7C Twelve graphs are included (2 per slide). Each graph contains the quadratic parent function graphed as a dotted line and another quadratic. The student drags and drops the rectangle containing the correc
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.7.C
Also included in:Â Algebra 1 Digital Resources Bundle - Distance Learning
Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring Digital Drag & Drop Activity
This drag & drop activity for use with Google Slides is great for distance learning or one-to-one classrooms! Students will solve 15 quadratic equations by factoring. The correct answer is at the top of one of the rectangles. Once they find that rectangle, they drag & drop it into place. The next question is at the bottom of that rectangle. They continue in this manner solving equations and placing the rectangles in the correct spots, following the arrows until they get to the end. Stude
7th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.8.A
Also included in:Â Algebra 1 Digital Resources Bundle - Distance Learning
Vertex Form (of a Quadratic) Notes & Practice
This is a double-sided notes page on Vertex Form of Quadratic Functions. TEKS Aligned: A6B The notes begin with the vertex form equation and defining (h, k), (x, y) and "a". Next, four examples are provided where the student is given a quadratic function in vertex notation and has to identify the vertex and whether the parabola opens up or down. Then, they sketch a graph of the quadratic. Next, steps and a worked example are provided to show the student how to write the equation of a quadratic
8th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.6.B
Also included in:Â Quadratic Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Linear Equations Review
This is a double-sided comprehensive review page with 22 questions over the following topics: converting from standard form to slope-intercept formfinding the slope and intercepts from a graph or from an equation in standard formlinear transformationswriting equations of lines given such info as a graph, a table of values, a line that it is parallel or perpendicular to, a point and a slope (including the 2 special cases), 2 points on the line and an equation in point-slope formgraphing a line i
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.2.B
, MA.8-9.A1.2.C
, MA.8-9.A1.2.E
 +5
Also included in:Â Linear Functions Unit Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum
Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying & Dividing Radicals Notes
This is a double-sided notes page over working with radicals. The notes teach the student how to add, subtract, multiply and divide (including rationalizing the denominator) radicals. Each section tells the student how to complete the operation and then provides two worked out examples with explanations. Each section then provides the student with two examples that they can try. Key included. Complete this concept with my:Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying & Dividing Radicals PracticeRadicals Fli
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
Also included in:Â Algebra 1 Guided Notes Bundle Texas TEKS Aligned
Algebra 1 Curriculum - Texas TEKS Aligned
A full year's worth of Algebra 1 Curriculum specifically written for the 9th grade Algebra 1 student! 12 Complete Unit Bundles containing a variety of resources including: notespracticetons of activities to keep them engaged! (escape rooms, foldables, cut & paste, coloring, group & partner, etc.)quizzes2 forms of a cumulative testand even a lesson plan!Everything is done for you in these complete unit bundles! Check out the units below and click their links for more information. Each unit bund
9th
Algebra, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.1.A
, MA.8-9.A1.1.B
, MA.8-9.A1.1.C
 +53
Quadratic Transformations Activity
This is an activity designed to provide the student with practice over quadratic transformations: up, down, right, left, wider, narrower and flip over the x-axis. TEKS Aligned: A7C Twelve graphs are provided (2 per 8-1/2 x 11 page). Each graph contains the quadratic parent function graphed as a dotted line and another quadratic. On the student answer document, the student records the transformation of the graph as compared to the parent function and then writes the equation of the quadratic.
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
TEKS
MA.8-9.A1.7.C
Also included in:Â Algebra 1 Curriculum - Activities Only Bundle
Composition of Functions Notes
This is a set of 2 double-sided notes pages over Composition of Functions. TEKS Aligned: 2A.2D The first set of notes introduces the topic of finding composite functions with adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing 2 functions and multiplying a function by a scalar. A place for the student to take notes and work an example is included followed by 6 more examples. Next, the student evaluates these same compositions with 6 guided examples and 3 independent practice examples. The second set
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.9-12.A2.2.D
Also included in:Â Algebra 2 Curriculum - Texas TEKS Aligned
Writing Linear Equations from Tables Notes & Practice
Writing Equations of the form y = mx + b from tables. This is a one-sided notes page on how to write linear equations from tables. There are nine examples. In some of the examples, the y-intercept is missing, so the student needs to extend the pattern in the table to find it. In other examples, points are missing and so there seems to be no pattern. Also included is an independent practice page with 9 more questions that can be assigned for homework. Key included. Also available: Writing Equ
8th - 9th
Algebra, Applied Math, Other (Math)
TEKS
MA.8.5.B
, MA.8.5.I
Also included in:Â Linear Functions Unit Bundle for 8th Grade Texas TEKS Aligned Curriculum
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About the store
Experience
I have over 25 years of experience working with and encouraging high school students to be successful in math! I have taught everything from Pre-Algebra concepts to Pre-Calculus and every student from the Pre-AP high achievers to those that are repeating a course.
I love getting the average student to realize that they can be good at math, that it isn't a horrible thing, and actually enjoy coming to class!
If you have any questions about any of the resources in my store, please let me know by asking a question (under the "ask a question tab") or send an email directly to <strong>SecondaryMathSolutions@gmail.com</strong>.
Teaching style
My goal is to make math easy to learn by making it engaging and fun with foldables, activities and games. In addition, I tend to make notes and practice sheets that are very focused on the specific skill or skills (sometimes pre-requisite) that need to be developed so that the student can be successful. My resources reflect this.
In addition, the students that I teach are on-level or below and usually struggle with math and/or don't like it. My approach is to start with where they are and what they know and bring them up from there.
My resources reflect this and do not contain too many tricky numbers or super high-level questions because I want to keep them engaged and feeling successful. Finally, I try to vary the approach and not do the same thing from day to day (notes, game, activity, foldable, etc.). Therefore, my store contains a variety of resources for each unit.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Who's Who Among America's High School Teachers, nominated 3 times by students;
Team Leader;
Teacher of the Month;
Instructional Specialist;
Academic Specialist & Math Interventionist
My own education history
Bachelors in Mathematics from the University of North Texas;
M.Ed from the University of Texas A & M - Commerce
Additional biographical information
Math is beautiful and is all around us! Let's get our students to love math as well!
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