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Compare and order whole numbers to 9999 using the appropriate symbols (>, <, and =). 4.1.2 N	Alligator Lunch - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn greater than and less than symbols ( Author - Sandi King ) Compare - 1-9 , 1-20 , 10-99 , 100-999 , customize the range of numbers - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Compare Numbers - choose the orange button for numbers to 10,000 Compare Numbers - explanation and examples from Study Zone Compare Numbers Practice Quiz - follow up quiz to the lesson above Comparing Fractions Games - two games; Dolphin Racing, and Ordering Game Comparing Fractions Quiz - three levels are available Comparing Fractions Worksheets - four worksheets available Comparing Numbers Quiz - three levels available Comparing Numbers Worksheet - three sheets to print Decimal Order - put the sequence of decimal numbers into ascending order Fraction Sorter - interactive site posted by Shodor Genius Boxing - box some of history's great math minds such as Einstein, Copernicus, Galileo, Bill Gates and more for universal math supremacy MathDrill lets your students practice <, >, or = Practice comparison at FreeMathTest - numbers from 0 to 10 , numbers from 10 to 50 , numbers from 50 to 100 . Place Numbers in Order - choose level and then ascending or descending order Put Numbers in Order Game - three levels are available sort 4, 6 or 8 numbers
Solve one-step real-world problems involving addition or subtraction of whole numbers and/or decimals. 4.1.3 C	Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Checking Subtraction - [ this link opens in a new window ] explore the inverse relationship of addition and subtraction ( Author - Sandi King ) Circus Fun - [ this link opens in a new window ] add up to three digits with regrouping ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Decimal Darts - [ game for one or two players ] an invisible number line is superimposed on a dart board, students calculate the location of a balloon and then throw a dart Decimal Squares Blackjack - cards containing decimals are displayed, students decide whether to ask for more cards until they get as close to 2.0 without going over Fun on the Farm - Multiply the numbers and add the totals to see how much the farmer should charge for his products. Grand Slam Math - Level I - [ this link opens in a new window ] 15 addition and subtraction single and multistep word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go Grand Slam Math - Level II - [ this link opens in a new window ] 15 multiplication and division single and multistep word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go It's A Fact - [ this link opens in a new window ] practice basic subtraction facts ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Lemonade Larry - How much money is needed to purchase cups of lemonade? Let's Do Lunch - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a menu to order lunches that meet various criteria ( Author - Sandi King ) Let's Go Shopping - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop ( Author - Sandi King ) Math Hoops - All word problems use whole numbers but the problems range from single step addition to multistep equations. There are also problems that require students to interpret remainders. Students who answer 5 questions correctly get a chance to play some basketball. Math Playground - Hundreds of self-checking word problems for students in grades 1 to 6. There are currently 675 word problems available. They will be adding more content throughout the school year Math Stories Activity - select Combining, Separating, Comparing, or Equal Groups and then work through activities by writing math sentences Math stories with Leon the Chameleon - Click on the Addition and Subtraction button under the heading Select a Story Math Story Problems! - Kid created math story problems ("Kitten" pages are the easiest.) There are lots of links to pages of problems... scroll way down to see them all My Backpack - [ this link opens in a new window ] add columns and find missing addends using data generated from a chart ( Author - Sandi King ) Railroad Repair - students must repair gaps in the railroad tracks by adding decimal lengths of track - each section gets harder Rope Tug - [ game for one or two players ] three levels available, opponents are pulled toward the pit if you have a larger decimal, the amount of pull is related to the difference between the two decimals Rounding - to the nearest ten or dollar, a quiz from Saxon math Shopping at Troy's Toys - percent shopping Show Me The Money - [ this link opens in a new window ] add using columns. ( Author - Sandi King ) Speed Grid: Addition - ( level 3 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Speed Grid: Subtraction - ( level 3 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Spy