Mitchell Zuvela

In this inquiry-based project, students will learn how to use basic trigonometric functions such as cosine, tangent and sine to find the missing side distances and angles of a right-angle triangle.Students will explore how fireworks of varying heights will affect the viewing angle and line of sight for the viewing audience. Students will design their own fireworks show that will include 4 different colours of fireworks. Each firework choice has a differing explosion height, which will slightly c

This bundle includes three activities that will get your students actively learning about trigonometry, triangles, and angles in an action-packed and hands-on way. If you want your students actively involved in their classwork, this is the bundle for you. All three activities involve an inquiry-based learning approach that helps students explore real-life scenarios in math. The bundle includes three resources: 1.) Fireworks: Trigonometry Inquiry Project by Mitchell Zuvela | TpT (teacherspaytea

May the force be with you! This is a comprehensive unit that will teach your students the concept of integers through the integration of the concept of light (positive) and dark (negative) forces. The unit is highly in-depth and requires the teacher to take on the role of Luke, who has just started his Jedi training facility on the planet Dagoba. Your students will learn how to use and measure the force by understanding how integers work in math. They will end the unit with a final challenge in

Looking for a fun activity to wrap up your unit on number patterns? Look no further! This escape room explores number patters from 1 to 9 where students will create 10 different 4-digit numbers to open each lock. Students will hypothesize each number that fits the criteria/riddle outlined at each station. Once the first section is complete, a final riddle will need to be solved to escape. The activity will take between 30-50 minutes depending on the class. Answer key is included. Students will s

This hands-on assignment could be completed as a cross-curricular activity with your school's P.E. department or done independently in your class. Students will spend between 1-3 classes exploring how math, specifically angles, plays an integral role in sports. Angles in hockey, basketball, and football are explored through various hands-on activities that require several mathematical calculations and a few reflection questions. Teachers will need the following resources for each section. Hocke

You and your classmates are owners of a catering company called “The Cater Co.”. You have been asked to cater an upcoming brunch for the local sports team (approximately 40 people). Your company has been asked to make a menu of 5 main dishes to provide for the guests. The class will be broken into groups of five. Each team member in your group will be assigned one of the five menu items so that each team member is contributing one dish. The following assignment is a great applied math activity

Does your class love to do colour by number activities? This activity is a culmination project for converting decimals, percentages, and fractions. Students will first design their own template picture by using 3/4 inch graph paper. Each square will contain a fraction or percentage (decided by the designer) that matches a key for a specific colour. Students will collaborate to make their work come to life. A reflection will wrap-up the activity. Project Time: 3-4 classes

Mayday, mayday! Control tower, do you copy? This inquiry activity takes you into the daily life of an air-traffic controller. Students start by learning the ins and outs of managing planes at the world's largest airport. Your students will fill the shoes of a person in this career by managing a fleet of planes landing at their airport. Just as their shift begins, an ice storm hits the area causing planes to malfunction. This causes havoc in your air space, putting lives in danger. With the pilo

Rollamania is a dice game that uses dice to create various fractions or decimals that students will need to convert. This game is a great practice activity for converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages for the mid grades. Each student will need a recording sheet and 1 die (two different colours works best). Try to match up students of similar abilities. A calculator for each group is a great tool for students to check their answers. Have Fun!