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Volume Extension Project (Set of 2)
Need a challenge for students who already understand the basics of volume. Use these 2 volume projects to help extend your student's learning! Students will be asked to problem-solve real life situations as they apply what they know about volume in new "out of the box" ways of thinking.
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.C.4
, 5.MD.C.5
, 5.MD.C.5a
+2
T-Shirt Entrepreneurs PROJECT BASED LEARNING Math Economics GATE 4-8th
Your students will be excited for this “gold medal standard” project-based math, design, and economics activity. It’s appropriate and adaptable for 4th – 8th grade. It has been a staple for my 4th grade gifted and talented math group since 2013. You won’t be the sage on the stage. Students will problem-solve their way through the project working in collaborative teams, and the teacher will guide, be a resource, spur discussion, play devil’s advocate, and provide mini lessons when necessary. I
4th - 8th
Applied Math, Economics
Also included in: STEAM Class BUNDLE - Math Focus Hours of Hands-on Projects GATE Gifted
Geometry Trig Project_ How Tall is It? (w/ Writing Component)
Trigonometry Project! Get ready to take your math skills to new heights with our STEM Math Project/Activity! Students will have the chance to put their trigonometry knowledge to the test as they use sine, cosine, and tangent to determine the height of tall structures using a clinometer. This real-world application of right triangle trigonometry will have students engaged and excited as they venture outside (or inside) to measure the height of various objects. Whether it's a take-home project or
9th - 11th
Applied Math, Geometry
CCSS
HSG-SRT.A.3
, HSG-SRT.B.4
, HSG-SRT.C.6
+1
Candy Factory Algebra Project | Gr 6-8 Math Equations, Integers & Choice Board
Bring algebra to life with this Candy Factory Algebra Project, a creative, story-driven math activity designed for Grade 7 (and adaptable for Grades 6–8). In this project, students become Candy Factory Engineers, using algebraic equations and integers to control ingredient amounts, machine outputs, temperature changes, and packaging rules. Along the way, they design their own candies, explain their mathematical thinking, and have the opportunity to extend their learning through creative, design-
5th - 9th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
CCSS
5.OA.A.2
, 5.OA.B.3
, 6.EE.A.2
+6
Real World FRACTION Project Based Learning
In this project, you’ll turn your real school schedule into a fraction challenge!First, you’ll create an hour-by-hour schedule of a typical school week. ⏰ Next, you’ll group your time into categories (like class time, homework, sleep, activities, and free time) and simplify each category into fractions of your week. Finally, you’ll put your math skills to work by comparing, adding, subtracting, and multiplying your fractions to analyze how your time is really spent. By the end, you’ll see yo
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math)
Let's Plan a Vacation
Your students are going to plan a vacation for their family. First, they need to pick a destination. They will choose from Disney World in Orlando, Florida where they can enjoy the thrill of an amusement park or choose the mighty Grand Canyon in St. George, Utah where they can see camp, hike and enjoy one of the 7 natural wonders of the world.
In this highly motivational math project the students will figure gas mileage and cost. They will also calculate hotel, food and entertainment costs and c
3rd - 5th
Applied Math
The Seven Bridges of Konigsberg - An Introduction to Graph Theory
This historical important problem shows students that important ideas - like graph theory - can spring from the most straightforward looking applications. How do you device a walk that passes through each of those seven bridges in Konigsberg (now Kaliningrad) once and only once. Although the problem looks simple, there was not an appropriate tool for analyzing it and therefore nobody knew what could be the solution - until Euler came... This project drops your students straight in the thick of t
7th - 12th
Applied Math
Math-Was Pythagoras "Right" About his Triangles? All About His Theorem!
Learn geometry by studying the ancient Greek mathematician, Pythagoras, and his famous Pythagorian Theorem. Using investigation and logic you will prove that Pythagoras was right!This math Exploration includes detailed, student-friendly Steps to Success that lead the learner through the process of creating a high-level, quality independent project. To add rigor and thoughtfulness, students reflect on their Exploration by answering standards-based Questions of Mathematical Practice. Supporting
3rd - 11th
Applied Math, Geometry, Math
Trigonometry Project - Measuring Ramps in the Community w/ Social Justice
Included in this purchase you will find links to 2 helpful videos that give background as to the ADA and the laws that were changed in the 70's and 90's. Instructions and tables are formatted so that you can adjust as you need to (in .docx format), with all required measurements listed. Omit or keep the section/s you want Contents: -Background information on ramps/ada access w/ video links -Data collection table -Space to solve for angles of elevation -Space to attach ramp photos (side view, fr
9th - 12th
Applied Math, Geometry
Dog Food Cost Analysis
Students perform a cost analysis on dog food brands to find the best quality food for the cost per cup. Students need to: Figure out the price of each bag of dog food. Figure up how many cups are in each bag of dog food for each bag.Figure out the cost of each cup of dog food for each bag.Figure out how many cups the dog needs per day.Figure out how much it will cost to feed the dog per day per bag.
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
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