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Mary Miller

Melted snowman | Search Results | Project Oriented - 1 views

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Grade K temperature making predictions cause and effect weather snowman

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  • Living in sunny Southern California, we don’t really have opportunities to make snowmen, so using a simple pre-printed sheet with the outline of a puddle and an overturned paper bowl the kids made their own melty, sunshine snowmen. They put the usual accessories on, with the exception of the sunglasses, and then wrote a sentence about where their snowman should move to or what happened to him. A lot of bang for the buck.
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      Mary Miller on 15 Feb 13
       
      K.2.3=Describe in words and pictures the changes in weather from month to month and season to season K.NS.3=Generate questions and make observations about natural processes.  This activity could be extended for special needs children by allowing them to explain to the teacher what they are thinking, and then the teacher could help the student express themselves through writing.  Kindergarteners don't know how to write very well yet, anyway, so they will probably need a lot of help and creative teachers to understand their written work.
  • Mary Miller on 11 Feb 13
     
    In this activity, students make a melting snowman out of paper, then they write about the snowman.  For example, they might say why the snowman is melting.  This activity incorporates a lot of language arts, but it also allows young children to think scientifically and notice things about their environment, such as weather and temperature.
Mary Miller

Math Games-Operation and Skills with Dice - 1 views

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math games dice operations Grade 4 Grade 5

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  • Operation skills with dice
    • Mary Miller
      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      Students who take a longer time to complete the activity could be given a number board with numbers one through ten on it, rather than one through sixteen.  This would save some time and allow slower students to finish at around the same time as the rest of the class.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      3.OA.7 Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • Mary Miller on 30 Jan 13
     
    This is a fun game that requires students to fill a number chart (1-16) with chips by rolling three dice and using the operations (add/subtract and multiply/divide) the numbers.  They try to fill all the numbers on the chart, but no number can be covered twice, so they have to think about which operations they are going to use on the dice they roll.
Caitlin Ridley

Explore the Phases of the Moon | Activity | Education.com - 1 views

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Grade 5 science space earth science

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      Caitlin Ridley on 13 Feb 13
       
      Standard: 5.2.4
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      Caitlin Ridley on 13 Feb 13
       
      Expansion: Use wire and a lamp to help students rig a moon that moves by pushing it so that they can record the results more easily.  Or have them work in groups so that one can move the moon while the other records.  
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      Caitlin Ridley on 13 Feb 13
       
      ESL: Working collaboratively will help reinforce student vocabulary and understanding of science terminology.  
  • Caitlin Ridley on 13 Feb 13
     
    We all know that the Moon has different phases, but if you thought these phases had something to do with the shadow of the Earth (like many people think), you'd be wrong. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work:
Mary Miller

Classroom Magic: Are Mittens Warm? - 0 views

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Grade 3 Grade 2 temperature Science Engineering and Technology making predictions mittens thermometer

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      Mary Miller on 15 Feb 13
       
      This lesson could be extended in all sorts of directions, depending on what stage the children are in their learning.  For example, you could tie the lesson into other sorts of measurement and have students estimate how much the mitten can stretch. This lesson can be adapted for more accelerated students by allowing them to experiment with different mittens and gloves to see which is the most efficient at holding heat. 2.NS.3=Generate questions and make observations about natural processes. 2.NS.5=Discuss observations with peers and be able to support your conclusion with evidence.
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      Mary Miller on 21 Feb 13
       
      5.4.2 Investigate the purpose of prototypes and models when designing a solution to a problem and how limitations in cost and design features might affect their construction.
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      Mary Miller on 21 Feb 13
       
      Students could also extend the activity to see how different types of gloves and mittens hold heat, thereby deciding which is the most efficient.
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      Mary Miller on 28 Feb 13
       
