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Materials found here will focus on a common sense approach to teaching the NCC Math Standards. I believe standards are valuable and should serve as a "teaching roadmap." Lessons should be based on measurable outcomes derived from grade level standards. Multiple intelligences should always be considered during lesson design. Cooperative learning, hands-on lessons and maximum use of available technology are keys to holding a students attention; key to passing on knowledge.

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Materials found here will focus on a common sense approach to teaching the NCC Math Standards. I believe standards are valuable and should serve as a "teaching roadmap." Lessons should be based on measurable outcomes derived from grade level standards. Multiple intelligences should always be considered during lesson design. Cooperative learning, hands-on lessons and maximum use of available technology are keys to holding a students attention; key to passing on knowledge.
Fractions and Mixed Numbers - NCCS Math 4.NF.3
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Fractions and Mixed Numbers - NCCS Math 4.NF.3

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Adding fractions and mixed numbers using graphics and number sentences. Use as lesson, student workbook or assessment. Suitable for smartboard, projector, computer, pad, or as printable for cooperative learning, centers or for homework. Lessons are scaffolded for classroom differentation. Objective: - Understand adding and subtracting fractions as joining and seperating parts of the same whole. Aligned with NCCS Math 4.NF.3. 5 pages plus answer key.
Fraction Bars Worksheet - 4.NF.2
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Fraction Bars Worksheet - 4.NF.2

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Great worksheet for display or printing. Use on smartboard or projector for guided practice. Use for cooperative learning groups or centers. Also useful for independent practice/homework. Objective; Students will identify fractions and compare to a benchmark. Find additional assistance at commoncoremath.net.
Comparing Fractions - NCCS Math 4.NF.2
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Comparing Fractions - NCCS Math 4.NF.2

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8 pages of scaffolded lessons leading students through identifying fractions, finding common denominators and comparing fractions. Use as basis of lesson, guided practice, independent practice or as an assessment. Perfect for differentiation. Can be used with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Objectives: - Identify fractions - Creating common denominators - Comparing fractions with common denominators Aligned with NCCS Math 4.NF.2
Add/Subtract Fractions with Unlike Denominators - 5.NF.1-2
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Add/Subtract Fractions with Unlike Denominators - 5.NF.1-2

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Convert fractions to add and subtract. Features a full page extended response word problem suitable for lesson or assessment. Objectives: 1. Find common denominators 2. Add and subtract fractions 3. Solve fraction word problem and describe process Aligned with NCCS Math 5.NF.1 Use as a smartboard lesson, independent practice or as an assessment. Use on smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Includeds 4 scaffolded pages of problems and answer keys. Find additional help at commoncoremath.net
Fractions:  Finding Common Denominators - 5.NF.1
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Fractions: Finding Common Denominators - 5.NF.1

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Great resource as you prepare your students for adding and subtracting fractions. Make fractions simple! The study guide provides a simple, comprehensive step by step process for finding common denominators. All concepts are explained and illustrated thoroughly. Great resource as you prepare your students for adding and subtracting fractions. Objectives: 1. Find whole number multiples of other whole numbers 2. Find common multiples for two numbers 3. Find common denominators for two fractions and convert Aligned with NCCS Math 5.NF.1 Use as basis of a lesson, guided practice, independent practice and assessment. Use on smartboard, projector, pad, computer or as printables. Includes 4 pages of explanation and practice (including last page assessment), cover page and all answer keys. Find more help at my website: commoncoremath.net
Determine Ratios Extended Response Word Problem - 6.RP.1
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Determine Ratios Extended Response Word Problem - 6.RP.1

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Solve extended response word problem by determining ratio. Single page problem includes written problem and room for students to show their work and write a step by step explanation of their process. Aligned with NCCS Math 6.RP.1. Suitable for smartboard, projector or as printable. Nice resource for final assessment. Also good for homework. Teachers may also use as a projected lesson, for cooperative learning groups or as a center. Model answer is included. State of Illinois Board of Education website has downloadable student friendly rubric for all extended response problems. For extra help with 6.RP.1 or any math standard from k-7 visit commoncoremath.net.
Extended Response Word Problems - 6.EE.1-9
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Extended Response Word Problems - 6.EE.1-9

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Single page extended response word problems covering sixth grade expressions and equations. One problem for each standard; NCCS Math 6.EE.1-9. Problem page format includes written problem and room for students to show their work and write a step by step explanation of their process. Suitable for smartboard, projector or as printable. Nice resource for final assessment of each of the nine standards covered. Also good for homework. Teachers may also use as a projected lesson, for cooperative learning groups or as a center. Teacher should model at least one prior to assigning as independent practice. Model answers are included, along with the pdf student friendly grading rubric offered for free on the Illinois State Board of Education's website.
Read, Write and Evaluate Algebraic Expressions - NCCS Math 6.EE.2
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Read, Write and Evaluate Algebraic Expressions - NCCS Math 6.EE.2

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Presentation and student workbook will introduce and provide practice working with algebraic expressions. Multiple lessons Use on smartboard, projector, as overheads, printouts or on a pad or computer Objectives: - Write expressions using numbers and letters for unknowns - Identify the parts of an expression, (terms, variables, constants…) - Evaluate expressions by substituting specific values for variables - Perform arithmetic operations including exponents using the correct order of operations (without parenthesis) Includes presentation (PowerPoint software not necessary), student workbook and answer pages. NCCS Math 4.G.3
Read, Write and Evaluate Expressions - NCCS Math 6.EE.2
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Read, Write and Evaluate Expressions - NCCS Math 6.EE.2

