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Solving Quadratic Equations - Winter Math Project Based Learning Activity PBL
High School Math Project. Winter Math Enrichment PBL Activity "RICO PENGUIN - FAMOUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT" (finding the maximum value of a quadratic function, finding the coordinates of the vertex of the parabola, creating & solving quadratic equations - word problems) - Printable & Digital (EDITABLE). Use this fun and engaging project to show your students the practical use of quadratic equations in real life. Rico Penguin is a famous landscape architect. When he bought a plot of land, all the
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
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)
Rate of Change Activity with X,Y Table & Graph Project Based Learning with Math
Build engagement with this task centered on raising adorable puppies. Students will calculate the theoretical rate of change for puppy growth using a t-table, a graph, and a slope-intercept equation. They will then discover the experimental rate of change for puppy growth and compare the outcomes to make predictions. With six low-prep versions of the task, your students will soon be confident and competent in using algebra to find real-world solutions. Raising Puppies Mastery Task gives stude
7th - 10th
Algebra, Applied Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.EE.B.3
, 7.EE.B.4
, 8.EE.A.2
+12
GoGo Grub Proportional Reasoning Activity Bundle | Fun, Real-World Word Problems
Engage your middle school students with this real-world math project inspired by a local carry-out! Perfect for 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade classrooms, GoGo Grub brings real-life food service scenarios to math lessons, including word problems, budgeting, and graphing. Students will analyze recipes, design menus, and even forecast sales in this project-based learning (PBL) activity bundle that integrates math standards with entrepreneurship skills. This hands-on resource includes differentiated works
6th - 8th
Algebra, Applied Math, Decimals
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.EE.B.3
, 8.EE.B.5
+3
Matrix Multiplication Project Based Learning with Linear Algebra -Imitation Game
Hype student interest in matrix multiplication by decoding, encoding, and creating ciphers! Espionage comes alive in this compelling historical event and major motion picture: The Imitation Game. Students take on the roles of code breakers as Alan Turing races to save Western Europe from the Nazis in this WW2 thriller. Students will: Watch The Imitation Game movie.Complete the Movie Note-taker focused on the interwoven relationships of math, problem-solving, collaboration, innovation, computer
7th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS
HSN-VM.A.1
, HSN-VM.C.8
, HSN-VM.C.9
Maths Extension Activities- Problem Solving & Open-Ended Challenges Volume 2
Looking to challenge your high-ability students or fast finishers in maths?This Upper Primary Maths Extension pack is filled with engaging, real-world, open-ended investigations designed to stretch students and promote deeper mathematical thinking. Perfect for extension groups, early finishers, or differentiation, these tasks encourage students to reason, problem-solve, and justify their thinking. What’s Included:✔ 10 rich, open-ended problem-solving challenges✔ Designed for Years 5–6 extension
4th - 8th
Algebra, Measurement, Numbers
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
Pi Day Discovery Activity | Hands-On Math Exploration (Grades 5-7)
Stop asking students to just memorize 3.14 and start letting them discover it! Transform your classroom into an ancient Greek laboratory or a bustling bakery with this Archimedes-inspired investigation that uses "Sandwich Logic" to reveal the secrets of a circle. What is Included?This comprehensive 11-page PDF resource is ready to print and go: The Story of Pi: An engaging history of Archimedes and his famous "Do not disturb my circles!" legend. Jenny’s Sweets Bakery Adventure: A narrative-dr
5th - 7th
Algebra, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
7.G.B.4
, 7.G.B.6
, 7.NS.A.2d
+3
Summer Road Trip Math Project | Real World Math PBL | Ratios, Budgeting, Geometr
Bring real-world math into your classroom with this engaging Summer Road Trip Math Project! Students plan and budget a road trip while applying important middle school math concepts such as ratios, equations, geometry, statistics, probability, and financial reasoning. In this project-based learning activity, students choose a destination city and use mathematics to make decisions about travel distance, gas usage, budgeting, travel time, and activities. Students also collect data, analyze resul
5th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Decimals
CCSS
7.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.4
, 7.G.B.6
+27
Fibonacci Challenge Problems I Enrichment Math | Grades (5-10)
Do you need engaging materials that bridge the gap between abstract concepts and real-world applications for your 5th through 10th graders? Discover the captivating world of the Fibonacci Sequence with these Problem-Solving Worksheets for Gifted Learners. Designed to elevate your instruction, this resource provides a "no-prep" solution that saves you valuable time while fostering deep critical thinking and engineering skills in your brightest students. What’s Included:7 Worksheets: A progressi
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Algebra, Engineering, Geometry
CCSS
HSF-IF.A.3
Also included in: Fibonacci Math Projects & Problem Solving Bundle (Grades 5–10)
Grade 6 Inequalities Performance Task | STEM Math Project | MYP Math Aligned
Grade 6 Performance Tasks: InequalitiesSTEM Project: Design a 7-Day Fitness & Wellness PlanHelp students connect real-world health choices with meaningful math application in this engaging Grade 6 Performance Task! In this standards-aligned STEM math project, students use inequalities to design and evaluate a realistic 7-day fitness and wellness plan while applying mathematical reasoning, communication, graphing, and real-life problem solving. Students research healthy lifestyle recommendations,
6th - 8th
Algebra, Other (Math)
Also included in: Grade 6 Performance Task Bundle 11 STEM Tasks: MYP Aligned
Christmas Triangular & Tetrahedral Numbers | Math Patterns Project I Grades 6-9
Teachers often struggle to maintain student engagement and academic rigor as the winter holidays approach. How can you combine festive fun with deep mathematical exploration for your 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students? Unwrap the magic of mathematics this winter season with the Christmas Math Project Triangular Tetrahedral Numbers Pattern Discovery Grades 6-9. This no-prep, project-based resource is your perfect solution for keeping middle and early high school students captivated while deve
6th - 9th
Algebra, Numbers, PreCalculus
CCSS
6.EE.C.9
, 7.EE.B.4
, 8.F.B.4
+1
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
Pattern Stations Grades 6–8 | Editable & Printable Math Back to School Activity
Transform your math classroom with our Pattern Stations for grades 6 through 8, designed to foster rich mathematical thinking. This interactive activity promotes inquiry-based learning, allowing students to analyze, create, and discuss patterns in an engaging way. Whether you're introducing algebraic thinking, reviewing number sense, or encouraging collaborative problem-solving, this resource offers high-impact learning with low prep. What’s Included:Teacher implementation planStation instructio
6th - 8th
Algebra, Mental Math
Escape the Equation: A Math Adventure (5 Chapters!)
