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Amanda has been teaching math since 2010. She has experience working with students in grades 5-12. Starting her career as an eighth grade math teacher, she has since worked as a math interventionist in grades 5-8, tutored students in grades 5-12+, and taught part-time at an alternative education high school. After teaching remotely in 2020 as a middle school math teacher, she spent two years teaching Algebra 1 and Geometry at the high school level. Amanda now works from home as a math curriculum contractor for a nonprofit assessment company with a focus on grades 3-8, continues to share ideas and resources with the Free to Discover community, and homeschools her two children. She holds a valid teaching certification spanning grades 5-12 Mathematics in New Hampshire. All of this experience has given her a broad understanding of the scope and sequence of elementary and secondary mathematics education.
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Rate of Change and Slope Scavenger Hunt Activity | Finding Slope Review Practice
Practicing rate of change and slope has never been more fun! Get students out of their seats and determining rate of change and slope with this interactive scavenger hunt. Half of the problems are strictly mathematical and half involve a real scenario. Students will practice determining rate of change given: a table, graph, set of ordered pairs, or verbal scenario All of the real scenarios involve "students per year" so that the labels are not a giveaway to the answer, yet the importance of
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.F.B.4
Parallel Lines and Transversals Activity | Parallel Lines Cut By A Transversal
Differentiation is a breeze with these parallel lines cut by transversals puzzles! Students will be able to determine angle relationships and measures when parallel lines are cut by a transversal in this think-pair-share activity. Students should have an understanding of angles vocabulary such as alternate exterior angles, alternate interior angles, corresponding angles, vertical angles, and supplementary angles. Students should also know that the interior angle sum of a triangle is 180 degree
8th - 10th
Geometry, Math
CCSS
8.G.A.5
Also included in: Angle Relationships Activities
Solving Multi Step Equations Variable on One Side Scavenger Hunt Activity
Engaging alternative to worksheet practice! Get students out of their seats and solving multistep linear equations with the variable on one side with this interactive scavenger hunt. Students practice solving equations involving the Distributive Property and/or combining like terms. All equations have the variable on one side only. All solutions involve rational numbers, including fractions and integers. There are 4 equations that involve each of the these combinations: Distributive Property
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
Middle School Math Intervention | 6th 7th 8th Grade with Skill Log & Tracking
Looking for consistent math intervention practice to help develop your students' number sense skills? Perfect for math intervention and RTI, this resource builds student confidence and increases student independence over time as they work their way through these well-organized, clear worksheets. This bundle includes Skill Drill sets for grades 6-8. How does it work?These Math Skill Drills each include 20 review topics from previous math classes. Although the topics remain the same on this spir
6th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
Solving Literal Equations Scavenger Hunt Activity
Get students out of their seats and solving literal equations with this interactive scavenger hunt. Students will practice solving for the indicated variable. Half of the expressions involve a, b, c, d and the other half involve w, x, y, z. The equations are close enough that students need to carefully solve for the indicated variable because others may look correct at first glance. Students do need to know how to factor a GCF in order to complete some of the problems. There are 12 practic
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS
HSA-CED.A.4
Also included in: Scavenger Hunts for Middle School Math Review Bundle
Adding and Subtracting Rational Numbers Task Cards Activity
Task cards are one of the most versatile tools you can use! This set gives your students meaningful practice with adding and subtracting integers, fractions, and decimals, all while keeping them engaged. Perfect for an end-of-unit review, these rational number task cards also include six real-world application problems to help students connect math to everyday life. Included in this resource:30 task cards2-page student workspaceAnswer keyTeacher's Guide with CCSS, objectives, materials, and proc
6th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
CCSS
7.NS.A.3
Comparing Linear Functions Rate of Change and Initial Value Notes & Practice
In these activities, students practice comparing linear functions. Students will be able to compare rate of change of functions represented two different ways and will be able to compare the initial value of functions represented two different ways. Students will also differentiate between proportional and non-proportional functions represented as graphs, tables, equations, and verbal scenarios. These notes and practice worksheets are differentiated based on some common needs found in the mid