Guys Interactive - Decimals - Lesson 1 Spy Guys Interactive - Solving Problems with Decimals - Lesson 5 Thinking Blocks - (an engaging, interactive math tool to help students learn how to solve multistep word problems; addition & subtraction, multiplication & division, and ratio & proportion) Thinking Blocks encourages students to look beyond the surface to discover the concepts and relationships that are at the core of every math problem. Word Problems for Grades 1 - 5 - This KidZone math page has four fourth grade problems. Each time you open a new page the site generates new values for the problem. Word Problems with Katie and Arlo - Level I - [ this link opens in a new window ] 10 addition and subtraction single and multistep word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go Word Problems with Katie and Arlo - Level II - [ this link opens in a new window ] 10 multiplication and division single and multistep word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go
Read and write numbers from hundred-thousands to hundredths. 4.1.4 N	Cross Numbers - [numbers up to six or nine digits] numbers are spelled out as crossword clues, fill in the digits [ advanced - up to twelve digits] Read and Recognize Numbers - [ this link opens in a new window ] Select format (spelling numeral or writing the digits) and select top value to give students practice in writing and reading numbers Really Big Numbers - Enter a number then click the Click here button to see how to write it. Use numbers appropriate to this spi. What's Your Name? - [ this link opens in a new window ] know the value of numbers when written in standard form or expanded notation ( Author - Sandi King )
Identify the place value of a given digit from hundred-thousands to hundredths. 4.1.5 N	My Place - [ this link opens in a new window ] Students learn that the value of a digit is determined by the placement of that digit. ( Author - Sandi King ) Place Value - this video lesson explains place value in whole numbers and decimal numbers, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on a quiz. Place Value - [ this link opens in a new window ] rounding numbers and place value activities (choose from easy to super hard) Practice place value at FreeMathTest - numbers 10 to 99 , numbers 100 to 999 , numbers 1000 to 9999 Place Value and Decimal - Quick Time movie explaining place values. Place Value - Lesson One- Quick Time movie explaining place values Place Value - Lesson Two- Quick Time movie explaining place values Place Value - Lesson Three- Quick Time movie explaining place values Place Value - Lesson Four- Quick Time movie explaining place values Place Value Party - Choose any ages to start, then trade candles until both cakes have the same number. Place Value Strategy - [game for one or two players] a spinner is used to select a number, players then decide where to place the number in order to make the greatest possible decimal value There Must Be Thousands - [ this link opens in a new window ] read, write and identify numerals to the hundred thousands ( Author - Sandi King )
Identify fractions as parts of whole units, as parts of sets, as locations on number lines, and as divisions of whole numbers. 4.1.6 N	Ambleweb Divider Machine - three levels are available Decimal Darts - [ game for one or two players ] an invisible number line is superimposed on a dart board, students calculate the location of a balloon and then throw a dart Decimal Number Line - Identify and estimate decimal fractions on a number line. Move the pointer along the line, find a number between two others by looking at the next decimal place. Click on “Use the decimal number lines tool” at the bottom of the page. Decimal Speedway - [ game for one or two players ] the number line is in the form of a race track, students must multiply decimals and then locate the correct point on the track (number line) Decifractator - convert fractions to decimal equivalents Flowering Fractions - [ this link opens in a new window ] understand common fractions by using model representations ( Author - Roseanne Phillips ) Fraction Quiz [ this link opens in a new window ] using shaded portions of objects Old Egyptian Math Cats Fractions - Add fractions like a true Old Egyptian Math Cat! On Target - [ this link opens in a new window ] recall division facts ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Using Number Patterns, Fractions, and Ratios - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a Quia quiz to practice greatest common factor, simplify fractions, least common multiple, and divisibility rules [ Who Wants to be a Millionaire format ] Who Wants Pizza? - work through ten interactive pages on pictorial representations of fractions Worksheet Generator - Print your own number line worksheets, you decide on the starting and ending numbers and the increment.
