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Queen Creek, Arizona, United States
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The two of us at Idea Galaxy have been in education for a combined 33 years. We have taught 7th-8th Grade Math, Math intervention, 6th-7th English Language Arts, and English as a Second Language (ELL) for kindergarten through adult learners. We've also enjoyed many opportunities to provide professional development to fellow educators on a variety of topics.
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Preview of Area and Circumference of a Circle Activity Math Maze

Area and Circumference of a Circle Activity Math Maze

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Do your students need more practice with area & circumference of a circle? These 3 maze games for area and circumference of a circle provide great math practice in an engaging format. Students love using these instead of worksheets to practice applying the formulas for finding area and circumference. And if you're looking for a fun Pi Day math activity, these mazes definitely fit the bill! Here's what you'll get:3 printable math mazesFind the Area of a CircleFind the Circumference of a CircleFin
Preview of Pythagorean Theorem Maze Activity

Pythagorean Theorem Maze Activity

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Pythagorean Theorem Maze is an activity that consists of 3 mazes that make reviewing the Pythagorean Theorem fun! This collection of mazes has three mazes, each an engaging game and activity that reviews the basics of the Pythagorean Theorem. Students will find the value of a, b, and c with whole number answers and decimal answers. It is great for differentiation, stations or centers, partner work, or homework. ***INCLUDES DIGITAL VERSION OF ALL 3 MAZES IN GOOGLE SLIDES. EASY TO ASSIGN IN GOOG
Preview of Missing Angle in a Triangle Activity Digital & PDF Maze

Missing Angle in a Triangle Activity Digital & PDF Maze

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This collection of 3 maze activities is designed to help your students find the missing angle in a triangle and on the outside of a triangle. Students will love practicing with this maze for bell work, classwork, or homework. The Missing Angle in a Triangle Maze Activity is a great alternative to a worksheet. Here's what you'll get:3 printable math mazes#1- Find the Missing Angle in a Triangle (Interior Angles)#2- Find the Missing Angle in a Triangle (Interior Angles)#3- Find the Missing Angle
Preview of Pythagorean Theorem Review Activity (Knockout Game)

Pythagorean Theorem Review Activity (Knockout Game)

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If you're looking for a fun way to review the Pythagorean Theorem, then look no further! The Pythagorean Theorem Knockout Game is a digital interactive whole class activity that will engage all your students. They will review finding the missing side of a triangle and identifying if a triangle is a right triangle using the Pythagorean Theorem. This is great for whole class review, whole class activity, or as a sponge activity. It provides an opportunity for formative assessment, giving a look
Preview of Area and Circumference of a Circle Foldable Notes for Interactive Notebook

Area and Circumference of a Circle Foldable Notes for Interactive Notebook

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What better way to make a foldable graphic organizer for the area and circumference of a circle than to have it shaped like a circle. This is a great reference for the vocabulary and the formulas for the topic. This resource includes: -3 versions of the graphic organizer
Preview of Parallel Lines, Transversals & Angles of Triangle Task Cards Printable + Digital

Parallel Lines, Transversals & Angles of Triangle Task Cards Printable + Digital

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Use these task cards instead of worksheets to get students working with parallel lines cut by a transversals and exterior and interior angles of a triangle. These task cards support 8th grade math standards CCSS 8.G.A.5 and TEKS 8.8D. This activity comes in both printable AND digital formats. The digital format is built in Google Slides to easily assign to students, and includes answers so students can check their own work. Choose from a variety of engaging task card activities to meet the ne
Preview of Pythagorean Theorem Lesson (Discovery Lab)

Pythagorean Theorem Lesson (Discovery Lab)

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This resource gives students the opportunity to make observations and draw conclusions about the Pythagorean Theorem before receiving any instruction. During this activity, students will conduct a series of trials with different leg options, trying to construct right triangles. They'll make observations and try to explain the patterns, or rules, they noticed during their explorations. This helps students gain a conceptual understanding of the Pythagorean Theorem and see it in action. (To see th
Preview of Nets of 3D Shapes Digital Activity - Matching

Nets of 3D Shapes Digital Activity - Matching

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Practice and review identifying 3D shapes and their nets with this engaging resource. The solids reviewed in this game are made from rectangles and triangles. This matching activity comes in both a printable & completely digital version. The digital version is created in Google Slides making it easy to assign to students and have them complete online. This resource reviews the names, figures, and nets of three-dimensional solids that are created from rectangles and triangles. Supports CCSS 7.
Preview of Volume of Cylinders Cones and Spheres Review Game

Volume of Cylinders Cones and Spheres Review Game

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Practice while you play with this fun class activity that is sure to get your students engaged. This knockout game is designed to help your class review concepts related to finding volume including shapes, word descriptions, finding the height or radius, finding two figures with the same volume, etc. Can be uploaded to Google Drive. This game is ideal for whole class review. It provides an opportunity for formative assessment, giving a look at what students know about finding the volume of
Preview of Volume of Cones Activity - Scavenger Hunt

Volume of Cones Activity - Scavenger Hunt

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This is an engaging activity that gives students practice at using a formula to find the volume of cones. They will complete problems with a partner and complete a scavenger hunt. This resource includes: -12 tasks (word problems, pictures, and real world objects) -Answer Key -Student work page Supports 8th Grade CCSS 8.G.C.9 You might also like: Volume of Cylinders Cones and Spheres Discovery LabVolume of Cylinders Cones and Spheres WorksheetsVolume of Cylinders Cones and Spheres QR Code GameV
Preview of 8th Grade Math Interactive Notebook Foldable Notes Only Bundle