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
, 8.F.A.2
Proportional Relationships Activity | Constant of Proportionality in Table Graph
Engage students in these confidence-building proportional relationships task cards! Students love checking their work as they go while practicing with proportional relationships represented as tables, graphs, set of coordinates, or real-world scenarios. By completing the practice problems on these proportional relationships task cards, students will be able to: determine if a relationship is proportional given a table, graph, or set of coordinates; identify the constant of proportionality
6th - 8th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.2a
, 7.RP.A.2b
+2
Rate of Change and Slope Activity | Finding Slope from a Graph or Table Practice
In this engaging 8th grade math or Algebra 1 activity, students will be able to determine the rate of change or slope from a description, graph, table, or set of ordered pairs modeling a linear equation. Cards 1-8: Slope from 2 Points Cards 9-16: Slope from a Graph Cards 17-24: Rate of Change from a Table Cards 25-30: Rate of Change from a Scenario Included: -30 Task Cards -Student Workspace -Answer Key -Teacher's Guide w/ CCSS, Objectives, Materials, and Procedure There are a variety of ways
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
Scatter Plot Activities Stations | Scatterplots and Line of Best Fit Predictions
These stations make great practice or review for scatter plot concepts, including determining correlation, describing relationships in bivariate data, identifying appropriate trend lines, constructing scatter plots, writing an equation for a line of fit, making predictions, and stating the meaning of the x- and y-intercept and the rate of change. Students practice by working collaboratively in groups and moving around the classroom where they find a new set of practice problems at each table.
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.SP.A.1
, 8.SP.A.2
, 8.SP.A.3
Solving Multistep Equations with Variables on Both Sides Error Analysis Activity
Students engage in higher order thinking as they analyze the demonstrated multi-step linear equation solving work. Equations include the variable on one side and the variable on both sides with 2-steps, 3-steps, or 4-steps. Includes fractions, decimals, integers, Distributive Property, combining like terms, and special solutions. Students identify and fix the error. There is usually one mistake, but there can be none or two to ensure student work is thorough. These error analysis sheets
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
7th Grade Math Review Task Cards
Students will review all major seventh grade math topics as outlined in the Common Core State Standards. These 60 task cards cover all standards and provide a thorough review of the seventh grade curriculum. Each task card is labeled with the corresponding CCSS. Perfect for standardized test prep, finals review, and eighth grade math preparation practice during the summer and fall. All problems have been created such that no calculator is necessary. Included in this product: -60 Task Cards -
7th - 8th
Math Test Prep
Two Way Tables Notes & Practice | Construct and Interpret Bivariate Data Tables
These Constructing and Interpreting Two-Way Tables notes and practice are differentiated based on some common needs found in the middle school math classroom. Modifications are considered for both struggling learners and high flyers. In these activities, students practice reading a two-way table, constructing a two-way table given four pieces of information, and beginning to look for trends in bivariate data. Differentiated Notes Include:Traditional Notes – These are basic skeletal notes. Stu
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.SP.A.4
First Day of School Logic Activities for Middle School or High School Math
Start the school year on point ✏️ with these logic challenges for secondary math. Engage your students in learning with outside-the-box first day of school activities for middle school or high school! Perfect for back to school season, these resources challenge students to think creatively while promoting number sense development, logical reasoning, real world applications, deduction skills, and team building. Includes 5 Challenges:The License Plate ChallengeThe Clock ChallengeThe Whodunnit Chal
7th - 10th
Math, Mental Math
8th Grade Math First Day of School Pre-Assessment and Post-Assessment
Getting to know your new 8th grade math students? Gather data with this first day of school assessment for 8th grade math. Perfect for the back to school season, the pre-assessment can be given early in the school year to gain data on students' baseline understanding. Later in the year students take the post-assessment to aid in measuring student growth related to the Common Core standards. Two assessments are included in this resource. The pre-assessment contains 20 multiple choice and 8 short
8th - 9th
Math
Solving Multi-Step Equations with the Variable on One Side Error Analysis
