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"Picking" Your Way through Are...	Setting up an equation (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,...
Algebra Quiz	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
This activity allows the user to practice solving algebraic equations, with variable time limit, difficulty, and problem type. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Algebraic Reasoning	Equations and functions (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,...
Balance	Equations and functions (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,...
Balance applets	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[3]
A series of balance applets of increasing difficulty. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Bricks Activity	Equations and functions (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,...
Bricks Activity	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan		[0]
Classroom activity (also called the Masonry Problem; a variation on polyominoes) to be explored through manipulatives (dominoes). Students explore different possibilities of making brick walls with an... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Bricks Activity Applet	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
This applet has an additional feature that allows students to investigate some more general characteristics of Bricks problem since they can attempt building walls of different sizes. They might embar... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Building a Brick Wall	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Support Material		[0]
A pictorial representation of the pattern that emerges as you investigate the problem posed in the Domino Activity. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Classroom narrative: Lulu	Equations and functions (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 Lulu microworld. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Domino Activity	Equations and functions (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,...
Domino Activity	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan		[0]
A classroom activity (similar to Pentomino + 1 = Hexomino; a variation on polyominoes) to be explored through manipulatives (paper dominoes). Students explore whether it is possible to cover a 6x5 gri... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Fibonacci Numbers and Brick Wa...	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Support Material		[0]
This page explains the connection between the Fibonacci numbers to brick wall patterns. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Frogs and Geckos	Equations and functions (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,...
Function Graphing	Representations (Math 6)	TI-Nspire	Activity		[0]
This activity focuses on: * graphing an ordered pair, (a, f(a)), for a function f * the connection between a function, its table, and its graph * the interpretation of the horizontal coordinate o... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Function Machine	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[5]
This virtual manipulative is designed to teach the concept of a function. It does so by allowing you experiment with various functions. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Geocadabra	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Computer	Tool	$	[0]
Geocadabra is dynamic geometry software that supports students learning 2D and 3D geometry, functions and curves (with analysis), and probability. The software was developed in Holland, and is avai... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Grapher	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[5]
Using this virtual manipulative you may: graph a function; trace a point along the graph; dynamically vary function parameters; change the range of values displayed in the graph; graph multiple functi... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
In the Dark with an Elephant	Representations (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
Students are asked to investigate how the appearance of a graph changes, based on the scale of the graph and the region being viewed. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
In the Dark with an Elephant P...	Representations (Math 6)	Java Applet	Activity		[1]
Gives students experience in manipulating graphs by changing domain and range values for the viewing window, which can easily be carried over to more powerful tools such as graphing calculators. Allow... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
In the Dark with an Elephant T...	Representations (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan		[0]
Links to Standards, activities, lessons, Ask Dr. Math archives, vocabulary, other resources. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Kathleen's Story	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Story		[0]
A story related by a fourth grade Enrichment class teacher about how George Reese worked with two of her students on the Balance Applet tool. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Linear Functions Dialogue	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Calculator	Support Material		[0]
Discusses functions of the form y = ___*x + ___. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Locker Problem	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Lesson Plan		[0]
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,...
Locker Problem	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Java Applet	Tool		[0]
Investigate the famous Locker problem. Invent your own version! This applet has a feature that allows students to investigate some of their own versions of the locker problem. For example, instead of ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
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