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Middle School Math:
7th Grade (Inclusion, Regular Ed, Gifted) - 5 Years
8th Grade (Inclusion, Regular Ed) - 5 Years
7th & 8th Grade (Gifted & High Achieving) - 3 Years
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Introduction to Functions with Tables & Graphs (NOTES & PRACTICE)
This resource contains the following items: 1) Introduction to Functions NOTES & PRACTICE PROBLEMS· Creating Function Tables (Inputs & Outputs) · Is (x,y) a solution to the Function? · Creating Graphs of Functions 2) Introduction to Functions TEST PRACTICE8 Multiple Choice QuestionsPrintableVersion for Google Forms3) Answer Keys to All Parts Looking for more activities to give your students practice with functions? Check out these other resources by The Math Cafe: Linear and Nonlinear Functi
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.1
, 8.F.A.2
Also included in: Functions Part 1 Bundle
Solving Multi-Step Equations Notes, Partner Activity, Test Practice
This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Expressions & Equations Standards below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7Solve linear equations in one variable.CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7.BSolve linear equations with rational number coefficients, including equations whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms.It is highly recommended that students REVIEW solving 1- and 2-step equations, distributive property, and combin
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7b
Also included in: Multi-Step Equations MINI-BUNDLE
Equations with One, None, & Infinite Solutions NOTES & Practice
This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Expressions & Equations Standards below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7Solve linear equations in one variable. CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7.AGive examples of linear equations in one variable with one solution, infinitely many solutions, or no solutions. Show which of these possibilities is the case by successively transforming the given equation into simpler forms, until an equivalent equation of the form x = a, a = a, or a = b re
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
Also included in: Multi-Step Equations MINI-BUNDLE
Properties of Operations NOTES, SORTING ACTIVITY, TEST PRACTICE
This resource contains the following items: 1) Properties OVERVIEW: Commutative, Associative, Identity, Distributive2) Properties “Tree-Map” SORTING ACTIVITY (printable & version for Google Forms) 3) Properties TEST PRACTICE (printable & version made for Google Forms) 4) Answer Key to All Parts This resource comes in TWO VERSIONS:6th Grade: Only positive rational numbers are used7th Grade: Both positive and negative rational numbers are usedIf using for 7th grade, this lesson is meant to
7th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.NS.A.1d
, 7.NS.A.2c
Also included in: 7th Grade Math: The Number System UNIT BUNDLE
Pythagorean Theorem UNIT BUNDLE
NOTE: Google Apps Options - Only the ASSESSMENTS have Google Apps options. This bundle is NOT ideal for "Distance Learning" unless you have special access to PDF editors that remove answer keys, etc. This product was created to introduce, support, and assess students with the following 8th Grade Geometry Standards: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.G.B.6Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.G.B.7Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.B.6
, 8.G.B.7
, 8.G.B.8
Proportional Relationships (for 8th Grade) NOTES & Practice
Pre-Requisites: Students should already have a general understanding of how to write an equation from a verbal description, how to test for proportionality between any two ratios, and how to graph coordinates. This resource contains the following items: 1) Proportional Relationship NOTES & Practice Problems 2) Comparing Unit Rates of Proportional Relationships PRACTICE --4 Multiple Choice Questions comparing 2 or more relationships in different formats --Printable & v
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
Also included in: Functions Part 2 MINI-BUNDLE
Recognizing Proportional Relationships (Notes, Card Sort, Test Practice)
This resource contains: 1) Proportional or Not? DISCOVERY NOTES · This style of notes allows students to discover patterns that make proportional relationships in equations, tables, and graphs while still being guided by the teacher. · You may choose to present the summary notes first, however, making students look for patterns has proven extremely effective. 2) Proportional or Not? SUMMARY NOTES· If the discovery notes have been presented first, students should essentially be able to lead th
6th - 8th
Math, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.2a
, 7.RP.A.2c
+1
Also included in: 7th Grade Math Ratios & Proportional Relationships UNIT BUNDLE
Sequences of Transformations NOTES & PRACTICE
This resource works best when used after students have mastered knowledge of basic reflections, translations, rotations, and dilations (Follow the link to find resources for basic transformations). It contains the following elements: --2 pages of Notes/Examples --10 Test Practice questions (Printable & digital version for Google Forms) --1 answer key This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Geometry Standards below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.G.A.2Understand that a two-di
