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Math Hoops: Percent Change and Application Worksheet with Rubric
Real-world connection: students use actual athlete stats Focus: Percent increase/decrease, applied problem solving Great for individual or group work, project-based learning, or assessment review Perfect for Math 7, Algebra 1, Math 8, Financial Literacy, or sports-themed enrichmentLow Prep
7th - 12th
Algebra, Applied Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.RP.A.3
Math in the Mall: Discounts, Percent Off & Sales Tax Word Problems Grades (6-8)
Are your 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students struggling to connect abstract math concepts to the real world of shopping and discounts? Introducing "Math in the Mall: Percent Off Discounts & Sales Tax Word Problems 6-8," your ultimate solution for making financial literacy engaging and accessible. This ready-to-use resource is designed to save you valuable prep time while boosting student confidence and comprehension in crucial math skills. What's Included:8 Realistic Word Problems featuring percent
6th - 8th
Algebra, Economics , Financial Literacy
CCSS
6.RP.A.3
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.3
Also included in: Discounts, Percent Off, Sales Tax & Money Math | Grades 6–8
% Percent of Error M&M Activity
🍬 M&M Percent of Error ActivityIn this activity, students will practice calculating percent of error using a fun and colorful set of M&Ms! Objective: Students will compare their estimated percentage of each M&M color to the actual percentages found in their bag, then calculate the percent of error for each color.
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Arithmetic, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.RP.A.3
French Macaron Real Life Math: Percent, Ratios & Business Math (Grades 6-9)
Introducing the French Macaron Real Life Math: Percent, Ratios & Business Math (Grades 6-9), the perfect solution to engage your 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, and 10th Grade Mathematics students. This "no prep" resource allows teachers to seamlessly integrate real-world problem-solving, boosting student engagement and saving valuable planning time. What's Included:5 engaging, print-ready worksheets with 12 real-world math problems focusing on French macarons.A captivating story th
5th - 10th
Algebra, Economics , Money Math
CCSS
6.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.1
Build a Smoothie Bar: Ratios, Rates, and Expressions Performance Task
Build a Smoothie BarModeling Ratios, Unit Rates, and ExpressionsA Pre-Algebra Performance TaskHelp students make sense of ratios, proportions, and expressions through a real-world business scenario they’ll actually enjoy. In Build a Smoothie Bar, students use math to design smoothie recipes, scale ingredients, analyze costs, and model expenses using algebraic expressions. What is a Performance Task?A performance task is an extended, project-based activity where students use math to analyze a r
6th - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations
Also included in: Pre-Algebra Projects and Performance Tasks
New Year’s Goals & Linear Functions | Real-World Slope & Intercept Activity
Make linear functions meaningful at the start of the year! In this engaging New Year’s math activity, students model real-life resolutions using linear equations, tables, and graphs. Instead of abstract numbers, students connect slope and y-intercept to goals like saving money, reading, or exercising. This resource works beautifully during the first week back from break, for goal-setting, or as a low-stress formative assessment. Students stay engaged while demonstrating true understanding of lin
8th - 9th
Algebra
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
, 8.F.A.3
, 8.F.B.4
The percent based budget - consumer math Project
💰 The Percent - Ba$ed Budget | Consumer Math Project-Based Learning ActivityBring percentages and real-world budgeting to life with this engaging, hands-on consumer math project! In The Percent - Ba$ed Budget, students step into a real-world scenario where they take on a career persona, calculate a monthly salary, and design a personal budget using percentages. This project-based learning activity helps students connect classroom math to real financial decisions — all while mastering how
6th - 8th
Algebra, Financial Literacy, Money Math
CCSS
7.NS.A.1d
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.3
+2
Simplifying Expressions Using Laws of Exponents Exploration Activity
In this activity, students will be given a word bank, sentence stems, and 4 multiple-choice EOC questions with answers. Students will be asked to explain how they would arrive at the answers given, using the laws of exponents. Questions are scaffolded to increase in difficulty. Some questions are color coordinated to make realizing the patterns easier. Students must explain their thinking in complete sentences. Sentence stems are provided to assist them in doing so. NOTE: I would use this act
7th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSN-RN.A.1
, HSN-RN.A.2
, HSA-SSE.A.1a
+2
Also included in: Simplifying Expressions Using Laws of Exponents [MEGA BUNDLE]
Create and Analyze Functions Partner Activity
Having students create, complete, and grade work can elevate your lesson by increasing engagement and understanding. Student-generated work and feedback not only reinforce learning but also enhance the overall classroom experience!