Multiply efficiently and accurately with single-digit whole numbers. 4.1.7 C	All in the Family - [ this link opens in a new window ] multiply and divide fact families that have the number 7 ( Author - Sandi King ) Ambleweb Times Table Tester - practice multiplication facts on one of three levels; Easier, Harder, or Megahard . Animal Legs - [ this link opens in a new window ] use repeated addition as a strategy to solve multiplication story problems ( Author - Sandi King ) Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Multiplication game also available Arithmetic Four - [ A game like Connect Four ] A pair of students must answer arithmetic questions (addition, subtraction, multiplication , division) to earn a piece to place on the board. Parameters: time limit, difficulty level, types of questions Checking Division - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn that multiplication is the inverse operation of division ( Author - Sandi King ) Check It Out - [ this link opens in a new window ] uses manipulatives to divide by 6 ( Author - Sandi King ) Count the Goodies - This multiplication activity from Harcourt School’s Mighty Math Calculating Crew asks you to multiply using regrouping . Three problems at a time are presented. Draggable Multiplication - Keep your numbers in the correct column with this game! Other Draggable Operations - addition, subtraction and division also available Explore the Multiplication Table with Math Cats - an interactive hundreds chart Fact Families - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn about multiplication and division fact families ( Author - Jackie Russell ) FlashCards - timed game, practice facts, type answers Groups Of Dogs - [ this link opens in a new window ] use arrays to understand the meaning of multiplication ( Author - Sandi King ) Mad Math Minutes - [ this link opens in a new window ] This is a great way to practice basic math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication , and division. You pick the number of and types of problems that you want to practice. You may also choose the largest number used in a problem as well as the number of terms (numbers) used Making Arrays - using arrays to practice understanding of multiplication Math Fries - Students have to eat French Fries that have math problems on them that equal a certain number displayed on top of the screen. Math Mastery - select operation and practice your facts Mathematics Problem Solving Index - choose the operation and solve the problem. Multiples of 2, 3, 4, & 5 - a number displayed will be a multiple of one of the answers shown Multiplication Hidden Picture - Identify the answer to the problem to uncover a hidden picture underneath. Multiplication - 1-3 , 2-5 , 3-8 , 5-10 , customize for any number range - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Multiplication Mystery - drag the product to the correct place on a 9 x 9 grid Multiflyer - A fun way to study multiplication facts. Earphones are suggested! They may ask you to join, but it is free online. Multiplication Flash Card Game - a timed 30-second game Nine Pattern - [ this link opens in a new window ] explore patterns while multiplying and dividing by 9 ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Number Cop - select multiples of some number ( 2-9 ), click on Start then use the left and right arrows to move the police car to intercept only multiples of that number Rabbits - [ this link opens in a new window ] recall multiplication facts using a hundreds chart ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Save the Clown fish - Help the clown fish escape the shark by answering fifteen single digit multiplication problems before missing three. Space Racer (Asteroids) - to aovid asteroids you must solve multiplication problems; move left by solving the left-side problem or move right by solving the right-side problem Speed Grid: Multiplication - Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Spinning Wheels - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn multiplication facts ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Sum Sense (Multiplication) - Students practice single digit multiplication by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Tackle Math Ball - learn your math facts a fun way - This is a game in which students choose football teams and rumble down the field by identifying math facts. Times Table Practice Multiplication Generator - pick the fact family you wish to review. Multiplication Number Sense - Understand multiplication by using this grid. Quick Flash - practice times table facts here Time Tables Emporium - Have fun practicing your multiplication tables. Simply look at the MENU bar to the left and click on a times table you wish to practice and try and keep up with the flashcards! Excellent for a quick competition for the whole class! Times Table Grid - locate the product of two single-digit numbers Times Table Grid II - students are given a sample product and asked where to locate it on a 10x10 grid Multiplication Tables - Practice individual sets of fact by numeral Tools for Times Tables - Site to help students learn their facts. Worksheet Generator - Constructs a set of simple arithmetic problems. You can choose the number of problems presented, as well as the types of questions asked.