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Learner identifies, creates and evaluates expressions Complete 4 page student workbook with answer sheets included Provides for student guided and independent practice with assessment included For use as printable, projectable, on a pad or computer Objectives: - Write expressions using numbers and letters for unknowns - Identify the parts of an expression, (terms, variables, constants…) - Evaluate expressions by substituting specific values for variables - Perform arithmetic operations including exponents using the correct order of operations NCCS Math 6.EE.2
Exponents and Expressions - Complete Lesson aligned with NCCS 6.EE.1
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Exponents and Expressions - Complete Lesson aligned with NCCS 6.EE.1

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The learner identifies and uses exponents to solve equations. Complete slide presentation for using with or without PowerPoint software, practice worksheet and assessment with answer sheets For use as a complete lesson Use on smartboard, projector, as overheads or on pad or computer Objectives: - Define and understand the term “exponent” - Identify base numbers and exponents - Determine value of expressions using exponents - Convert numbers from exponential to standard and from standard to exponential form - Solve word problems using exponents NCCS Math 6.EE.1
Lines of Symmetry - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.3; Lesson Plan, Presentation and Homework Packet
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Lines of Symmetry - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.3; Lesson Plan, Presentation and Homework Packet

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Great 60 minute lesson for adminstrator evaluation! Edit all items to make them your own. The learner is introduced to symmetry and drawing "lines of symmetry". For use as a complete lesson Use on smartboard, projector, as overheads, on pad or computer Objectives: - Recognize lines of symmetry across two-dimensional objects - Fold figures along a line of symmetry resulting in two, matching parts - Differentiate “line-symmetric” figures, from figures that are not symmetrical - Draw lines of symmetry across geometric objects NCCS Math 4.G.3 Includes lesson plan, interactive presentation and homework packet * .ppsx version may be run without PowerPoint software
Classifying Two-Dimensional Objects - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.2;  Powerpoint Presentation and Workbook
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Classifying Two-Dimensional Objects - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.2; Powerpoint Presentation and Workbook

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The learner identifies 3 and 4 sided polygons, and answers questions regarding lines, angles and other features. Complete slide presentation with student workbook. For use as a complete unit lesson. Use on smartboard, projector, as overheads or on pad or computer. Objectives: - Classify two-dimensional figures with parallel or perpendicular lines. - Classify two-dimensional figures by angle measurements - Recognize right triangles as a category of two-dimensional figures - Identify right triangles NCCS Math 4.G.2 Includes presentation and Student Workbook * .ppsx presentation may be used without PowerPoint software
Polygon Building Blocks - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.1;  Powerpoint Presentation and Student Workbook
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Polygon Building Blocks - Aligned with NCCS 4.G.1; Powerpoint Presentation and Student Workbook

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*This resource is animated. The viewer does not show an accurate representation of what students will see during presentation. You do not need PowerPoint software to run the .ppsx version of the presentation. The learner recognizes and draws lines, rays, line segments, angles and other geometric features of polygons. Complete 40 slide presentation and student workbook. Filled with information, activities and smart graphic features to account for multiple intelligences. For use as a complete unit lesson Use on smartboard, projector, as overheads or on pad or computer. Objectives: - draw geometrical objects - use geometric features to classify triangles and other polygons - describe geometric figures using accurate mathematical terms NCCS Math - 4.G.1 Includes teacher notes, 40 slide presentation and 25 page student workbook.
Solve Word Problems with Variable Worksheet - 6.EE.7
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Solve Word Problems with Variable Worksheet - 6.EE.7

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The learner solves word problems by writing and solving one variable equations. For use as guided or independent practice Suitable for smartboard, pad or projection Objective - solve word problems by solving for a single variable Contains worksheet and answer page
Write Equivalent Expressions Worksheet - 6.EE.3
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Write Equivalent Expressions Worksheet - 6.EE.3

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The learner applies properties of operations to create equivalent expressions. For use as guided or independent practice Suitable for smartboard, pad or projector Objective - Use properties of operations to create equivalent expressions NCC Math Standard 6.EE.3 Contains worksheet and answer page
Find all Factors of Whole Numbers Worksheet - 4.OA.4
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Find all Factors of Whole Numbers Worksheet - 4.OA.4

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The learner finds all factors for whole numbers. For use as a portion of lesson on factoring, guided practice or independent practice Suitable for smartboard, pad or projection Objective - find all factors for whole numbers NCC Math Standard 4.OA.4 Contains worksheet and answer page
Identify Input-Output Table Rules Worksheet - 5.OA.3
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Identify Input-Output Table Rules Worksheet - 5.OA.3

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The learner determines the rule for input-output tables and completes the table. For use as part of a lesson, or for guided practice Suitable for smartboard, pad or projection Objective - write the rule for the input output table and complete the table NCC Math Standard 5.OA.3 Contains worksheet and answer sheet
Write Equations to Solve Word Problems Worksheet - 4.OA.3
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Write Equations to Solve Word Problems Worksheet - 4.OA.3

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The learner writes equations to solve progressively more difficult word problems. Use as a component of a lesson introducing or reinforcing order of operations. Could also be used as differentiated guided or independent practice. Suitable for smartboard, projector or pad Objective - Write an equation based on the word problem and solve it following the order of operations. NCC Math Standard 4.OA.3 Contains worksheet and answer page
Identify Parts of an Expression Worksheet - 6.EE.2
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Identify Parts of an Expression Worksheet - 6.EE.2

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The learner defines and explains parts of an expression. For use as guided or independent practice Suitable for smartboard, pad or projection Objective - define parts of an algebraic expression NCC Math Standard 6.EE.2 Contains worksheet and answer page