      2.4.3 Identify a need and design a simple tool to meet that need.
  • Mary Miller on 11 Feb 13
     
    This is a fun lesson that connects literature to science and allows students to think about temperature in a new way.  The lesson involve measuring the temperature of the room, an empty mitten, and a mitten with a hand in it.  Most children will be surprised to find out that the mitten itself is not warm, but mittens keep your hands warm because they insulate your body temperature.
Mary Miller

Lesson Plans: Geometric Origami (3-5, Mathematics) - 1 views

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mathematics Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 geometry estimation volume

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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      5.MD.3 Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      5.MD.4 Measure volumes by counting unit cubes, using cubic cm, cubic in, cubic ft, and improvised units.
    • Mary Miller
      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      4.MD.3 Apply the area and perimeter formulas for rectangles in real world and mathematical problems.
    • Mary Miller
      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      As a child, I loved making origami, and I think origami lends itself naturally to studying geometry, so I love the idea of turning making origami into a math lesson. This is a really good whole-group activity because it allows everyone to follow along and be interested in what is going on.  It is especially nice for ELLs because by seeing you work on your box simultaneously through the projector, these students are not as restricted by the language barrier.
  • Mary Miller on 30 Jan 13
     
    The students use card stock to fold origami shapes and make a box, and they will then estimate the volume of the box.  They will test their hypotheses by counting how many marbles, etc. fit in the box after it is complete.  The lesson also incorporates identification of geometric shapes.
Mary Miller

Illuminations: Amazing Attributes - 1 views

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math Grade 1 Grade K Grade 2

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  • Properties Everywhere
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      If students are having trouble coming up with categories to classify the objects under, the teacher could offer suggestions or lead a group brainstorming activity to help the children think of something.  Like most group activities, I believe this activity naturally incorporates all learners and takes advantage of the group setting in order for students to learn from one another, not just the teacher.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      K.MD.3 Classify objects into given categories; count the numbers of objects in each category and sort the categories by count.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      K.MD.2 Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      K.MD.1 Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
  • Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
     
    Students use different sorting rules to analyze data and make representational graphs to show their findings.
Andrew Todd

Math Tub Fun - 1 views

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Measurement 1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade

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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.1.MD.A.2 Express the length of an object as a whole number of length units, by laying multiple copies of a shorter object (the length unit) end to end; understand that the length measurement of an object is the number of same-size length units that span it with no gaps or overlaps.
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      This activity is great for all learners because it takes an abstract concept like mass (weight) and provides a visual for students to think about, in terms of 1 crayon equals 2 erasers in mass, or 2 crayons equal 1 pencil in length). It provides opportunities for ELL and low English speaking students to work with measurement on terms they are familiar with. It could be extended by switching to standard units of measurement such as inches, centimeters, or grams.
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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.2 Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l).1 Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem.
  • Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
     
    Student practice estimating weight and measurement. Students learn to compare different objects and record their weights based on ratios. For example, I crayon euqals 2 erasers (in terms of weight) or 2 crayons equals 1 colored pencil in terms of length.
Andrew Todd

Archived: Helping Your Child Learn Math: Activities-Math in the Home - 1 views

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Measurement 2nd grade 3rd grade 4th grade

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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.2
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l).1 Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem.2
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      Activity is great to add real world context to ELL and low English speaking students. Provides a real world context for students to start thinking about measurement in. Brings items from the household into the classroom. Extend the activity by introducing the concept of adding two different measurements (1/4 + 3/4) together to make one whole.
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.4.MD.A.2 Use the four operations to solve word problems involving distances, intervals of time, liquid volumes, masses of objects, and money, including problems involving simple fractions or decimals, and problems that require expressing measurements given in a larger unit in terms of a smaller unit. Represent measurement quantities using diagrams such as number line diagrams that feature a measurement scale
  • Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
     
    Use measurement cups and ingrediants to help students understand concepts of measurement.
Maria Watson

Pattern Block Rock by David Tulga - 1 views

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Math Operations and Algebraic Thinking Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade K Grade 3

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      Maria Watson on 02 Feb 13
       