Use estimation to select a reasonable solution to a whole number computation involving addition, subtraction, or multiplication. 4.1.8 N	Comparison Estimator - Similar to Estimator but compares two sets of objects. Estimate - (use as a whole class activity) Select a range, display tick marks and estimate before revealing the answer. Estimation Valley Golf - Estimate answers to problems and putt your way into a championship! Estimator - Practice estimation skills by determining the number of objects, length, or area. (parameters: error tolerance) Guess the Number - developing skills in halving and estimation Let's Go Shopping - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop ( Author - Sandi King ) More or Less Estimator - Similar to Estimator activity but states a quantity and asks the user to estimate whether the set of objects is more or less than the number given. Round About - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate by rounding ( Author - Sandi King ) That's Right - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate measurements in real-world problems using money ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Weigh the Wangdoodles - Your job is to find the weight of each Wangdoodle using the information provided by the scales. To be successful, you will have to make sure that the weight you assign to each Wangdoodle works on each scale. This activity is a fun but challenging introduction to multiple algebraic equations.
Add and subtract decimals (includes monetary units). 4.1.9 C	Count the Money - You're given a target amount and the number of coins you already have. You must determine how many more coins of a certain type are needed to reach the target. Decimal Darts - [ game for one or two players ] an invisible number line is superimposed on a dart board, students calculate the location of a balloon and then throw a dart Decimal Squares Blackjack - cards containing decimals are displayed, students decide whether to ask for more cards until they get as close to 2.0 without going over Let's Do Lunch - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a menu to order lunches that meet various criteria ( Author - Sandi King ) Making Change at the Math Playground - calculate change back on a purchase then click and drag the change to the counter using the smallest number of bills or coins Making Change - [ this link opens in a new window ] count money and make change ( Author - Sandi King ) Money Program - three levels; easy (ends in multiples of five), medium, and advanced (giving change back) Rope Tug - [ game for one or two players ] three levels available, opponents are pulled toward the pit if you have a larger decimal, the amount of pull is related to the difference between the two decimals School Store - [ this link opens in a new window ] subtract using decimals as they make change [regrouping required] ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Show Me The Money - [ this link opens in a new window ] add using columns ( Author - Sandi King )
Add and subtract fractions with like denominators. 4.1.11 C	Adding Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game . When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game. Fraction Flowers - online game Identify the Gems for Each Store and Ship the Order - determine which gems are equivalent to the ones wanted by each store and then ship the order (check to see if you were right) Maggies Farm - keep up with how many apples are sold and how much money was made Organize the Wrenches - wrenches of various sizes must be placed in order from smallest to largest Shade - Shade the figure to match the equivalent fraction Simple Fractions - An instructional site that reviews terms, factoring, reducing, addition and subtraction of fractions Subtracting Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game . When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game. Tony's Fraction Pizza Shop - great interactive game on fractions. Visual Fractions - Review on identifying, renaming, comparing, addition and subtraction - online quizzes follow lessons
Represent numbers as both improper fractions and mixed numbers. 4.1.12 N	Improper Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game . When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game. Mixed Numbers - [ this link opens in a new window ] identify and define mixed number parts ( Author - Joseph Howell ) [somewhat elementary, but reinforces the concept clearly] Mixed Numbers - in Fishy Fractions click on or then click on Begin Game . When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game. Spy Guys Interactive - Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers - Lesson 2 Worksheet Generator - Reducing Fractions to Lowest Terms - You decide on the number of problems, the difficulty and whether or not to include improper fractions
