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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 AP AB Calculus,No Calculator,limits using L'Hopital's Rule - or not, Puzzle 9

AP AB Calculus,No Calculator,limits using L'Hopital's Rule - or not, Puzzle 9

This offering is a "mathacrostics" puzzle affording teachers and students another opportunity to practice and/or review finding limits using L'Hopital's Rule - or not. It is intended to help students prepare for the no-calculator part of the AB AP calculus test. For this reason (and several others) a sheet with complete solutions of all problems given in the puzzle will be included. This puzzle is one of 30 puzzles created for a "first quarter college calculus-type course" - in high school, home
Preview of AP AB Calculus,No Calculator,derivatives of inverse trig functions, Puzzle 7

AP AB Calculus,No Calculator,derivatives of inverse trig functions, Puzzle 7

This offering is a "mathacrostics" puzzle affording teachers and students another opportunity to practice and/or review finding derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions. It is intended to help students prepare for the no-calculator part of the AB AP calculus test. For this reason (and several others) a sheet with complete solutions of all problems given in the puzzle will be included. This puzzle is one of 30 puzzles created for a "first quarter college calculus-type course" - in high scho
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 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 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 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 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 Calculus Beginnings and a Little Math Crossword,before calculus puzzle

Calculus Beginnings and a Little Math Crossword,before calculus puzzle

This offering is a Pre Calculus Calculus Beginnings and a Little Math Crossword wherein the puzzle-doer will be working on a crossword puzzle involving Calculus and Math facts. The 17 Calculus, Calculus mathematicians, and Math facts clues are all in bold-faced print. This puzzle will also be listed in a package of three beginning school calculus puzzles, a package of six beginning AND ending school calculus puzzles and also a bigger book-like listing. The"book" will consist of my 20 calculus
Preview of ALGEBRA 1 AREA PROBLEMS (FUNNY JOKE with solutions and FACTORING)

ALGEBRA 1 AREA PROBLEMS (FUNNY JOKE with solutions and FACTORING)

Students will DECODE the QUOTE: ¨Kids work 3x as hard for bonus points than for HW.¨ These AREA problems are designed for the student to draw a picture, label, set up an equation and solve multiple questions pertaining to the same word problem. Most problems require factoring. A few do NOT require factoring. SOLUTION WORKSHEET is INCLUDED.
Preview of Geometry Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

Geometry Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

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 difficulty.
Preview of AP AB No Calculator,derivatives using the power, product, quotient rule,Puzzle 2

AP AB No Calculator,derivatives using the power, product, quotient rule,Puzzle 2

This offering is a "mathacrostics" puzzle affording teachers and students another opportunity to practice and/or review finding derivatives using the power, product, and quotient rules with just polynomial functions. I HAVE responded to the notifications from two purchasers noting that there are mistakes and HAVE corrected the puzzle TWICE now (and believe me, I DO appreciate knowing that I've made mistakes) . . . and I DO believe that I've/we've found ALL the mistakes on this puzzle. (At the
Preview of "Criss-Cross Will Make Ya Think, Think!"

"Criss-Cross Will Make Ya Think, Think!"

In this puzzle from our book, PRE-GEOMETRY PUZZLE RIDDLES, students will be … - Using parallel lines and transversals to find missing angles measurements Authors: Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora, Value Added Publishing For more fun, low priced, math puzzle books for the junior high and high school ages, visit us at www.valueaddedpublishing.com. Our MATHACROSTICS series includes Pre-Algebra Proverbs, Algebra Sports Quotes, Algebra 2 Movie Quotes, and Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles. All of our puzz
Preview of Pre-Calculus Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

Pre-Calculus Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

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 difficulty.
Preview of Using Quadratic Modeling to Maximize Area and Value Problems

Using Quadratic Modeling to Maximize Area and Value Problems

In this lesson/activity, students will - write a quadratic function that models the value of a certain inventory - write a quadratic function that models the area of a changing region - find the input value that maximizes value OR area -find the maximum value of an inventory OR maximum area that can be obtained under certain conditions The intent of this manipulative is to teach students how to create a quadratic function for real-world modeling. Students must then find the x
Preview of ALGEBRA 1 (HALLOWEEN) MIXED REVIEW word problems WITH SOLUTIONS

ALGEBRA 1 (HALLOWEEN) MIXED REVIEW word problems WITH SOLUTIONS

STUDENTS will decode a funny joke. Answer key is included. Topics include RT=D, mixture word problems, consecutive integer, beginning word problem set up/solve, and word problems with fractions.
Preview of GRAPHING "MERRY CHRISTMAS" on a coordinate plane

GRAPHING "MERRY CHRISTMAS" on a coordinate plane

In this graphing activity, students will - graph the cheer "Merry Christmas" -graph lines in slope-intercept form with given domains (boundaries) -graph vertical line segments given a range Author: MATT LORA, from Value Added Publishing (Creators of Algebra Sports Quotes, Pre-Algebra Proverbs, Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles, and Algebra 2 Movie Quotes. LIKE US on FACEBOOK! our store link is ...http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Value-Added-Publishing
Preview of Some Calculus, Some Mathematicians, More Math Crossword

Some Calculus, Some Mathematicians, More Math Crossword

This offering is a Post Calculus Some Calculus, Some Mathematicians and More Math Crossword wherein the puzzle-doer will be working on a crossword puzzle involving Calculus and Math. It is intended to be done AFTER thew course in Calculus is completed. The 19 Calculus, Calculus mathematicians, and Math facts clues are all in bold-faced print. This puzzle will also be listed in a package of three after calculus puzzles, a package of six beginning AND ending school calculus puzzles and also a
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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

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