      MA.2.3.3 2000 Recognize and extend a linear pattern by its rules. Extension: Teacher can read Old MacDonald Had a Dragon.  This books reads to the song Old MacDonald Had a Farm which has a repetitive chorus/pattern.  This activity has to deal with beats of music where as the book as to deal with words and music but both form patterns.  Adaptations: students who struggle with holding instruments can make the patterns with the pattern blocks for other students to make a patterned beat with.
Maria Watson

Finding Multiples - 1 views

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Math Operations and Algebraic Thinking Grade 3

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      Maria Watson on 02 Feb 13
       
      MA.3.3.5 2000 Create, describe, and extend number patterns using multiplication. Extension: Students can write down the facts that equal the multiple.  For example, using multiples of 2's...students place transparent markers on multiples of 2 and write down the number sentence for each multiple. (2x1=2, 2x2=4, 2x3=6...etc)    Adaption: Students who have trouble recognizing the pattern of multiples can use a manipulative like lima beans to count out each multiple.  The student will view the problem like an addition problem (2+2=4, 2+2+2+6, etc...) eventually they will gain the understanding of the connection between addition, multiplication, and multiples.  
Maria Watson

Watching Erosion | Environmental Science Activities for Kids | Kid Pointz - 1 views

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Grade 4 Erosion Education Science Earth Science

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      Maria Watson on 15 Feb 13
       
      SCI.4.2.2 2010 Describe how wind, water and glacial ice shape and reshape earth's land surface by eroding rock and soil in some areas and depositing them in other areas in a process that occurs over a long period of time. ADAPTATIONS: The teacher can pair high ability students with middle/low ability students.  The high ability students can help the middle/low students extend their thinking and observations.   EXTENSION:  Students can 
    • Maria Watson
      Maria Watson on 15 Feb 13
       
      EXTENSION cont'd: The teacher can read Erosion: Earth's Changing Surface by Robin Koontz
  • Maria Watson on 13 Feb 13
     
    SCI.4.2.2 2010 Describe how wind, water and glacial ice shape and reshape earth's land surface by eroding rock and soil in some areas and depositing them in other areas in a process that occurs over a long period of time.
Mary Miller

Lesson Plans: Frogs and Toads Are Different (But Still Friends) (Elementary, Science) - 0 views

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frogs toads similarities and differences Grade 2

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  • Frogs and Toads Are Different (But Still Friends)
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      Mary Miller on 15 Feb 13
       
      2.3.2 Compare and contrast details of body plans and structures within the life cycles of plants and animals. 2.NS.2 Conduct investigations that may happen over time as a class, in small groups, or independently. This activity could be adapted in many ways to suit your goals and time constraints, but the reason I chose it is because it involves using technology, research, and includes quality literature.
Mary Miller

Lesson Plans: Clouds: Cumulus, Cirrus, and Stratus (Elementary, Science) - 0 views

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cloud cirrus cumulus stratus the cloud book earth science physical science Grade 2

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  • Clouds: Cumulus, Cirrus, and Stratus
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      Mary Miller on 15 Feb 13
       
      2.2.3 Chart or graph weather observations such as cloud cover, cloud type and type of precipitation on a daily basis over a period of weeks. 2.NS.3 Generate questions and make observations about natural processes. Students who are having a hard time getting a handle on the concepts presented in this lesson could be given additional time.  Really, any adaptation you make to this activity for slower learners would be a good thing for all students, so additional pictures and resources should be shared with all students.  Time is the only thing I could think of that could become an issue for students, so slower students could be given more time and one-on-one teacher help for this activity.
  • Mary Miller on 13 Feb 13
     
    This activity uses "the cloud book" by Tomie DePaola to introduce the different types of clouds to students.  As an add on, the teacher could pull up photos of the different cloud types on the computer and show them on the overhead for students.  They should also discuss the purpose of these clouds and why there are different types.  I chose this lesson because it allows students to do a hands-on activity where they make pictures of clouds using cotton balls. This is not your average note-taking, textbook reading science lesson.
  • Susie Beesley on 18 Feb 13
     