8th Grade Math Interactive Notebook Foldable Notes Only Bundle

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This is a collection of 48 sets of foldable notes that are perfect for the 8th grade common core math interactive notebook. These are designed to work as scaffolded notes and as references for students to look back at when they are working throughout a unit. ***For a complete, year-long set of notes, check out the 8th Grade Year Long Interactive Notebook Bundle. Not only does it contain all of the foldable notes in this bundle, it also contains guided practice, background & vocabulary activi
Preview of Triangle Inequality Theorem Discovery Activity 7.G.A.2

Triangle Inequality Theorem Discovery Activity 7.G.A.2

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In this teacher led discovery lab students will discover the conditions for triangles given side lengths and angle types. This is a hands-on introduction activity for 7th graders learning about the properties of triangles and the triangle inequality theorem. It includes an activity for a math interactive notebook as well. This resource includes: -Background Building Activity -A Discovery Activity -Reflection
Preview of Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal Review Game

Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal Review Game

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This interactive game reviews parallel lines cut by a transversal and can be used with or without an interactive whiteboard or projector. This whole class game will give students the opportunity to answer 16 questions that review concepts and vocabulary related to parallel lines that are cut by a transversal. This can be uploaded to Google Drive. Supports 8th grade standards CCSS 8.G.A.5 and TEKS 8.8D. This game is ideal for whole class review. Teachers say that knockout review games are so fun
Preview of Surface Area Review Game

Surface Area Review Game

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Students love to play this interactive surface area review game. This Knockout Game is an engaging activity for your whole class to practice finding the area of 2D shapes and the surface area of 3D shapes. This can be uploaded to Google Drive. This game is ideal for whole class review. It provides an opportunity for formative assessment, giving a look at what students know about finding the surface area of 3D shapes. Teachers say that knockout review games are so fun, and they keep students
Preview of Surface Area Activity Color by Answer

Surface Area Activity Color by Answer

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This engaging activity reinforces how to find the surface area of triangular and rectangular prisms and pyramid. These coloring pages are perfect for extra practice, warm-ups, homework, formative assessment, and so much more! Supports 7th grade geometry CCSS 7.G.B.6 ***Also included in the Surface Area Activity Bundle, great activities at a great price*** Includes: 2 coloring pages with 8 problems each Answer Keys You might also like: Cross Sections of 3D Shapes Tic Tac Toe Cross Sections o
Preview of Volume of Rectangular & Triangular Prisms Task Cards Print & Digital Resource

Volume of Rectangular & Triangular Prisms Task Cards Print & Digital Resource

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This set of task cards gives students practice finding the volume of prisms (rectangular & triangular). Students will practice thinking about this concept in different ways. These task cards are great for stations or centers, a partner activity, and for fast finishers. Task cards can be used for a variety of volume games and activities. These task cards come in both printable AND digital formats. The digital format is built in Google Slides to easily assign to students, and includes answers so
Preview of 7th Grade Math Activities Bundle

7th Grade Math Activities Bundle

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7th Grade Math End of Year Review Resource Bundle is a combination of two great resources. Together they provide students an engaging way to review their learning for the year with interactive activities and games. 7th Grade End of the Year Daily Math ReviewThe 7th Grade Math End of the Year Daily Review is 10 days of work that reviews the same 12 concepts each day. It includes a student tracking sheet and is a great formative assessment during your test prep or review. It goes hand in hand wit
Preview of 7th Grade Math Year Long Interactive Notebook Bundle

7th Grade Math Year Long Interactive Notebook Bundle

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This is a YEAR-LONG bundle for 7th grade math interactive notebooks. There are 16 units that each have 7 pages to add to your interactive notebook. Each unit contains I Can Statements, background building activity or vocabulary activity, 3 foldables, practice examples, and a cheat sheet. Your students will have a large variety of resources and scaffolding that they will help them be successful in 7th grade math. All notes units are available in BOTH printable AND digital formats. So, you can
Preview of Parallel Lines and Transversals Activity - Maze Practice Worksheets

Parallel Lines and Transversals Activity - Maze Practice Worksheets

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Parallel Lines and Transversals Maze ActivityThis set of 3 transversals mazes (digital and printable) includes practice with identifying angle relationships, finding the measure of missing angle and solving for x in an expression. This set of mazes is great for introducing this topic or for cyclical review. I use it for bell work, homework, centers, and for fast finishers. Parallel Lines Cut By a Transversal Mazes help students get the practice they need working with transversals. A great altern
Preview of Area and Circumference Lesson

Area and Circumference Lesson

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This discovery lab will show what area and circumference is in a concrete manner. They will be engaged in this discovery activity as an introduction to the topic of finding area and circumference of a circle. This resource includes: -Background Building Activity -A Discovery Activity -Reflection
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Experience

The two of us at Idea Galaxy have been in education for a combined 33 years. We have taught 7th-8th Grade Math, Math intervention, 6th-7th English Language Arts, and English as a Second Language (ELL) for kindergarten through adult learners. We've also enjoyed many opportunities to provide professional development to fellow educators on a variety of topics.

Teaching style

I like to experiment with different methods and see what works.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Being able to see those "light bulb" moments with students.

My own education history

Between the two of us we have three masters degrees and two bachelor degrees. We have a B.A. in Teaching History, a B.A. in Linguistics, minors in English, Physical Education, and Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL). We also each have a M.Ed in Bilingual and Multicultural Education and one M.Ed in Educational Leadership- Principalship.

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