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Elementary fractions laboratories
Candy Probability: Discovery of EXPERIMENTAL vs. THEORETICAL Probability
Middle Schoolers LOVE probability!
This is a GREAT lesson around Halloween when the kids are already hyped up on sugar and want to 'talk' to their classmates.
This activity allows the students to DISCOVER the differences between EXPERIMENTAL and THEORETICAL probability and connect it to everyday experiences. The probability lesson lends itself to fractions, decimals, percents, data collection, rational & irrational numbers, statistical graphs (box and whiskers, frequency tables...), measu
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5th - 9th
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Scientific Method Experiment - Gummy Bears Lab - Worksheets NO PREP
Scientific Method Gummy Bears Lab Science Experiment: These worksheets provide step by step instructions through the Scientific Method Experiment lab process. It is engaging and fun!Just bring the candy - and the sheets are ready to use -NO PREP!The process includes:Question, hypothesis, procedure, data recording tables, graphing and data analysis and post-lab reflection and discussion questions.Note: If you enjoyed this product, check out available resources by topic.Also available:Scientific
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4th - 9th
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The Cookie Conundrum - Adding Fractions
This activity offers a hands-on and engaging approach to mastering fraction addition through a real-world lens. Students will explore the concept by doubling or tripling a frosting recipe, witnessing firsthand how fractions seamlessly apply in practical scenarios. Not only does this activity reinforce mathematical skills, but the added excitement of indulging in their creation enhances student involvement and makes learning fractions an unforgettable experience.
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3rd - 5th
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M&M Lab for Fractions, Decimals & Percents
Lab for students to eat and learn! Students use a party size (halloween kind) bag of m&ms to calculate, convert and graph ratios, decimals and percents of each color of m&ms in the bag.
Reflection and Critical Thinking Conclusion activity included. Extension extra credit also included.
*for lower level students I add M&Ms to their bag to make 20 total since quantities per bag have lowered in recent years.
2 page procedures and 2 page Data collection
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5th - 7th
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Fractions, Decimals, and Percents Mosaic Pixel Art Activity
This mosaic/pixel act worksheet is a fun, creative, and engaging way to incorporate art into teaching the representation of fractions, decimals, and percents!Pictures of examples are included!Students are given a grid with 100 squares and can create a picture or designStudents then record the following in the bottom table:Colors that were usedNumber of squares in each colorFraction, decimal, and percent representing the number of squares out of the whole for each color usedCheck out these other
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3rd - 5th
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Bottle Flipping: Math in Motion
As long as the students are going to flip bottles, let’s find the math in it. This measurement, data, and technology activity will keep the students so engaged that they’ll forget that they are learning rigorous math!As a “S.T.E.M. in Action” lesson, you’ll find all four components of a true S.T.E.M. curriculum represented.Science — Students measure mass and compare the behavior of the liquids as they flip the bottle.Technology — Students can build a spreadsheet and use it to collect and aggrega
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Math Lab Fibonacci Sequence Patterns in Nature
Welcome to Kindly Pass The Math!The following lab is intended to introduce students to The Fibonacci Sequence for the first time.* The lab is presented in an investigative manner, provoking thought among the students and guiding them into a great learning experience as they initially enter the world of The Fibonacci's Sequence.* Students find the lab to be as enjoyable as it is a great learning experience.* Students begin the lab by defining five pertinent terms to the lab investigation.* Th
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Draw the Fibonacci Spiral, Fibonacci in Nature, Golden Ratio
Does March really come in like a lion and out like a lamb? CCSS PBL Weather Lab
We’ve all heard the old wives’ tale that March goes in like a lion and out like a lamb. But is it really true? Have your students find out in this engaging, problem based learning lab, aligned to the CCSS.