8th
Algebra, Applied Math
CCSS
8.F.B.5
Math x Python Series - Coding Linear Relations (Project 7 - Student Guide)
Empower students in the Intermediate Grades with “Project 7: Data Handling with Pandas and Export to CSV”—a set of teacher and student (THIS LISTING) guides that seamlessly extend your linear‐relations Python tutor into real‐world data analysis. Why You’ll Love These Resources:Turn Code into Data Stories: Take learners beyond plotting points—now they collect each round’s results, build a Pandas DataFrame, generate descriptive statistics, and export a CSV for deeper exploration. End‐to‐End Supp
7th - 9th, Adult Education
Algebra, Computer Science - Technology, Other (Math)
House Hunter Project | Real-World Math Activity | Google Slides
Make real-world math meaningful with this engaging House Hunter Project! Students take on the role of future homeowners as they search for houses, compare loans, calculate interest, and determine the true cost of buying a home. This project is perfect for teaching financial literacy, critical thinking, and real-life math skills in a fun and interactive way. 📊 What Students Will Do: Search for 2 real homes online (Zillow, Homes.com, etc.) Compare home prices and features Calculate loan in
7th - 10th
Algebra, Financial Literacy, Money Math
Scavenger Hunt - Solving Equations
This Solving Equations Scavenger Hunt is an engaging, hands-on activity designed to get students moving while practicing essential algebra skills. Students solve a variety of equation types, including one-solution, no-solution, and infinite-solution equations, algebraic proportions, and absolute value equations. In this interactive activity, students can start at any station and work their way around the room. Each answer leads them to the next problem, creating a self-checking loop that keeps s
7th - 10th
Algebra, Fractions, Order of Operations
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
, 8.EE.C.7b
+3
My Dream Store – Project Based Learning | Decimal Operations | Discounts, Tax, &
My Dream Store – Project Based Learning | Decimal Operations | Discounts, Tax, & Sales | Printable ProjectBring real-world math to life with this highly engaging My Dream Store project! Students design their own store, create items to “sell,” and apply real math skills such as decimals, percent discounts, tax, tip, and profit. This hands-on project allows students to be creative while practicing essential computation skills. Perfect for upper elementary, middle school, intervention groups, enr
6th - 9th
Algebra, Applied Math, Basic Operations
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.RP.A.3
, MP2
The Exponent Explorer: A Number Line Discovery Lab
Stop the "negative exponents make negative numbers" misconception in its tracks with The Exponent Explorer: A Number Line Discovery Lab. This kinesthetic activity gets students out of their seats to physically map the behavior of exponents, shifting them from memorizing rules to discovering mathematical relationships. Why This Discovery Lab WorksMost students struggle with the abstract nature of zero and negative exponents. This lab creates cognitive dissonance by using a "Big Number Line" to
8th
Algebra
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
Math x Python Series - Coding Linear Relations (Project 8 - Student Guide)
Empower Your Students with Hands-On Data Visualization!Unlock deeper understanding of linear relationships and prediction error with the Project 8 Student Guide: Enhanced Graphing with Matplotlib—a student-friendly roadmap that transforms abstract algebra into interactive, real-world analysis. Why Teachers & Students Will Love This Guide Student-Centered Design Clear, Step-by-Step Instructions: Guided pseudocode planning and code snippets walk learners through each function, reducing frus
7th - 9th, Adult Education
Algebra, Computer Science - Technology, Other (Math)
March Madness Math Mania: Real-World Algebra Tasks
Engage your students with REAL-WORLD math using March Madness–themed performance tasks! Students practice algebra, percentages, budgeting, and problem solving through realistic basketball scenarios like ticket pricing, travel costs, TV ratings, and concession profits. Perfect for: • March review lessons • Sub plans • Project-based learning • Test prep with real-life context What’s Included: • 10 Real-World Math Problems • Extension Challenge Problem • Complete Answer Key • Ready-to-Print
7th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.EE.B.3
, 7.EE.B.4
, 7.EE.B.4a
+10
Algebra Equations and Inequalitites Project: Startup Budget Challenge
