Tammy ODea

A puzzle worksheet that allows students to practice the order of operations while solving an encrypted puzzle. The puzzle format allows students to recognize errors and make corrections.

A packet of almost 40 puzzle worksheets on fundamental trigonometric identities, sum and difference formulas, half-angle formulas, and double angle formulas.  The format provides an alternative to the typical assignment with a variety of question types and ways to verify the accuracy of solutions.  Each Puzzle is identified by level (A-C). Level A provides entry-level questions appropriate after an introduction to the topic, while level B offers a standard level of questioning, and level C provi

This book of 30 problem sets provides students with a review of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry that will be essential for success in a first year calculus course. Each problem set contains 12 questions designed to review concepts as well as develop problem solving skills. The sets ask questions in unfamiliar ways, integrate different concepts, and pose interesting and thought provoking problems. Calculus students need to be able to flexibly apply knowledge and these sets will build and te

This worksheet was developed for an algebra 2 honors class. It focuses on common mistakes made by students such as multiplying before dividing when parentheses are used to indicate multiplication. The worksheet varies the type and emphasizes skills that will be necessary for future topics in the course.

A puzzle worksheet that scaffolds the process of solving quadratics using completing the square. (Determine the number needed to complete the square. Solve an equation by taking the square root. Solve a quadratic by completing the square.) Students solve the problem then cross off the letter associated with the answer in a list. When all problems are answered the remaining letters answer a riddle.

A set of five worksheets on the transformation of functions. The first few worksheets focus on rigid transformations while the last few include non-rigid transformations. Worksheets have students state transformations, graph functions and write equations. An answer key is included.

An additional practice puzzle solving linear equations. Problems involve parentheses, fractions, and decimals. The questions are arranged in a grid so that the solutions in rows and columns add to the same "magic" number. The puzzle format encourages students to check their work.

A packet of seven worksheets with answers. Topics include solving by graphing, factoring, completing the square, quadratic formula and discriminant. Questions give students a chance to practice each method and choose the best method.