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Bluffton, Ohio, United States
About the store
Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora have a combined 53 years experience of teaching in the classroom and many, many hours of one-on-one tutoring. Although Jay may not appreciate how it will be noted that there is a significant age difference between us, our success as a small company is the product of understanding, monitoring and helping students maintain key mathematical disciplines. Our goals are established by our line of "trendy" and creative products.
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Preview of ALGEBRA AIR PRACTICE SETS 1-20

ALGEBRA AIR PRACTICE SETS 1-20

Here are 20 sets of Algebra EOY practice problems that may appear on the PARCC test. Make sure to follow/LIKE VALUE ADDED PUBLISHING on FACEBOOK so that you can receive the latest updates!! Value Added Publishing on teacherspayteachers.com is where one can find a surplus of practice examples for the Algebra EOY (End of Year) tests. The amount of practice in preparation for the ALGEBRA EOY test is very limited, so Value Added Publishing decided to create examples of problems to help Algebra
Preview of 7 (HALLOWEEN) ALGEBRA 1 PUZZLE WORKSHEETS with solutions

7 (HALLOWEEN) ALGEBRA 1 PUZZLE WORKSHEETS with solutions

Here are 7 Algebra 1 HALLOWEEN puzzle worksheets to help your students with problem solving. (It will also give you a break from your long lectures). Here is what is included. 1) 7 puzzle worksheets and their corresponding solutions which totals 14 total pages 2) topics include a) various area problems b) various area problems with factoring c) various rate times time word problems RT=D d) percents e) various "work" type problems f) various "mixture" word p
Preview of Cartesian Cartoon,H. S. graphing,Pumpkin,lines,Halloween,piece-wise

Cartesian Cartoon,H. S. graphing,Pumpkin,lines,Halloween,piece-wise

Pumpkin (Please understand, our puzzle looks MUCH better than the thumbnail that you see above!) In this graphing puzzle, the student will: 1). graph piece-wise functions. 2). graph line segments in slope-intercept form with a domain. 3). graph horizontal and vertical line segments. Our Cartesian Cartoon Puzzle series is intended to offer different slants and blends from most of the “graphing ordered pairs” worksheets and puzzles that are currently on the market. As with all our puzzles we hop
Preview of Complete Set 20, 8th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

Complete Set 20, 8th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

This is the complete set of our 8th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/
Preview of Mathematics Curriculum Director's Dream Team,Package 23,M.S. & H.S. college prep

Mathematics Curriculum Director's Dream Team,Package 23,M.S. & H.S. college prep

This is a huge package of supplemental/neccessary middle school math, algebra, geometry. algebra II, trigonometry, pre-calculus, and calculus activities bound to please any Curriculum Director, particularly when cost is considered. ALL of Value Added Publishing’s digitally rendered supplemental offerings for middle school and high school in one cost-saving package. The “combo +” package includes five different forms of activities (735 pages of problems and answers) geared to improving the at
Preview of High School Algebra,Mathematics,graphing,activities,Combo + Package 12

High School Algebra,Mathematics,graphing,activities,Combo + Package 12

Here’s a package of arithmetic and math activities bound to please any High School Algebra teacher . . . a great present for yourself, or a favorite teacher. The “combo +” includes five different forms of activities geared to improving the atmosphere and the testing scores of any High School Algebra classroom . . . and it’s priced at a 26% discount from buying the five items separately. Included are: the complete set of High School Algebra Board Sessions WITH SOLUTIONS to all the problems, not j
Preview of Mid. Sch. Mathematics Curriculum Director's Dream Team,Package 21,math,algebra

Mid. Sch. Mathematics Curriculum Director's Dream Team,Package 21,math,algebra

This is a package of arithmetic, math, algebra, and geometry activities bound to please any Middle School Curriculum Director . . . ALL of Value Added Publishing’s digitally rendered offerings in one cost-saving package. The “combo +” includes five different forms of activities (404 pages of problems and answers) geared to improving the atmosphere of the classroom and the testing scores of middle school students (from fifth graders to eighth graders) . . . and it’s priced at an 18% discount
Preview of Middle School Algebra,Algebra,mathematics,activities,Combo + Package 10

Middle School Algebra,Algebra,mathematics,activities,Combo + Package 10

Here’s a package of arithmetic and math activities bound to please any Middle School Algebra teacher . . . a great present for yourself, or a favorite teacher. The “combo +” includes five different forms of activities geared to improving the atmosphere and the testing scores of any Middle School Algebra classroom . . . and it’s priced at a 26% discount from buying the five items separately. Included are: the complete set of Middle School Algebra Board Sessions ($19.95), the complete set of Middl
Preview of LINEAR vs. EXPONENTIAL functions

LINEAR vs. EXPONENTIAL functions

In this activity, students will -Write the equation of a linear function and an exponential function from the same 2 points. One point will always be on the y-intercept..(0,y). Students will then always evaluate each function at x = 6 and make a general statement. -determine if a sequence is arithmetic or geometric -write a rule for an arithmetic and geometric sequence LINEAR vs. EXPONENTIAL functions by Matt Lora is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Preview of Complete Set 20 Board Geometry Board Sessions,Review WITH Solutions,ACT,SAT

