January 2007
Grade 6 Mathematics
by knann (via)Outstanding resource from Learn Alberta. Twenty one lessons for key concepts in math for grade 6, overview of problem solving strategies, a glossary, and activities for reinforcing number facts (operations) via various strategies. Use of animation video and sound make this an engaging site for students.
May 2006
InterMath / Dictionary / How to Use
by knannThe Interactive Mathematics Dictionary is a dictionary for middle school students.Description - Provides the term, definition and examples of the term.
Related Terms - Provides related terms to term that was selected.Everyday Examples- Provides a model or picture of how or where the term is used in every day life.
Interactive Checkpoints - Interactive problems related to the term.More Information - Provides links to explorations and historical information on related Internet sites.
Challenge - Provides a link to the InterMath web site challenge that corresponds with the term.
January 2006
Quadrilateral Quest: Do You Know Their Properties?
by knannComplete the quest to see how well you know your quadrilaterals.
Quiltmaker
by knannDesign a quilt by clicking on the squares. Each square has 6 possible positions.
Change COLORS by clicking the color palettes
Make a quilt by clicking REPEAT, REFLECT or ROTATE
December 2005
The Broken Calculator
by knann (via)Use the broken calculator to solve your math problems in a creative way. Can you add 2+2 if the addition key is broken? Sure can..how about (3*2)-2 . The answer is the same! Create some challenges for you, your friends, and teachers!
CountOn - The Rules of Sudoku
by knannThe rules of the game are simple: each of the nine blocks has to contain all the numbers 1-9 within its squares. Each number can only appear once in a row, column or box. Every puzzle has just one correct solution.
Middle School Madness: Problems of the Week Archive
by knannChallenging math problems for you to solve. Email your answer to find out if you are right!
Enriching Mathematics
by knannActivities to explore and engage with mathematical ideas.
Provides challenging activities which provide students with opportunities to develop their mathematics.
A Creative Encounter of the Numerical Kind
by knann (via)After researching place value and numeration systems, students create a base-4 numeration system for a primitive alien tribe.
Searching for Solutions WebQuest
by knannThis web-based unit will introduce students to strategies and real-life practice activities for applying problem-solving skills. Students will investigate real problems through a variety of websites and group activities.
Discovering the Value of Pi
by knannThe students will measure the diameter and circumference of many circles and will estimate their relationship. By doing so, they should discover the approximate value of pi. By discovering it on their own they should feel rewarded and gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental concept of pi.
Problem Solving with Pentominos
by knannPentominos are the names of shapes created by 5 squares connected together. The objective of the puzzle is to place all pentominos inside the square after marking 4 boxes to remain empty.
Math Through Culture:Culturally-Situated Design Tools
by knann (via)Many cultural designs are based on mathematical principles. This software will help students learn standards-based mathematics as they simulate the original artifacts, and develop their own creations.
NCTM : Illuminations Lessons
by knannInteractive Math tools for grades for K-12. Accompanied by lesson plans and NCTM standards
November 2005
Math Continuum
by knannVideo tutorials and interactive activities with audio. Strands include: Numbers and Operations, Patterns and Relations, Geometry, Statistics and Probabiity
Activities - Adding and subtracting Fractions, Fractions and Equivalent Fractions, Fractions, Multiply & Divide, Percent., Equations, Pattern Puzzles, Area
Tessellate!
by knannThis activity can be used to:recognize and explore the properties of tessellations, identify and examine symmetry in geometric figures,describe, and classify polygons, examine the role of mathematics in society and nature
October 2005
Award ceremony: Ordering numbers
by knannThe Award Ceremony involves ordering numbers; highest to lowest or lowest to highest. Includes decimals
Comparing fractions and decimals game
by knannGame: Can you match the fractions and decimals pairs?
Logic: Cannibals and Missionaries
by knannTry this...not as easy as it looks! What's your strategy??
A Maths Dictionary for Kids
by knann & 1 other (via)An animated, interactive dictionary for students which explains 500 common mathematical terms in simple language.