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Frogs and Geckos	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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,...
"Picking" Your Way through Are...	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	TI-Nspire	Activity	[0]
In this activity, students will discover Pick’s Theorem by ﬁnding the relationship between area and the number of boundary points and interior points of a lattice polygon. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance Applet Teacher Introdu...	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)		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,...
Play with Frogs Information fo...	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Computer	Lesson Plan	[1]
Suggestions of question prompts to provide students as they use Play with Frogs, one of the Alive Maths microworlds. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Understanding Algebraic Factor...	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan	[0]
Students use algebra tiles to explore algebraic factoring. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Understanding Factoring throug...	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan	[0]
Understanding factoring through geometry: students work cooperatively to display a numeral as the area of a rectangle, and make as many rectangular arrangements as possible for each numeral given. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Classroom narrative: Frogs	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Computer	Story	[0]
A story from the middle school classroom: the mathematical ideas and questions encountered by one group of students worked with the Frogs microworld. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Algebraic Reasoning	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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,...
Alginon's Algebra	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Flash	Tool	[0]
Hide and reveal elements in two-step algebraic equations, as a basis for discussion of the ideas term, expression, and equation. Also includes an assessment activity. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Magic Number Cauldron	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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 6)	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,...
Algebra Tiles	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool	[3]
Visualize multiplying and factoring algebraic expressions using tiles. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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 6)	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,...
Coin Problem	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool	[5]
Use deduction to find the lighter coin. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Integer Bars	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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 6)	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,...
Play with Frogs	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	JavaScript	Tool	[1]
This is the Frogs microworld. Can you exchange sides with the other team of Frogs by jumping or sliding? Frogs provides a great way of getting acquainted with ideas in Algebra, Problem Solving, Reason... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Variables and Unknowns	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	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 6)	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,...
Miranda and the Rookie	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Spreadsheet	Technology PoW	[6]
Use a spreadsheet to compare salaries of the star basketball player and the rookie. Students are invited to use the link "Submit your answer" to share their solutions, and then "self-ment... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Miranda y el Principiante	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Spreadsheet	Technology PoW	[0]
Usa una base de datos para comparar los sueldos del basquetbolista famoso con el del principiante. Se invita a los estudiantes a usar el enlace "envía tu respuesta" para compartir sus sol... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
TI-PoW: Caliyah's Cart	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	TI-Nspire	Technology PoW	[0]
Use your TI-Nspire to figure out the maximum number of items Caliyah can buy if she limits the total weight and cost of her purchase. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Bricks Activity	Patterns and sequences (Math 6)	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 6)	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,...
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