Generate equivalent forms of whole numbers, commonly used fractions, and decimals. 4.1.13 N	Count decimals [ this link opens in a new window ] using graphic shapes Death To Decimals - Click up at the top for detailed instructions for how to play. Match fractions with decimal form of the number. Defractionator - convert fractions to decimal equivalents Equivalent Fractions - find the fraction that is equivalent to the fraction given Equivalent Fractions and Decimals - [ concentration style game ] match fractions with their decimal equivalent Equivalent Fractions and Decimals - decide which answer will balance the scale Fraction and Decimal Match - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game . When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game. What's Your Name? - [ this link opens in a new window ] know the value of numbers when written in standard form or expanded notation ( Author - Sandi King )
Solve one-step real-world problems involving multiplication of whole numbers and/or decimals. 4.1.14 R	Cameron's Trip - [ this link opens in a new window ] multiply and divide to solve real-world problems ( Author - Jackie Russell ) Groups Of Dogs - [ this link opens in a new window ] use arrays to understand the meaning of multiplication ( Author - Sandi King ) Let's Go Shopping - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop ( Author - Sandi King ) Maggies Farm - keep up with how many apples are sold and how much money was made Math stories with Leon the Chameleon - Click on the Multiplication and Division button under the heading Select a Story (select Maybe Later on the registration screen) Mathematics Problem Solving Index - practice at solving a variety of word problems Two-step Computation - multiply and add to find costs of food Word Problem Practice - Problems in addition, subtraction and more ( Warning: many pop-up ads on this site) ( grades 1-5 )
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives	Number & Operations (Grades 3 - 5)
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Algebra 4.2.1 | 4.2.2 | 4.2.3 | 4.2.5 | 4.2.6
Solve open sentences involving addition, subtraction, 4.2.1 AT	Algebraic Reasoning Using Weighing Scales - Learn how to think algebraically with these clever weighing scales. Levels 1 and 2 contain two scales. Level 3 is more difficult and has three scales. Your goal is to determine the weight of one or more of the objects. Bracket Basics - [ click Continue to play the game ] drag numbers into spaces to make the statement correct, practices order of operation Is That A Fact? - [ this link opens in a new window ] select the appropriate operation for solving a problem ( Author - Randy Russell ) Let's Go Shopping - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop ( Author - Sandi King ) Mathematics Problem Solving Index - practice at solving a variety of open sentence problems Math stories with Leon the Chameleon - Click on the Addition and Subtraction button under the heading Select a Story (select Maybe Later on the registration screen) Math Story Problems! - Kid created math story problems ("Kitten" pages are the easiest.) There are lots of links to pages of problems... scroll way down to see them all Problem-Solving - numerous online tasks covering all operations with hints and answers provided. Spy Guys Interactive - Balancing Equations - Lesson 11 Sum Sense (Addition) - practice single digit addition by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Sum Sense (Subtraction) - practice single digit subtraction by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Word Problems for Kids - pick grade level and start solving problems
Extend numerical and geometric patterns. 4.2.2 AT	Algebra Puzzle - Find the value of each of the three objects presented in the puzzle. The numbers given represent the sum of the objects in each row or column. Sometimes, only one object will appear in a row or column. That makes the puzzle easier to solve. Other times, you will have to look for relationships among the objects. Brenda's Bedroom Border - [ this link opens in a new window ] complete a pattern ( Author - Paulette Boggs ) Crack the Code - [ this link opens in a new window ] find the missing number in a series Missing Numbers - [ this link opens in a new window ] find the missing numbers in a sequence ( Author - Carol Senn ) Patterns - this video lesson explains patterns, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on several quizzes. Spooky Sequences - One of the ghosts is missing a number. Click on the numbers along the bottom to enter the right number in the sequence. ( square numbers ) Spooky Sequences - One of the ghosts is missing a number. Click on the numbers along the bottom to enter the right number in the sequence. (triangular numbers) Spooky Sequences - One of the ghosts is missing a number. Click on the numbers along the bottom to enter the right number in the sequence. one digit numbers (by ones ) | two digit numbers (by ones) | three digit numbers (by ones) | counting by twos | counting by fives | counting by tens | backward by ones | backward by twos | backward by fives | backward by tens Spy Guys Interactive - Summarizing/Extending Patterns - Lesson 8 What's the Pattern? - eight questions regarding patterns