    Clouds and weather are usually classified under Earth Science and you cited an Earth Science standard, so you should probably tag it as such.
Maria Watson

Tic-Tac-Toe Equations & Inequalities - 1 views

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Grade 6 Math Operations and Algebraic Thinking

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      Maria Watson on 02 Feb 13
       
      MA.6.3.1 2000 Write and solve one-step linear equations and inequalities in one variable and check the answers. Extension: The following day, the teacher can have students graph the linear equations on the tic-tac-toe board on graph paper.   Adaptation: Students who struggle can use one-step linear inequality equation boards and students who are excelling in this area can use multiple step linear inequality equation boards.  
Maria Watson

BrainPOP Jr. | Solids, Liquids, and Gases | Property Game - 1 views

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Science education Grade 1 Physical Science Solids Liquids Gasses

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  • Property Game
  • Discuss different properties of objects, such as color, texture, smell, etc. Then have
  • students choose objects and write riddles that describe their properties. En
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  • dents read their riddles and invite volunteers to guess the object. For example, a student might say: “What is solid, wooden, tall and attached to our wall?” Encourage students to think about how the objects are alike and different from each other.
  • courage your students to write riddles for solids, liquids, and gases. Have stu
    • Maria Watson
      Maria Watson on 15 Feb 13
       
      ADAPTATIONS:  Have students use their 5 senses to access multiple intelligences during observation of the solids, liquids, and gasses.  EXTENSION: Split the students into pairs and have the students brain storm other liquids, solids, and gasses.  Have students draw pictures that associate with what they have come up with, display in the classroom.  
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      Maria Watson on 15 Feb 13
       
      STANDARDS: SCI 1.1.2.2010 
Maria Watson

Math Match Level 1 | Fuel the Brain Printables - 1 views

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Grade 1 Math Operations and Algebraic Thinking

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      Maria Watson on 02 Feb 13
       
      MA.1.3.3 2000 Recognize and use the relationship between addition and subtraction. MA.1.1.2 2000 Count and group objects in ones and tens. Extension: In the next lesson, the teacher can  Adaptations:  Add actual unifix cubes for checking the sum of the addition problem instead of using unifix cube cards.  Students will count the unifix cubes aloud to equal the sum, this allows them to use their kinetics intelligence and auditory senses.  Students will be able to count out the sum of the addition problem.  Students will still match the addition problem to the sum card.  
Andrew Todd

Science Project: How to Stack Liquids - 1 views

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Physical 6th grade density states of matter stacking liquids

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      Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
       
      Standard 6.NS.1 - Understand that the properties and behavior of matter can be explained by a model that depicts particles representing atoms or molecules in motion. Extension: Once students understand properties of different liquids, they can think how to manipulate those liquids and their properties. One example would be to heat up one liquid to several different temperatures and see how they interact. Adaptation: Teacher could split students into groups of 3-4 and have them stack liquids on their own. Students could bring in several liquids from home (all approved) and try stacking them based on the observed properties.
  • Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
     
    Students will learn how to stack liquids one on top of the other. They will observe how the liquids do not mix together because they have different densities. Students will be able to identify characteristics of different liquids.
Andrew Todd

Paper Airplanes & The Four Forces of Flight Lesson - 1 views

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Science Technology Engineering Design Process 4th grade principles of motion flight paper airplanes

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      Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
       
      4.DS.4 - Design a moving system and measure its motion. 4.DS.4.1- Investigate transportation systems and devices that operate on or in land, water, air and space and recognize the forces (lift, drag, friction, thrust and gravity) that affect their motion.
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
       
      Adaptation - Lesson could be shortened by discussing the principles of flight, reviewing possible designs, then have students design 1 paper airplane based on what they think will work best.
    • Andrew Todd
      Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
       
      Extension: Students could be given a second chance to construct a paper airplane, providing a written explanation and model drawing for what they did differently.
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