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Jamestown, Tennessee, United States
About the store
I have worked in the education system since 1998. I have taught 7th and 8th grade math and 7th grade science during that time. Currently I teach 7th grade math and science. My husband has been teaching since 1991. His primary focus has been in 7th and 8th grade Reading/ Language Arts. He has also taught science and social studies for 7th and 8th grade.
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Preview of Proportional and Non-proportional Relationships Card Sort

Proportional and Non-proportional Relationships Card Sort

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Smith Squared
This product contains a very diverse card sort activity. The entire card sort is made up of matching the words, equation, table, graph, and constant of proportionality. You can differentiate by using only table and graphs, or words, table and graph or however it fits your needs. You can also just put each card in main category of proportional or non-proportional. When you print this out you may have to check the y-axis labeling - click on it and change line spacing to 0. I do this but when
Preview of Vocabulary for Ratios, Rates, Proportions, and Scale

Vocabulary for Ratios, Rates, Proportions, and Scale

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Smith Squared
This is a lesson on the vocabulary needed for units/lessons on Ratios, Rates, Proportions, and Scale. Common Core State Standards emphasize vocabulary building and this lesson will do do that. It is 17 pages with the vocabulary list and definitions, I Have Who Has game, Crossword Puzzle, Unscramble and list, Card sorts that can be used in 3 ways, and an assessment. Keys are included. My name is Tammy Smith and I hope that you and your students have a great time with this vocabulary lesson.
Preview of Vocabulary for Expressions and Equations

Vocabulary for Expressions and Equations

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Smith Squared
Vocabulary is a main focus when talking about the common core standards. This unit uses 22 vocabulary words associated with units taught for expressions and equations. There are different activities to do to that will help students learn the key vocabulary needed to help in mastering their work with expressions and equations. I have a free product, Key Phrases for Basic Operations, that works well into this unit also.
Preview of Key Phrases for Basic Operations

Key Phrases for Basic Operations

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In order for students to translate word phrases or word problems into algebraic expressions they must first know some key words/phrases to help them determine which operation to use. Common Core State Standards require more writing and more explanation, these key phrases will help your students in that area. My name is Tammy Smith, and I hope that you and your students enjoy using this resource. Key Phrases for Basic Operations by Tammy Smith is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3
Preview of Expressions and Equations Vocabulary Card Sort

Expressions and Equations Vocabulary Card Sort

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Smith Squared
Card sort activity that is set up with the word, definition, and a picture/example for each one. Can match all 3 cards or match 2 out of the three to make easier. Can also use as a concentration game.
Preview of Ratios, Unit Rates, and Proportions Task Cards

Ratios, Unit Rates, and Proportions Task Cards

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Smith Squared
This activity involves ratios, unit rates, and proportion task cards. There are 16 cards along with an answer sheet for the students to use. An answer key is included. You can use these for students centers, post each one in a different place in your classroom and have students walk around to answer each question, have students pick 4 out of 16 to complete, or there are many other ways to utilize these task cards.
Preview of Expressions and Equations Vocabulary I Have Who Has Activity

Expressions and Equations Vocabulary I Have Who Has Activity

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Smith Squared
I Have, Who Has card activity - uses 22 vocabulary words. Game starts with first card then a definition is read - whoever has the word to that definition says I have ______________ who has _____________ and they give out another definition that is on the card they have. You continue until you end back up at the first card.
Preview of Proportional and Non-proportional Relationships Quiz

Proportional and Non-proportional Relationships Quiz

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Smith Squared
This is a 10 question quiz with answer key included over proportional and non-proportional relationships. This quiz includes questions based on looking at graphs, words, tables, and equations.
Preview of Crossword Puzzle for Vocabulary Words for Expressions and Equations

Crossword Puzzle for Vocabulary Words for Expressions and Equations

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Smith Squared
This is a crossword puzzle using 22 vocabulary words for the unit on expressions and equations. There is a key included and you can print off with a word bank or without. I pick and choose who I give a word bank to and who I do not. This is a great center activity or could fit in your lesson anywhere. Vocabulary is huge in a students success in the classroom and the more ways it can be presented the greater the exposure our students will have.
Preview of Proportional and Non-proportional Relationship Vocabulary Unit

Proportional and Non-proportional Relationship Vocabulary Unit

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Smith Squared
Common Core State Standards emphasize vocabulary building. This packet focuses on the vocabulary associated with lessons/units proportional and non-proportional relationships. It contains 10 words. In the vocabulary unit you will have Vocabulary words and definitions, I Have, Who Has game, Crossword Puzzle, Unscramble and List, Card Sort – Words and Definitions, Word Search, Matching Test/Quiz along with keys. It was created with middle school mathematics in mind which include 6th, 7th, and
Preview of Expressions and Equations Unscramble Activity

Expressions and Equations Unscramble Activity

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Smith Squared
This is a word unscramble using 22 vocabulary words for the unit on expressions and equations. You will unscramble the word/phrase, then fill out the phrase at the bottom of the page which asks a question, finally, students will answer that question. There is a key included but answers to final question is constructive response so the answers will vary to some degree. This is a great center activity or could fit in your lesson anywhere. Vocabulary is huge in a students success in the classr
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I have worked in the education system since 1998. I have taught 7th and 8th grade math and 7th grade science during that time. Currently I teach 7th grade math and science. My husband has been teaching since 1991. His primary focus has been in 7th and 8th grade Reading/ Language Arts. He has also taught science and social studies for 7th and 8th grade.

Teaching style

I think that my teaching style varies from year to year, classroom to classroom, and student to student. There is no one style that fits for every student.

Awards & shining teacher moments

My husband was recognized for achieving highest growth in 8th grade ELA in the Upper Cumberland for 2013-14 School Year.

My own education history

I have my master's in curriculum and instruction. My husband has his bachelor's degree in elementary education 1-8 and his master's in administration/supervision.