Determine the function rule for data in a function table. 4.2.3 AT	Ambleweb Function Machine - students identify what process was used to produce a sequence of numbers (twelve processes available) What's the Pattern? - eight questions regarding patterns
Solve open sentences involving multiplication and division 4.2.5 AT	Mathematics Problem Solving Index - practice at solving a variety of open sentence problems Math stories with Leon the Chameleon - Click on the Multiplication and Division button under the heading Select a Story (select Maybe Later on the registration screen) Problem-Solving - numerous online tasks covering all operations with hints and answers provided. Sum Sense (Division) - Students practice single digit division by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Sum Sense (Multiplication) - Students practice single digit multiplication by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Word Problems - [ this link opens in a new window ] using basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication Word Problems for Kids - Pick your grade level and start solving problems! Sock Adventures - Fractions/Estimations, Multiplication , Money : Run-away socks put students through critical thinking math exercises
Apply basic function rules. 4.2.6 AT	Ambleweb Function Machine - students identify what process was used to produce a sequence of numbers (twelve processes available)
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives	Algebra (Grades 3 - 5)
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Geometry 4.3.1 | 4.3.2 | 4.3.3 | 4.3.4 | 4.3.5 | 4.3.6
Identify points, lines, and rays. 4.3.1 G	Identify Geometric Shapes - Match the shape with the correct name to uncover a picture
Recognize congruent geometric figures. 4.3.2 G	Congruent Concentration - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a matching board to demonstrate knowledge of congruent figures ( Author - Paulette Boggs ) Congruent or Not - [ this link opens in a new window ] explore the concept on congruency of polygons ( Author - Randy Russell )
Identify and draw lines of symmetry for two-dimensional geometric figures. 4.3.3 G	Lines of Symmetry - this video lesson explains horizontal, vertical and diagonal line symmetry, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on several quizzes. Symmetry Activity - practice making patterns that have symmetry
Identify the result of a transformation (flip or slide) that has been applied to a simple two-dimensional geometric shape. 4.3.4 G	Cube - Find out which colors will be on opposite faces of a cube whose faces are shown unfolded. Flip, Slide, or Turn - six flash movies allow you to watch the path an object takes while it is being transformed Flips, Slides, and Turns - a manipulative which allows you to view the effect of applying reflection, translation, and rotation transformations Mathematical Movements (Flips, Slides and Turns) - [ designed for 3rd grade ] a 25 page lesson with printables Measuring Turns - what would shapes look like if rotated Slides, Flips, and Turns - lesson plan with links to four printables Spy Guys Interactive - Slides and Flips - Lesson 17 Transformations - a Flash movie which demonstrates flips, slides, and turns Wrapping Paper Patterns - [ this link opens in a new window ] decide which figures would result from a flip, a slide, or a turn ( Author - Paulette Boggs )
Identify two- or three-dimensional shapes given defining attributes. 4.3.5 G	Anglemania - ( 3-5 ) [ this link opens in a new window ] describe triangles using appropriate geometric vocabulary ( Author - Laurie Ayers ) Identify Shapes - [ this link opens in a new window ] two- and three-dimensional geometric figures are used Patterns for Solid Figures - Complete to make a cube figure Polygons and Non-Polygons - drag polygons into one bin and anything that is not a polygon into another bin Quad Squad - [ this link opens in a new window ] describe various quadrilaterals ( Author - Sandi King ) Solid Pattern Pieces - [ this link opens in a new window ] name the different faces of solid figures to make objects using a pattern ( Author - Paulette Boggs )
Locate and specify points in Quadrant 1 of a coordinate system. 4.3.6 AT	Billy Bug - Guide Billy to the coordinates hiding the food. coordinates 0-10 | coordinates 0-5 Graphing Skills - [ this link opens in a new window ] What's the point? find the point on the grid (choose Easy for Quadrant 1 problems) Grid Graph - [ this link opens in a new window ] identify and plot points on a grid (A uthor - Paulette Boggs ) Reading Grids - find Hurkle in an intersection of a grid Worksheet Generator coordinate plane worksheets - Print your own blank coordinate plane worksheets, you determine the number of grids on a sheet and whether the grids are numbered or not.
