Math & Science Cut Ups

In this hands-on activity, students work in small groups to sort 48 cards in order to identify the typical statistical uses and examples of data measures of central tendency (including mean, median, and mode) and measures of spread (range, IQR, MAD, standard deviation, and variation). Materials include sorting mats and cards, and templates for folded notes. Supports TEKS skills in 6-8 (and basic Statistics) This activity also includes a link to a digital version with your purchase. Use this digi

This problem based learning investigation explores the concepts of volume and surface area related to cones and spheres. The investigation involves applications of the formulas for lateral surface area and volume of cones and spheres, and provides a real world context for students to explore within a problem based context. TEKS aligned: Geometry: 11C, 11D Grade 8 supporting TEKS: 8.7A, 8.7B

In this hands-on activity, students work in small groups to sort descriptor cards that define 9 different types of graphs (line plot, stem & leaf plot, circle graph, histogram, line graph, bar graph, box & whisker plot, scatter plot, and Venn diagram). Each graph type is described based on what the graph consists of, what type of data it works well to describe, advantages and disadvantages of the type, and questions you can ask based on the graph. A picture for each is also given to match. Supp

This investigation explores the concept of the golden ratio and subsequent ratios, called metallic ratios, through investigating the geometric means and patterns involved in subsequent rectangular relationships. The exploration involves applications of the geometric mean and applies algebra 1 concepts from quadratic functions and geometric sequences. In addition students will need to know how to rationalize denominators of fractions using properties of binomials, radicals, and difference of squa