7th - 8th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.A.2
, 8.G.A.4
Also included in: Sequences of Transformations MINI-BUNDLE
Introduction to Slope (NOTES, PRACTICE, QUICK DRILL, TEST PRACTICE)
This resource contains the following items: 1) Introduction to Slope NOTES & PRACTICE PROBLEMS· T ypes of Slopes QUICK DRILL* [Display in Separate PPT File OR version for Google Forms] · Graphs · Tables · Coordinates · Equations** · Comparing Slopes in Different Contexts 2) Introduction to Slope TEST PRACTICEPrintableVersion for Google Forms3) Answer Keys to All Parts *A version of the Quick Drill for Google Forms included **Equations: There is an OPTIONAL challenge included which teaches
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.2
, 8.F.B.4
Also included in: Slope/Rate of Change Mini-Bundle (with option for Google Forms)
Volume of Cylinders, Cones, & Spheres NOTES & Practice
This resource contains the following items: 1) Volume NOTES & Practice* Problems for --Cylinders --Cones --Spheres 2) Optional* “Comparing Volume” Activity (works well for an informal collaborative partner activity). 3) Volume of Cylinders, Cones, & Spheres TEST PRACTICE Problems --10 Multiple Choice Questions --Printable --Additional Version for Google Forms 4) Answer Keys *Includes short answer and two constructed response multi-step practice problems. LICENSING TE
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.C.9
Also included in: Volume of Cylinders, Cones, & Spheres MINI-BUNDLE
Multi-Step Equations MINI-BUNDLE
NOTE: Google Apps Options - Only the ASSESSMENTS have Google Apps options. This bundle is NOT ideal for "Distance Learning" unless you have special access to PDF editors that remove answer keys, etc. This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Expressions & Equations Standards below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7Solve linear equations in one variable.CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7.AGive examples of linear equations in one variable with one solution, infinitely many solutions
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
, 8.EE.C.7b
Slope-Intercept Form NOTES, PRACTICE, TEST PRACTICE
Prerequisite: Students MUST know how to calculate rate of change from tables, graphs, formulas, and between two coordinates before attempting this lesson. The Math Café has designed this Slope-Intercept lesson to follow the following resources: Introduction to SlopeSlope/Rate of Change MINI-BUNDLEThis resource contains the following items: 1) Slope-Intercept Form NOTES & PRACTICE for: · Equations & Graphs · Equations & Tables · Equations & Two Coordinates · Equations & Word Problems
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.2
, 8.F.B.4
Also included in: Slope-Intercept Form MINI-BUNDLE
Relations & Functions NOTES & PRACTICE
This resource contains the following items: 1) Relations & Functions NOTES & PRACTICE PROBLEMS · Tables · Ordered Pairs · Graphs · Mapping Diagrams 2) Optional: Relations & Functions Quick Drill PPT --PowerPoint version for Whole Class Display that pairs with student response section in printed notes --Version for Google Forms (Autograded) 3) Multiple Choice TEST PRACTICE --Printable --Version for Google Forms (Autograded) 4) Answer Keys to All Parts This resource was
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.1
Also included in: Relations & Functions MINI-BUNDLE
Re-Writing Linear Expressions in Real World Problems NOTES & PRACTICE
This resource contains the following items: 1) Linear Expressions in Real World Problems NOTES & PRACTICE2) Re-Writing Linear Expressions in Real World Problems TEST PRACTICE (printable & version for Google Forms). 3) Answer Key to All Parts This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 7th Grade Expressions & Equations Standards below. CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.EE.A.2 Understand that rewriting an expression in different forms in a problem context can shed light on the problem and
7th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.EE.A.2
Also included in: Linear Expressions MINI-BUNDLE
Linear & Nonlinear Functions NOTES & PRACTICE
This resource contains the following items: 1) Linear & Nonlinear Functions NOTES & PRACTICE PROBLEMS · Graphs · Tables · Equations 2) Multiple Choice TEST PRACTICE - Printable & Version for Google Forms 3) Answer Keys to All Parts This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Function Standards below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.A.3 Interpret the equation y = mx + b as defining a linear function, whose graph is a straight line; give examples of functions that are
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.3
Also included in: Linear vs. Nonlinear Functions MINI-BUNDLE
Using Pythagorean Theorem for Distance between 2 Points NOTES & PRACTICE
