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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
Problem Based Learning Compose 2D Shapes
Problem Based Learning requires real-world, standards based inquiry that fosters collaborative learning teams and integration.
Here is a PBL task for composing 2D shapes to create composite shapes.
Students use 6 trapezoids to compose enough seating for a Birthday Party that has 18 guests. A floor plan is provided in which learning teams must find various ways to compose the 6 trapezoid tables to allow enough room for food, gifts, cake, and a dance or game area.
1st - 3rd
Geometry, Math
CCSS
1.G.A.2
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
Finding Area Word Problem Activities Real Math Practice PowerPoint 3rd 4th Grade
Teach solving math word problems for finding area with this standards based PowerPoint lesson including real world math problems for 3rd and 4th grade! Resource follows directed teaching and checks for understanding with additional problems and an exit ticket with answers included. Click HERE to save 30% of the price of individual resources with the bundle.Use this colorful PowerPoint in whole or small group activities, with partner or independent work, in math centers, as an emergency sub plan
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.D.8
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators Power Point
Do your students need instruction on adding fractions with unlike denominators? Teach your students this skill with this standards based Powerpoint by Catch My Products. Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual products with the bundle.Inside this flipchart you'll find:ObjectivesExamples for Teacher to ModelLikert ScalesPractice ProblemsExit TicketThis lesson is also available in ActivInspire Software for use with the Promethean Board at: Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators for
4th - 5th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.B.3b
, 5.NF.A.1
Fractions Operations and Number Line Explorations PowerPoint Activities
Beginning fractions can be a tough skill for kids to grasp and teachers to teach. If your students are having trouble understanding the meaning of fractions, here is a PowerPoint that uses activities to explain fractions to your kids. Challenge your students with a variety of activities involving fractions with standards based lessons that the kids will love. Plus, PowerPoints are great for screen sharing! Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual products with the bundle.Inside this en
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.2
, 3.NF.A.3
, 3.NF.A.3d
+4
Da Vinci Parachute Prototypes -- Hands-on STEM
In this lesson, students solve geometry problems and learn background physics concepts as they build a working model of Leonardo Da Vinci’s parachute. Logic, critical thinking, a bit of Renaissance history, writing and supporting conclusions with details from a source—it’s all here too!
Make this extended lesson a cross-curricular, standards-based mini-unit, or just make it a cool building activity. Pick and choose the level of commitment right for you and your students. With the suggested e
4th - 8th
Engineering, Geometry, Physical Science
4th Grade STEM Number and Shape Patterns Worksheet - Project-Based Math
Looking for a way to make math patterns worksheets feel relevant and Interactive? This 4th-grade STEM shape patterns and number patterns unit utilises PBL (Project-Based Learning) to go beyond just math worksheets to bring Alan Turing’s WWII codebreaking story to life, including patterns in nature. When the Alan Turing Trust is hacked, students take on real-world roles! They crack cyphers, and use algebraic thinking to solve missions inspired by true problem solving scenarios to create a li
4th
Algebra, Informational Text, World History
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
, 4.OA.A.1
+8
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
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