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Math Project-Based Learning Bundle (Grades 6–8) | Real-World Math Projects
Looking for engaging, real-world math projects that actually work in middle school classrooms? This Math Project-Based Learning Bundle includes a collection of hands-on math projects designed for Grades 6-8. Each project connects math concepts to meaningful, real-life contexts, helping students build conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in math while having fun! This bundle includes hands-on, real-world math projects designed to build student engagement while reinfor
5th - 9th
Algebra, Financial Literacy, Other (Math)
Fractions, Decimals & Percents Consumer Math Project | Design Your Dream Room
Transform your math block with this real-world consumer math project where students design their own room while applying fractions, decimals, percents, budgeting, discounts, and sales tax. Perfect for Grades 6–8, this hands-on activity blends financial literacy, applied design, and creative problem-solving. Students use a curated shopping catalogue to build a dream room, calculate the cost of items, apply percent-off discounts, convert between fractions/decimals/percents, add tax, and stay withi
6th - 9th
Decimals, Financial Literacy, Fractions
CCSS
6.RP.A.3
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.1
+10
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
IB Math:AI HL:Topic 3(Geometry&Trigonometry: AHL3.14-3.16):Graph Theory
This resource covers key concepts from Graph Theory, including Chinese Postman Problem and Traveling Salesman Problem, aligned with IB Math: Applications and Interpretation HL (AHL3.14–3.16). It includes: Example questions from the Oxford and Haese textbooks Scaffolded investigations to promote student inquiry A dedicated TOK activity linking mathematics to real-world thinking Reflection and inquiry prompts after each section to deepen understanding Perfect for in-class instruction, designed t
11th - 12th
Geometry
200 No-Prep | Math | Geometry Sketch Prompts | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Geometry Sketch Prompts | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Bring geometry to life with 200 sketch-based prompts that ask students to draw, label, and explain shapes, lines, and angles. ✨ How It Can Be Used:✏️ Interactive notebooks📐 Geometry practice centers🖍️ Visual learning activities📊 Exit tickets or checks for understanding🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🎨 Combines art + math for engagement📏 Helps visual learners thrive⚡ Re
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
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
Real World Business PBL
Looking for a meaningful way to connect math to the real world? This engaging Business Project challenges students to become entrepreneurs as they create, manage, and grow their own business from the ground up!Students apply essential middle school math skills while making authentic business decisions about renting a space, creating a blueprint, purchasing inventory, calculating profit, analyzing markup percentages, managing expenses, hiring employees, advertising their business, and pitching th
6th - 12th
Algebra, Business, Financial Literacy
CCSS
7.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.4
, 7.NS.A.2d
+12
Design a Safe Drop System
🪂 Design a Safe Drop System: A Phenomena-Based STEM Engineering Challenge (5E Lesson)Engage your students in authentic, high-impact learning with this real-world STEM design challenge where they investigate a compelling phenomenon and apply physics, math, and engineering principles to solve a critical problem: How can we design a system that safely controls the motion of a falling object? 🌍 PHENOMENA-BASED LEARNING THAT DRIVES CURIOSITY This project begins with an observable, real-world phe
6th - 12th
Applied Math, Engineering, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.B.4
, HSF-IF.B.6
+5
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Mini Mystery (Dipole bank robbery mystery)
I've created a set of mini minute mysteries for a colleague of mine. She has a student who's advanced for his grade level and is constantly looking for more challenging work. This was an idea we come up with. And the student loved it!!! Each one is based loosely on a detective from literature. This is based on Agatha Christie's Miss Marple. The science-based "re-branding" of Dipole comes from the fact that "Marple" comes from the word Maypole. I thought why not make these things as STEA
8th - 12th
Algebra
Also included in: Mini Math Mysteries Bundle
Mini Mystery (Pommier Murder Mystery)
I've created a set of 2 minute mysteries for a colleague of mine. She has a student who's too smart for his grade level and is constantly looking for more challenging work. This was an idea we come up with. And the student loved it!!! Each one based loosely on a detective from literature. This is based on Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot. These are great for sub activities, extra credit, learning to make inferences, and so many other things! ***How to get FREE TpT credit to use on future pur
6th - 9th