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives	Geometry (Grades 3 - 5)
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Measurement 4.4.1 | 4.4.2 | 4.4.3 | 4.4.4 | 4.4.5 | 4.4.6 | 4.4.7 | 4.4.8 | 4.4.9
Select and use tools to measure weight and volume in customary or metric units.	Are We There Yet? - [ this link opens in a new window ] select the appropriate unit of measure ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Measuring Tools - [ this link opens in a new window ] select measurement tools for real-world measuring situations ( Author - Sandi King ) Teaching Measures - Choose from three modules; length, mass, and capacity . Each category offers several activities for your large screen display as well as supporting worksheets. Weight and Capacity - this video lesson explains weight and capacity and the units to measure each, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on several quizzes.
Read temperature using Fahrenheit and Celsius thermometers. 4.4.1 ME	Be a Scientist - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate temperatures using a Celsius thermometer ( Author - Sandi King ) Hot Stuff - [ this link opens in a new window ] estimate temperatures using a Fahrenheit thermometer ( Author - Sandi King ) Thermometer - asks students to compare the temperature on two days - page instructs them on the concepts of minus quantities as the difference between two things
Find the perimeter of rectangles. 4.4.2 ME	Area and Perimeter - calculate the area or perimeter of the rectangle Area Explorer - Students are shown shapes on a grid after setting the perimeter and asked to calculate areas of the shapes. Bucky's Blueprints - Choose One Story House and click on Maybe Later when the registration screen comes up. Fence Me In - [ this link opens in a new window ] find the perimeter of a rectangle ( Author - Mary Blackburn ) Perimeter - [ this link opens in a new window ] calculate the Perimeter of a Rectangle Perimeter Explorer - Students are shown shapes on a grid after setting the area and asked to calculate perimeters of the shapes. Shape Explorer - Students are shown shapes on a grid and asked to calculate areas and perimeters of the shapes. Spy Guys Interactive - Area and Perimeter - Lesson 12 Spy Guys Interactive - Relating Area and Perimeter - Lesson 13
Tell time to the nearest minute. 4.4.3 ME	Analog Clock - (whole class activity) You call out a time and ask a student to set the clock. Bang On Time - Read the time in words then stop the clock when the hands reach the right time. Bedtime Bandits - (students try to stay up as late as possible by blasting killer clocks that drop from the ceiling) After each stage, identifying the correct clock gets harder and harder. Eventually, students have to blast the clock that is “4 hours and 15 minutes past 2:30 ”, for example. Clock Program - Start with either an analog or a digital clock, then set the other clock to the time given on the first clock. Clockworks - set the time on the clock. [ four difficulty levels ] Draw Hands - free worksheets from Math Slice, time intervals from 1 hour to one minute Kid Klock - use pull down menus to select the time you would like to see on an analog clock Stop the Clock - match digital time to analog clocks, or written time, by dragging the digital clocks, or written time | to the nearest hour | to the nearest half hour | to the nearest fifteen minutes | to the nearest five minutes | to the nearest minute | to the nearest minute [military time] Tell Time - free worksheets from Math Slice, time intervals from 1 hour to one minutes Worksheet Generator - You decide on the variables; students tell the time or draw the hands on the clock face, time increments from half-hour to one minute, and answer sheet.
Measure length to the nearest 1/4 inch or nearest centimeter. 4.4.4 ME	Measure It - [ this link opens in a new window ] FunBrain displays a ruler with a red bar above it and you must click on the length of the red bar. [ centimeters or inches ] Teaching Measures – Choose from three modules; length , mass, and capacity. Each category offers several activities for your large screen display as well as supporting worksheets. The Ruler Game - Learn To Read A Ruler [ inches only - increments from inches to sixteenths ] Worksheet Generator - ( inches only ) Print your own worksheets to let your students practice reading a ruler.
