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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 Linear and Nonlinear Functions Review Game

Linear and Nonlinear Functions Review Game

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This game can be used with or without an interactive whiteboard or projector to review the characteristics of linear and nonlinear functions. It supports CCSS 8.F.A.3 and TEKS 8.5C . It gives all students in the class the opportunity to answer 16 questions that review concepts related to the characteristics of linear and nonlinear functions in equation, table, and graph representations. Can be uploaded to Google Drive. ***This game is also included in the Linear and Nonlinear Functions Games an
Preview of Find the Slope Game

Find the Slope Game

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Can You Find the Slope Game is a game similar to the classic board game "Guess Who?" It focuses on academic vocabulary related to slope and y-intercept. It is great for differentiation, stations or centers, partner work, or homework. It is a two player game where students ask each other questions to try and figure out the card that the other person has. This is a great game for helping students to see the relationships between three representations of slope and y-intercept including graphs, equ
Preview of Linear and Nonlinear Functions Activity: Tic-Tac-Toe

Linear and Nonlinear Functions Activity: Tic-Tac-Toe

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This twist on the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe provides students multiple opportunities to practice identifying linear and nonlinear functions and understand attributes of linear functions. This activity provides opportunities for students to use mathematical language, justify answers making mathematically sound arguments, and repetition with this concept. Supports 8th grade standards CCSS 8.F.A.3 (Common Core); TEKS 8.1.D (W.1) ***This product is also included in the Linear and Nonlinear Funct
Preview of Comparing Functions Activity

Comparing Functions Activity

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This download gives students hands-on practice comparing functions represented in graph, equation, and table form. This is intended to be used as a game for the whole class, in math centers, small group instruction, or cooperative learning groups. Supports 8th grade standard CCSS 8.F.A.2 With five sets of 9 cards (three functions represented in three ways) increasing in complexity, students will see increasing challenge or teachers may differentiate for the needs of students. Download a prev
Preview of Graphing Ordered Pairs in Coordinate Plane Activity

Graphing Ordered Pairs in Coordinate Plane Activity

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Graphing Ordered Pairs Practice Activity practices graphing points on a coordinate plane. Students will identify the symbol found on the coordinate plane for a given ordered pair. Includes positive and negative integers. Supports CCSS 6.NS.C6 Includes: 3 graphing sheets (10 points each)Also includes a digital version, created in Google Slides™Answer KeyFor more practice, check out Graphing Ordered Pairs in the Coordinate Plane Activity #2
Preview of Linear Functions and Nonlinear Functions Discovery Lab

Linear Functions and Nonlinear Functions Discovery Lab

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Students will get a great introduction to linear and nonlinear functions in this interactive discovery activity (Supports 8th grade standard CCSS 8.F.A.3 ). Using a graphing tool, students will compare linear and nonlinear functions, drawing their own conclusions on the attributes of each. ***This product is included in the Linear and Nonlinear Functions Games and Activities BUNDLE*** Included in this 13 page download is: -Teacher directions and tips -Powerpoint presentation for teachers to
Preview of Graph of the Week Template

Graph of the Week Template

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This resource walks students through analyzing a graph. It helps develop critical thinking, a deeper understanding of graphs, and integrate writing in math class. To use, simply add a graph, then print and go. This template is designed to use when implementing the Graph of the Week. This approach gets students thinking critically about graphs, and what they represent. Students will interpret what the x-axis and y-axis represent, identify trends, and make predictions. Read more about how to us
Preview of Graphing Ordered Pairs in Coordinate Plane Activity #2

Graphing Ordered Pairs in Coordinate Plane Activity #2

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Graphing Ordered Pairs Practice Activity 2 practices graphing points when given ordered pairs. Students will be given an ordered pair and will need to identify which letter is located there on the coordinate graph. Includes positive and negative integers. Supports CCSS 6.NS.C6 Includes:3 graphing sheets (10 ordered pairs each)Also includes a digital version created in Google Slides™Answer KeyFor more practice, check out Graphing Ordered Pairs Practice Activity #1.
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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.

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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