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Frogs and Geckos	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[1]
Students play the Frogs and Geckos Game (also called Traffic Jam) to find the least number of moves that it takes for the frogs and geckos to change places. Students also record the number of steps an... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Traffic Jam Activity	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[2]
A classroom activity, to be explored through large movement experience, manipulatives, and an interactive Java applet. Students then revisit the activity, look for patterns, and write the answer algeb... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance Applet Teacher Introdu...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)		Lesson Plan		[0]
The Balance Applet is a game. There is a balance and 3 different shapes. The weight of one shape is given. The player is asked to find the other shapes' weights using the balance. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Traffic Jam - Teacher Lesson P...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan		[6]
A classroom activity (also called Hop, Skip, Jump) aligned to the NCTM and California Standards, to be explored through large movement experience, manipulatives, and an interactive Java applet. Studen... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Teaching-Tools.com	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Computer	Support Material	$	[1]
Teaching-Tools.com contains a series of online "tools" enabling you to quickly generate an almost infinite number of math (and other subjects) worksheets and their answer keys. You can then choose to... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Traffic Jam Solutions and Refl...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Support Material		[0]
A page of the solutions and reflections on this problem from participants in the 1996 Math Forum Summer Institute. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Algebraic Reasoning	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Flash	Tool		[7]
This program introduces students to fundamental concepts in algebra. Using two or three weighing scales, students must determine the weight of a specific object or group of objects. The program provid... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Magic Number Cauldron	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Flash	Tool		[0]
Using a Macbeth style backdrop, ingredients are added to the witches' cauldron to make a number spell. The activity needs supporting via teacher questioning but the basic objective is to work out the ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Resources for Interactive Whit...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Flash	Tool		[2]
Mathsframe.co.uk was created by a primary school teacher who thought it ridiculous that he spent most of his Sunday evenings searching for resources to use on his interactive whiteboard. ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Thinking Blocks: Addition and ...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Flash	Tool		[1]
Learn how to solve word problems involving addition and subtraction. Organize story components into visual models that are easy to understand. Practice Set 1: Part/Whole with Two Pa... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Thinking Blocks: Multiplicatio...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Flash	Tool		[2]
Learn how to solve challenging multiplication and division problems by building simple math models. Multiplication - 1 Step Multiplication - Multistep A Multipli... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Tool		[1]
This applet allows students to play with the concept of force and mass, and provides them with a great introduction to algebra as they attempt to formulate rules for balancing a teeter-totter and for ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance Applet	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
The weight of one of three shapes is shown in a box below that shape. Try to figure out the weight of the other two objects by using the balance. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Integer Bars	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
Integer bars are similar to "Cuisenaire Rods." This applet offers various ways of manipulating virtual integer bars on screen. Its associated lesson contains material to introduce many basic mathemati... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Pan Balance - Shapes (Fixed Va...	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Tool		[3]
This double pan balance, created for use by participants in the PreK‑2 Algebra E‑Workshop, is a special version of the Pan Balance - Shapes applet. It uses numbers that are friendly for pr... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Traffic Jam Applet	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Java Applet	Tool		[12]
Equal numbers of people face each other with one open slot between them. Everybody faces the open slot. If there are 6 people there will be 7 slots, 6 of which must always have people in them. People ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Variables and Unknowns	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	PowerPoint	Tool		[4]
This is a PowerPoint lesson on variables designed with the middle schooler in mind. The lesson uses color, sound, and animation to effectively illustrate necessary concepts and procedures. Students a... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
This sketch contains a collection of five different shapes: a star, square, circle, triangle, and diamond. The weight of these shapes can be compared by using the provided balance scale; simply drag o... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Circles and Squares	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Using arithmetic reasoning and logic, players try to determine the secret values of the square and circle in as few turns as possible. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Number Sequences: III	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Computer	Activity	$	[1]
Alterable worksheet in which students fill in the missing numbers in sequences, counting forwards and backwards in 6's, 7's, 8's, 9's, 10's, 11's, 15's, 19's, 21's, and 25's. Fee required to print; s... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Bricks Activity	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[0]
Student page for the classroom activity (also called the Masonry Problem; a variation on polyominoes) to be explored through manipulatives (dominoes). Students explore different possibilities of makin... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Domino Activity	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[0]
Student page for the classroom activity (similar to Pentomino + 1 = Hexomino; a variation on polyominoes) to be explored through manipulatives (paper dominoes). Students explore whether it is possible... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Locker Problem Activity	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[1]
A classroom activity (also called 1000 Lockers) to be explored through the use of manipulatives and a ClarisWorks spreadsheet. Students then look for patterns and write the answer algebraically. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Patterns, Relations, and Funct...	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Java Applet	Activity		[1]
This eModule presents sequences of geometric patterns and encourages students to generate rules and functions describing relationships between the pattern number and characteristics of the pattern. S... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Spy Game Lesson	Patterns and sequences (Math 5)	Calculator	Lesson Plan		[0]
Students will learn how to do modular math and use it to decipher encrypted messages. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
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