After presenting the problem to your students, they will have to figure out:
• What constitutes a “lion” or a “lamb” day
• How to collect data over the month
• Where to find weather reports
• What conclusion they can make after analyzing the data
You can complete this activity with your s
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3rd - 5th
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People Perfectly in Proportion: The Golden Ratio
Zip File includes - PDF and editable documentLesson Setup: This lesson can be used for students at all developmental levels. Measuring with a ruler, error analysis, and proportional thinking are a few of the skills this lesson practices. Groups can be made based upon skill requirements. Lower functioning students can perform measurements and watch higher performing students do calculations. Result could also be presented by a possible third student - if you want to do trios as opposed to pa
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
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5th Grade Go Math Chapter 6 Document Camera Lessons
DISCLAIMER: Please, read the description thoroughly. Some lessons may not follow Go Math curriculum 100% of the time. Also, some math problems may have been skipped due to their unnecessary difficulty, or repetitiveness. Finally, the names of characters in math problems may have been changed to make the problem more appealing to students. In addition, the lessons are completely editable. Feel free to change any or all parts of it. For example, I use bitmojis throughout and I used mine. Therefor
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5th
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Coke vs. Pepsi Scientific Method Lab
In this lab, students will be using the scientific method to solve who is more accurate identifying if a liquid is Coke or Pepsi. This is a lab that can be done together as a class to introduce or practice the scientific method. My students LOVE this lab!
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4th - 8th
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Match fraction pictures with fractions
Match fraction pictures with fractions. 30 cards to print and laminate 30 cards fraction images and 30 fractions. The fractional images have different shapes and colors. Difficulty varies. Print and laminate. Match the correct fraction image with fraction numbers. The material can be used as an exercise for the group individually, in pairs or together to practice fractions. The exercise can also be used as a starting task in the lesson, or why not as part of an escape room.
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2nd - 5th
M & M Math and Science Lab
A lab activity that combines the scientific method with creating graphs, changing fractions to decimals, to percent with M & M's.
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5th - 7th
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Donut Mini-Muffin Fraction Activity
Help your students convert fractions using multiplication in a
practical way. Students will take a recipe, half it, then quarter it.
Can they do it correctly to make delicious mini-muffin donuts?
They will be the judge of that when they share muffins with their
classmates after they are made.
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4th - 7th
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CCSS:
Fraction Dough
In this lesson students work to make dough using only 1/3 and 1/4 measuring cups. Students are challenged to make the dough by combining this measurements to meet the recipe requirements.
Teacher directions and recipe only.
CCSS aligned 3rd and 4th grade.
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2nd - 5th
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Human Body Ratios
This is a math, lab activity that asks students to consider the ratios of their body parts by comparing femur, head and height measurements. This is designed for pairs in the classroom, but it can be done individually or with family members at home!
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5th - 8th
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Fraction of a Number
Students will use two-color counters to find the fraction of a number.
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4th - 9th
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Measurement Lab
Use this printable GRAPHIC ORGANIZER for students to use to record their findings!
All they will need is a double sided ruler to find items and measure them using both CUSTOMARY AND METRIC units of length!
Students can record their findings in fraction form labeling the unit of measure correctly.
FOLLOW-UP ASSIGNMENT: CONVERTING FRACTIONS TO DECIMALS
After completing their graphic organizer, students can convert their fractions to decimals to extend and enrich the lesson.
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
Our World of Circles: An Inquiry-Based Lab for Pi
In this activity, students "discover" what pi represents by measuring various circumferences and diameters of circular objects and identifying the pattern. This aims to provide deeper conceptual understanding of pi, and therefore assist students in understanding pi's many applications.
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5th - 8th
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Skittles Math Lab - With a Twist
Who doesn't love Skittles? How many 4th graders don't enjoy a lab? In this lesson, students will be given an opportunity to work in small groups. Each member of the group will have a specific role. That role will be determined based on the envelope that is taped under his/her desk or chair.
This file is my lesson plan only. The documents that go with it are in separate files, and I charge a small amount for them. This file is free to give you an opportunity to review the lesson prior to purchas
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4th
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CCSS:
Touch the Earth
Here is a wonderful free activity that creates a lasting impression for your students about the Earth’s resources. It incorporates Common Core Math Standards with science and social studies!
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3rd - 6th
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Experimental Probability Lab
This is a quick lab recording sheet using a colored spinner.
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4th - 7th
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Applied Lab: Fractions used in Recipes
In class activity to be used along with a lesson about adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing fractions.
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Grades:
5th - 7th, Higher Education
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