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Linear Functions Dialogue	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Calculator	Support Material		[0]
Discusses functions of the form y = ___*x + ___. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Multi-Step Functions Discussio...	Setting up an equation (Math 6)	Calculator	Support Material		[1]
Discusses the notion of composite functions as several "number machines" with the output of one machine becoming the input of another. 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,...
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,...
Lulu Information for Teachers	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Computer	Lesson Plan		[1]
Suggestions of question prompts to provide students as they use Lulu, one of the Alive Maths microworlds. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Rational Number Relationships	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Excel	Lesson Plan		[0]
In this activity, students use an interactive spreadsheet template to explore relationships and patterns in rational numbers. The students will also learn how to create the template. Students will exp... 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,...
The Double Operation Function ...	Equations and functions (Math 6)	Flash	Tool		[1]
A function machine with two operations, and options to hide or reveal numbers and set all operations and numbers. A notepad is available for recording inputs and outputs, and a loop function takes the... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Thinking Blocks - Ratio Word P...	Setting up an equation (Math 6)+	Flash	Tool		[6]
Thinking Blocks teaches students in grades 4 - 6 how to model and solve multistep word problems dealing with ratio and proportion. Using brightly colored blocks, students model the relationships among... 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,...
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,...
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 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,...
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,...
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