This project is an authentic, inquiry-based learning module that transforms the abstract requirements of Algebra 1—specifically multi-step equations and linear inequalities—into a high-stakes business simulation. By framing the unit as a "Shark Tank" startup challenge, it shifts the classroom culture from "compliance-based learning" (solving problems because they are assigned) to "purpose-based learning" (solving problems because the business’s success depends on the math). Why This Project is
8th - 10th
Algebra, Applied Math
End of Year Math Review Island Survival Proportional Reasoning Integers Percent
Turn math review into an unforgettable survival challenge! In this island-themed activity, students must complete 8 engaging math challenges to “survive” and make it off the island. This resource is perfect for reviewing key middle school math skills in a fun, problem-solving format, ideal for end-of-year review or back-to-school refreshers. What’s Included:Challenge 1–8: Island Survival TasksFormat Options: Printable question cards OR digital slidesContent: Students work through 8 different s
6th - 8th
Algebra, Geometry, Math Test Prep
End of Year Math Review Island Survival Proportional Reasoning Integers 6–8
Turn math review into an unforgettable survival challenge! In this island-themed activity, students must complete 8 engaging math challenges to “survive” and make it off the island. This resource is perfect for reviewing key middle school math skills in a fun, problem-solving format, ideal for end-of-year review or back-to-school refreshers. What’s Included:Challenge 1–8: Island Survival Tasks Format Options: Printable question cards OR digital slidesContent: Students work through 8 different
6th - 8th
Algebra, Geometry, Math Test Prep
Solving Systems of Equations Project for Algebra 1 (Substitution & Elimination)
This solving systems of equations by substitution and elimination project will challenge your students to create their own food truck and sustain a profitable business. Real life applications are an essential part of any curriculum, but can often intimidate students. This activity offers scaffolding to support students as they learn to solve word problems and navigate the problem solving process. This real world algebra application is perfect for group work and collaboration. It can also be u
8th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
8.EE.C.8b
, HSA-REI.C.5
, HSF-BF.A.1
Graphing Initials with Linear Equations Desmos Project for Algebra 1 & 8th grade
Purpose:Linear equations are a foundational concept in Algebra 1 and 8th grade math. This project is great for an end-of-the-year project. This engaging project helps students deepen their understanding of slope-intercept form and point-slope form by applying them in a creative, visual context. Using Desmos, students will explore how equations translate to lines on a graph and how to manipulate those lines to form letters. Project Overview:In this project, students will graph their initials
8th - 9th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.G.A.1a
, 8.G.A.1c
+12
Elliptical Orbits Project (PBL) - Precalculus Conic Sections & Eccentricity
This engaging Project-Based Learning (PBL) activity brings conic sections to life by having students explore how ellipses model real-world orbits. Students select a planet, moon, comet, or satellite and use research to gather key data such as eccentricity and orbital measurements, then create a mathematical model using the equation of an ellipse. They will construct and label a diagram, analyze how eccentricity affects the shape of the orbit, and present their findings through a visual project.
7th - 12th
Algebra, Geometry, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.B.4
, HSF-BF.A.1
, HSG-GPE.A.3
+1
Discovering Exponent Rules - Laws of Exponents Inquiry Based Learning Project
Use this printable & digital inquiry activity to introduce Exponent Rules ( Product Rule, Quotient Rule, Power Rule, Power of a Product Rule, Power of a Quotient Rule, Negative Exponent Rule) by having students explore them. Students work in groups to find a pattern and discover their rule.Inquiry-based learning helps students take ownership of their learning. Their curiosity helps them engage and gain a deeper understanding of topics and content, instead of just memorizing rules or formulas.
8th - 11th
Algebra, Math, Numbers
Food Truck Functions Project
I’ve had this idea for a few years, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you! In this project, students will collect data, identify patterns, and apply functions to make the best decisions for running a food truck. Running a food truck isn’t just about delicious recipes and eye-catching logos—it’s also about making smart financial choices to pay off debt and earn a profit. Students will explore decisions like where to park, how much to charge, and how to prepare for busy days. To optimiz
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2
CCSS
HSN-Q.A.1
, HSA-REI.D.10
, HSF-IF.A.1
+4
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