This resource contains the following items: 1) Distance Between Two Points using Pythagorean Theorem NOTES & Practice Problems 2) Distance Between Two Points Test Practice -- > Printable & Version for Google Forms 3) Optional Extension: Pythagorean Theorem vs. The Distance Formula 4) Answer Keys NOTE: There is an optional extension to help students connect the Pythagorean theorem process to the distance formula process they will learn in the next grade level. The distance formula
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.B.8
Also included in: Pythagorean Theorem UNIT BUNDLE
Operations in Scientific Notation: NOTES, Partner Activity, Test Practice
This resource was developed to partially meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Expressions & Equations Standard below (targeted part in bold). CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.A.3Use numbers expressed in the form of a single digit times an integer power of 10 to estimate very large or very small quantities, and to express how many times as much one is than the other. For example, estimate the population of the United States as 3 times 108 and the population of the world as 7 times 109, and determine th
7th - 9th
Math, Math Test Prep, Numbers
CCSS
8.EE.A.3
, 8.EE.A.4
Also included in: Scientific Notation Mini-Bundle
Slope/Rate of Change Mini-Bundle (with option for Google Forms)
NOTE: Google Apps Options - Only the ASSESSMENTS and a few other specified activities have Google Apps options. This bundle is NOT ideal for "Distance Learning" unless you have special access to PDF editors that remove answer keys, etc. This resource was developed to partially meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Functions Standards below, with primary focus on SLOPE/RATE OF CHANGE: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.A.2Compare properties of two functions each represented in a different way (algebraically
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.F.A.2
, 8.F.B.4
Pythagorean Theorem: Applying in Mathematical, Real-Life, and 3D Problems
This resource contains the following resources: 1) Applying Pythagorean Theorem NOTES & Practice Problems in a) Right Triangles b) Real-World Problems c) 3-D Figures 2) Applying Pythagorean Theorem TEST PRACTICE Problems -- > Printable & Version for Google Forms 3) Answer Keys LICENSING TERMS: This purchase includes a license for one teacher only for personal use in their classroom. Licenses are non-transferable, meaning they can not be passed from one teacher
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.B.7
Also included in: Pythagorean Theorem UNIT BUNDLE
Pythagorean Theorem Proof & Converse NOTES & TEST PRACTICE
This resource was developed to meet the requirements of the 8th Grade Geometry Standard below: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.G.B.6 Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.It contains the following resources: 1) Pythagorean Theorem Proof & Converse: 4 Example Problems 2) Pythagorean Theorem Proof & Converse: 10 TEST PRACTICE Problems 3) Answer Keys Note: It does NOT contain a reference to the Pythagorean theorem formula, however this serves as a building block between the concrete
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.G.B.6
Also included in: Pythagorean Theorem Proof Mini-Bundle
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Experience
Middle School Math:
7th Grade (Inclusion, Regular Ed, Gifted) - 5 Years
8th Grade (Inclusion, Regular Ed) - 5 Years
7th & 8th Grade (Gifted & High Achieving) - 3 Years
Teaching style
I believe in balance when teaching math--a balance between the systematic and the exploratory. My classroom has a routine, but variations of lesson styles within the general structure. I love asking "why" and then "why" again.
I also believe in the power of positivity--complimenting hard work and giving attention to the good. Treating students as if you are on the same team instead of making it a point to exercise your authority over them always builds stronger relationships, and thus builds their confidence and performance.
My trademark is developing spiraling and/or cumulative review. This shows up in daily starters, weekly/bi-weekly quizzes, and cumulative review study guides. If they don't keep practicing it, they'll lose it!
The resources I make for TpT, I'm actually making for my own classroom--and I never sit down to make an activity without a copy of the standards (GSE/Common Core) in my hands!
Awards & shining teacher moments
School Teacher of the Year, 2015 - 2016
County Teacher of the year, 2016 - 2017
Outstanding Student Growth Percentile Recognition, 2015 - 2016
My own education history
B.S. in Human Development, Licensed K-8
M.Ed. in Classroom Teaching
Ed.S. in Curriculum & Instruction
Gifted Endorsement
Additional biographical information
Originally from rural Western New York State, I now live in slightly less-rural Tennessee with my husband (who immigrated to the US from New Zealand!), our little daughter, and one cat. Five of my seven siblings and three cousins live close by with their families--the same people who aggravated me as a child are now my absolute best friends.
Since the birth of my daughter, I have had the amazing opportunity to take time away from teaching and stay home with her. However, I still can't resist creating all of the resources I would be using if I were still in the classroom!
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