Part escape room, part adventure, ALL math.Step into the simulation — a mysterious digital world where your students are the agents, and the only way out is through solving math-based puzzles, cracking codes, and unraveling layers of hidden logic. With five immersive chapters, Escape the Equation blends story, suspense, and problem-solving into a math experience they’ll never forget. What You’ll Get:✅ 5 full chapters of interactive math adventures ✅ Printable tasks, narrative scenes, and in-wor
8th - 10th
Algebra, Geometry, Statistics
CCSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.G.A.1a
, 8.G.A.1b
+45
Summer Math Cafe: A Hands-On, Real-World Math Choice Board (A FREE Resource)
Summer Math Café — A Hands-On, Real-World Math Choice Board Help students see and understand the math that surrounds them with this engaging, movement-based summer enrichment project! Designed for grades 7+ the Summer Math Café invites students to explore math through creative, real-world activities—perfect for keeping minds active over the break. Inspired by Montessori principles and nature-based learning, this resource empowers students to choose their own path while developing critical thinki
7th - 12th
Algebra, Applied Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+4
Linear Function Word Problems
Linear Functions Word Problems. Real World Application. Input/Output Table Domain and Range Discrete
8th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Basic Operations
Escape the Equation: A Math Adventure (FREEBIE!!!!)
Engage your students in a math mystery they’ll never forget.This free sample is a sneak peek into Escape the Equation — a five-chapter, story-driven math escape where students use problem-solving and logical thinking to uncover clues and crack codes. What’s Included: ✅ A segment from Chapter 1: The Disappearing Teacher✅ A self-contained math puzzle students must solve to advance ✅ Narrative intro that hooks students immediately ✅ Printable student version + teacher key ✅ No QR codes, tech, or
8th - 10th
Algebra, Geometry, Statistics
CCSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.G.A.1a
, 8.G.A.1b
+41
Academic Monitoring Tool for First Grade Math Eureka Math2 Module 4 Data Track
Looking for an organized, effective way to track student learning during Eureka Math² Module 4? This Academic Monitoring Tool will help you to capture real-time student behaviors, identify patterns, and make confident instructional decisions— all while teaching. This resource is fully aligned to Eureka Math² and covers the entire Module 4, broken down by topics and lessons, with pre-written, observable behaviors that remove the guesswork from note-taking. ⭐ This is not a checklist or tes
1st
Algebra, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Proportional Relationships in the Real World - Unit Rate Word Problems Algebra 1
Help your students make meaningful connections between math and everyday life with this engaging worksheet on proportional relationships! Designed for high school Algebra 1 or real-world math applications, this resource provides students with relatable, real-world scenarios where they must identify, represent, and solve problems involving unit rates. Students will practice: Identifying proportional relationships in word problems Solving for Unit Rates and using them to answer questions based on
8th - 12th
Algebra
CCSS
HSN-Q.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-CED.A.1
+2
1.06 Sequences & Series: Sum to Infinity (IB Maths and more)
Looking for an engaging and comprehensive resource to help your students master using the sum to infinity formula in geometric series? This printable worksheet is perfect for reinforcing key concepts through clear explanations, guided practice, and targeted problems. Topics Covered:✅ Learn how to identify whether an infinite geometric series diverges or converges ✅ Calculate the common ratio r and check if the sum to infinity exists ✅ Use the sum to infinity formula for geometric series when ∣ r
9th - 12th
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Also included in: BUNDLE: Sequences & Series (suitable for IB Maths and other syllabus)
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)
Finding Sums of Infinite Geometric Series – Convergent vs Divergent Practice
This comprehensive and fully editable Algebra 2 worksheet is designed to help students master Finding Sums of Infinite Geometric Series, with a strong focus on identifying convergent vs. divergent series and applying the infinite sum formula. Perfect for classwork, homework, or independent practice, this resource blends conceptual understanding with real-world applications. Aligned with Common Core Standard HSF.BF.A.2, this worksheet reinforces key Algebra 2 skills, including: Writing recursi
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
CCSS
HSF-BF.A.2
Linear vs Nonlinear Equations–Desmos Building Thinking Classrooms Activity
Linear vs Nonlinear Equations– Desmos Building Thinking Classrooms Activity (Algebra 1)Help your Algebra 1 students discover what makes an equation linear or nonlinear using Desmos instead of memorizing a rule they’ll forget. This Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) activity is a student-centered, discovery-based lesson where students test, graph, simplify, and justify equations to uncover the structure of linear vs nonlinear relationships on their own. No front-loaded notes.No formula dumping
8th - 10th
Algebra
CCSS
8.F.A.1
, 8.F.B.4
, HSA-SSE.A.1
+8
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