Algebra, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Mini Math Mysteries Bundle
Mini Mystery (Laetitia finds the rabbits)
I've created a set of mini minute mysteries for a colleague of mine. She has a student who's too smart for his grade level and is constantly looking for more challenging work. This was an idea we come up with. And the student loved it!!! Each one based loosely on a detective from literature. This is based on Kerry Greenwood's Phryne Fisher. [Note: The content of the Phryne Fisher *book* series is more appropriate for ages 16+, but the content of this activity does not include anything inappr
6th - 9th
Algebra, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Mini Math Mysteries Bundle
Mini Mystery (A Janvier Duromarin Murder Mystery)
I've created a set of 2 minute mysteries for a colleague of mine. She has a student who's too smart for his grade level and is constantly looking for more challenging work. This was an idea we come up with, and the student loved it!!! Each one is based loosely on a detective from literature. This is based on Edgar Allan Poe's Auguste Dupin. These are great for sub activities, extra credit, learning to make inferences, and so many other things! ***How to get FREE TpT credit to use on future pu
6th - 9th, Adult Education
Algebra, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Mini Math Mysteries Bundle
(STEM) Upcycle Fashion STEAM BIG 6 Activity
STEAM Upcycled Fashion Project – Engaging Sustainability & Design ThinkingElevate your STEAM classroom with this interactive upcycled fashion project. Students transform old clothing into stunning, repurposed designs while applying essential science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics concepts! This hands-on sustainability lesson integrates The Big 6 Process Model, guiding students through critical thinking, research, and creative problem-solving as they explore material science,
6th - 12th
Family Consumer Sciences, Measurement, Other (Arts)
CCSS, NGSS
6.G.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
, 8.F.A.1
+10
Project Red Haven: Mars Colony Finance Simulation
Project Red Haven: Mars Colony Finance Simulation Subject Area: Personal Finance, Economics, STEM Integration Grade Level: 9–12 (Adaptable for Middle School) Duration: 7–10 Class Days Overview: In this immersive simulation, students act as members of a NASA-backed Mars colony team responsible for building and sustaining a human settlement on the Red Planet. Through budgeting, decision-making, and financial problem-solving, they learn key personal finance principles such as budgeting, saving, in
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Financial Literacy
Snap Back – A Marvel-Themed Exponentials and Logarithms Project
Snap Back: A Mathematical Mission to Retrieve the Gauntlet An immersive, Avengers-themed project on exponential and logarithmic functions. In this full-unit project, students step into the role of the Avengers’ mathematical strike team as they plan a high-stakes infiltration of Thanos’ lair. Through story-driven missions and decision-making, students apply exponential and logarithmic concepts in rich, meaningful contexts inspired by the Marvel universe. This resource transforms abstract math int
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSA-REI.D.11
, HSF-IF.C.7
, HSF-LE.A.1
+3
AP Calculus Project: Roller Coaster with Piecewise Functions & Derivatives
Engage your AP Calculus students after the exam with this hands-on and creative project! Students design a mathematically valid roller coaster using piecewise functions that are continuous and differentiable at each transition point. They must graph the coaster, build a 3D model, and provide formal mathematical proofs of continuity and differentiability. Perfect for: AP Exam wrap-up weeks Summative assessments Honors Calculus projects Includes: Full student instructions Grading rubric Proof
10th - 12th
Calculus
Python Coding For Beginners | Lesson 1 | Editable Presentation & Exercises
Python coding lessons for beginners made simple! This editable and student-friendly resource introduces the basics of Python programming step by step, including variables, loops, lists, functions, and input/output. Designed for middle and high school computer science classes, this resource combines clear explanations with interactive practice so students learn by doing. What’s IncludedEditable Presentation Slides – introduce key Python coding concepts with examplesStep-by-Step Guided Activities
7th - 10th
Basic Operations, Computer Science - Technology
Quadrilateral Logo Project — Classify and Prove Using Coordinates
Engage your geometry students with a creative, standards-aligned project that blends art, algebra, and reasoning! In this Quadrilateral Logo Project, students design a logo for a fictional robot company called Quadro using geometric properties. They must create and classify quadrilaterals (parallelogram, trapezoid, rectangle, rhombus, and square), include vertex coordinates, and provide mathematical justification using slope and distance formulas. This real-world, discovery-style project reinfo
8th - 12th
Geometry
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