Complete Set 20 Board Geometry Board Sessions,Review WITH Solutions,ACT,SAT

This is the complete set of all 20 Geometry Board Sessions. These twenty sessions will take teacher and student through the entire year of a typical Geometry course at the high school level . . . giving problems that constantly review and blend topics, challenge,"come out " relatively nicely (No calculator is needed.), . . AND each session has a solution sheet with explanations! ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this pa
Preview of 5th Grade Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,5th Grade math,quiz bowl

5th Grade Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,5th Grade math,quiz bowl

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficu
Preview of Solving Systems of Equations in Geometric Applications

Solving Systems of Equations in Geometric Applications

In this activity, students will 1) set up a system for each problem. 2) solve for x and y. 3) use their x and y values to find additional information about each problem. Students will need to have an understanding of properties of parallel lines, the base-angle theorem, supplementary angles, triangle sum theorem, Pythagorean theorem, and perimeter and area of triangles. Two practice sets are given with answer keys. This was created by Matt Lora at Value Added Publishing. Our store link is h
Preview of APPLYING ALL KINDS of QUADRATIC SCENARIOS, (HALLOWEEN), FUNNY JOKE w/ solutions

APPLYING ALL KINDS of QUADRATIC SCENARIOS, (HALLOWEEN), FUNNY JOKE w/ solutions

STUDENTS will DECODE a FUNNY JOKE involving all kinds of quadratic applications. AREA, PROJECTED OBJECTS, MAXIMIZING HEIGHTS and VALUES of WAREHOUSE INVENTORY, FINDING LANDING TIMES of OBJECTS, etc will be included. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT REVIEW. FACTORING and the QUADRATIC FORMULA can be used. Some problems, the quadratic terms cancel out! ANSWER KEY IS INCLUDED! ENJOY!
Preview of APPLYING QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS (standard form) HALLOWEEN,FUNNY JOKE with solutions

APPLYING QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS (standard form) HALLOWEEN,FUNNY JOKE with solutions

Students will DECODE a FUNNY JOKE involving an assortment of questions involving QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS. Concepts of finding heights at certain times, finding times given heights, finding maximum heights, finding maximum warehouse inventory values, finding when objects land, etc will be asked. ANSWER KEY IS ALSO INCLUDED.
Preview of Complete Set 20, M.S. Algebra Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,digitally

Complete Set 20, M.S. Algebra Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,digitally

This is the complete set of our Middle School (M.S.) Algebra Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY go
Preview of All TEN Middle School and High School Mathnerdys,math,algebra-calculus

All TEN Middle School and High School Mathnerdys,math,algebra-calculus

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficu
Preview of ARITHMETIC SEQUENCE, LINEAR FUNCTION, APPLICATION -FUNNY JOKE (HALLOWEEN)

ARITHMETIC SEQUENCE, LINEAR FUNCTION, APPLICATION -FUNNY JOKE (HALLOWEEN)

Students will DECODE a funny HALLOWEEN joke that involves LINEAR RELATIONSHIPS and ARITHMETIC SEQUENCES. The word problems are geared to make the student ultimately write the equation of a line (or the rule) from two data points OR generate the equation (or rule) given a RATE and another data point. After the rule is found, another set of questions will be asked that relate to the generated rule. ANSWER KEY IS INCLUDED
Preview of Complete Set 20 Algebra I Board Sessions,Review WITH solutions,ACT/SAT Prep

Complete Set 20 Algebra I Board Sessions,Review WITH solutions,ACT/SAT Prep

This set of Board Sessions consists of an entire year's worth of material from a typical Algebra I class. The order may be a bit different from the order in which the buyer/user is used to . . . but that's the beauty of having all twenty sessions . . . you can use the problems in any order and whenever your heart desires. The intent is to give a teacher problems for their students to do at the board. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions
Preview of ALGEBRA 1 (HALLOWEEN JOKE) PERCENT INCREASE/DECREASE word problems w/ solutions

ALGEBRA 1 (HALLOWEEN JOKE) PERCENT INCREASE/DECREASE word problems w/ solutions

KIDS will decode a funny joke involving an assortment of percent increase and decrease word problems. Some problems involve finding original and new prices using a percent increase AND a sales tax. This worksheet COVERS every kind of basic INC/DEC percent problem. Solution worksheet is available too.
Preview of 5th Grade Board Sessions, Complete Set of 20 Sessions,Common Core & Review

5th Grade Board Sessions, Complete Set of 20 Sessions,Common Core & Review

This is the complete set of our 5th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/sol
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About the store

Experience

Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora have a combined 53 years experience of teaching in the classroom and many, many hours of one-on-one tutoring. Although Jay may not appreciate how it will be noted that there is a significant age difference between us, our success as a small company is the product of understanding, monitoring and helping students maintain key mathematical disciplines. Our goals are established by our line of "trendy" and creative products.

Teaching style

Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora agree that students and teachers will have success in the math classroom by using 3 simple rules. 1) Teaching and Learning has to be FUN! 2) Students must memorize basic facts about numbers and their operations. 3) Monitoring of student performance must be weekly and should be cumulative using calculator and non-calculator assessments.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Jay Waggoner: Teacher of the Year Award at Shawnee High School (Lima, OH) 1996

My own education history

Jay Waggoner: BA and MA in teaching Mathematics Matt Lora: BA and MA in teaching Mathematics

Additional biographical information

For more biography information, please learn about us at http://www.valueaddedpublishing.com