Students engage in higher order thinking as they analyze the demonstrated linear equation solving work. Equations are one-step, two-step, and multi-step—all with the variable on one side. Equations involve fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, and integers, as well as Distributive Property and combining like terms. Students identify and fix the error. There is usually one mistake, but there can be none or two to ensure student work is thorough. These error analysis sheets are perfect for
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
7.EE.B.4
Middle School Math Intervention | 5th 6th 7th 8th Grade w/ Skill Log & Tracking
Looking for consistent math intervention practice to help develop your students' number sense skills? Perfect for math intervention and RTI, this resource builds student confidence and increases student independence over time as they work their way through these well-organized, clear worksheets. This bundle includes Skill Drill sets for grades 5-8. How does it work?These Math Skill Drills each include 20 review topics from previous math classes. Although the topics remain the same on this spir
5th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Notes & Practice | Graph Equation Table Worksheets
In these activities, students practice identifying functions as linear or nonlinear. Students are given a graph, equation, or table of values and identify whether the function represented is linear or nonlinear. Nonlinear functions include absolute value, quadratic, exponential, and more. These notes and practice worksheets are differentiated based on some common needs found in the middle school math classroom. Modifications are considered for both struggling learners and high flyers. Diff
7th - 9th
Math
CCSS
8.F.A.3
8th Grade Math Review Task Cards | Algebra 1 Beginning of Year Review
Students will review all major eighth grade math topics as outlined in the Common Core State Standards. These 60 task cards cover all standards and provide a thorough review of the eighth grade curriculum. Each task card is labeled with the corresponding CCSS. Perfect for standardized test prep, finals review, and high school math preparation practice during the summer and fall. All problems have been created such that no calculator is necessary. Included in this product: -60 Task Cards -4-P
8th - 9th
Math, Math Test Prep
7th Grade Math Review Scavenger Hunt | 8th Grade First Days of School Activity
Get students out of their seats and reviewing seventh grade math with this interactive scavenger hunt. Students will review unit rates, constant of proportionality, percent proportion, rational number operations, distributive property, two-step equations and inequalities, proportionality in geometry, circumference of a circle, supplementary angles, volume of a prism, mean absolute deviation, compound probability, and sample space. Great for 7th grade end of year review or 8th grade beginning o
7th - 8th
Math
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About the store
Experience
Amanda has been teaching math since 2010. She has experience working with students in grades 5-12. Starting her career as an eighth grade math teacher, she has since worked as a math interventionist in grades 5-8, tutored students in grades 5-12+, and taught part-time at an alternative education high school. After teaching remotely in 2020 as a middle school math teacher, she spent two years teaching Algebra 1 and Geometry at the high school level. Amanda now works from home as a math curriculum contractor for a nonprofit assessment company with a focus on grades 3-8, continues to share ideas and resources with the Free to Discover community, and homeschools her two children. She holds a valid teaching certification spanning grades 5-12 Mathematics in New Hampshire. All of this experience has given her a broad understanding of the scope and sequence of elementary and secondary mathematics education.
Teaching style
Amanda describes her teaching style as BALANCED. She believes that students need to take organized notes, and they need to engage in a variety of practice activities. She strives to differentiate instruction for students, and she acknowledges that this may not happen every day. She provides opportunities for her students to learn through discovery, and other times she demonstrates the steps to master a skill. Striking the right balance between traditional teaching methods and hands-on, discovery-based learning has been the secret sauce to success in her classroom!
Awards & shining teacher moments
There is no greater honor for a teacher than serving students. Amanda is thankful for all the students who come back to visit, seek out her help, eat lunch in her room because they know it's a safe place, write her notes of gratitude, and leave class with a smile.
My own education history
Amanda earned her M.Ed in Mathematics Education from Lesley University in 2013. She graduated with her BA in Mathematics and Secondary Education from Emmanuel College in 2010.
Additional biographical information
Amanda started her Teachers Pay Teachers store and blog at freetodiscovermath.com in 2015 in order to provide teachers with quality resources that offer solutions and demonstrate a balanced approach to teaching math. Though she loves making an impact in her own classroom, it is a dream come true to be helping tens of thousands of teachers and their students engage in meaningful, engaging math activities.
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