Use estimation to determine if a length or volume measurement is reasonable. 4.4.5 ME	Are We There Yet? - [ this link opens in a new window ] select the appropriate unit of measure, and use estimation ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Walrus World - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn strategies for solving real world problems ( Author - Randy Russell )
Solve real-world problems involving addition and subtraction of measurements. 4.4.6 R	Barrels of Milk - Seven barrels are full of milk. Seven others half filled, and the remaining seven are empty. Please help divide the barrels fairly. Spy Guys Interactive - Problem Solving Bank - Lesson 20 . (fifteen problems to solve, with suggested strategies given)
Solve real-world problems involving elapsed time to the quarter-hour. 4.4.7 R	Elapsed Time - free worksheets from Math Slice, time intervals from 1 hour to one minute Elapsed Time on a Clock - an E-Lab activity from Harcourt School Publishers Is It PE Time? - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a chart (table) to solve problems ( Author - Sandi King ) Right Time - [ this link opens in a new window ] explore the meaning of AM and PM while they tell time to the hour and half hour ( Author - Linda Burke )
Apply the formula for finding the area of a rectangle. 4.4.8 ME	Area - [ this link opens in a new window ] calculate the area of a rectangle Calculate the area of a Rectangle - instruction followed by practice activities Finding the Area of a Rectangle - instruction followed by questions checking understanding Find the area of a rectangle - This selection focuses on what the area of a rectangular object (like a room) means, and how it’s measured. Rectangular Area - select the area of the rectangles shown Shape Surveyor - [ this link opens in a new window ] You will be shown a rectangle (at FunBrain) with the dimensions labeled. You must calculate the area or perimeter of the rectangle.
Select appropriate standard units to measure length, perimeter, area, capacity, volume, weight, time, temperature, and angles. 4.4.9 ME	Alien Angles - estimate angles, without a protractor, ranging from 1-180 by dragging a movable line Are We There Yet? - [ this link opens in a new window ] select the appropriate unit of measure ( Author - Kaye Maddox ) Area Explorer - Find the perimeter of shapes on a grid Measurement Equivalents - concentration style matching game with standard equivalent measurements, such as pounds, ounces, pints, cups, etc Measure it - [ this link opens on a new page ] practice using a ruler (inches and centimeters) Measuring Angles - Investigating angles and the use of a protractor Measuring Tools - [ this link opens on a new page ] select measurement tools for real-world measuring situations. ( Author - Sandi King ) Practice converting from one metric unit to another with this java applet (length, area, volume, mass, or time units ) Teaching Measures - Choose from three modules; length, mass, and capacity. Each category offers several activities for your large screen display as well as supporting worksheets. Weight and Capacity - this video lesson explains weight and capacity and the units to measure each, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on several quizzes.
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives	Measurement (Grades 3 - 5)
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Data Analysis and Probability 4.5.1 | 4.5.3 | 4.5.4 | 4.5.5
Interpret data displayed in bar graphs and pictographs. 4.5.1 DP	All The Parts - ( 3-5 ) [ this link opens on a new page ] learn the parts of a graph. ( Author - Sandi King ) Bar Graph - Enter data to create a bar graph, then manipulate the graph's maximum and minimum values Circle Graph - Enter data categories and the value of each category to create a circle graph (similar to "Pie Chart" but the user can define the data set) Create-a-Graph - lessons and activities for all types of graphs Data Picking - students collect data, enter tally marks or numbers and then select which graph is appropriate Grapher - interactive column graph maker, students can change values and labels The Hot Tub - This is a fun activity where students tell the story behind a graph and relate slope to rate of change. How It All Stacks Up - [ this link opens in a new window ] interpret and compare information using a bar graph ( Author - Sandi King ) Interpreting Column Graphs - students practice by answering ten questions about the graph Interpreting Data - survey a small group by clicking on each of the children, turn the tally marks into two types of graphs and then go back and take a different survey Interpreting Data Quiz - after you finish the lesson above, take this quiz Kids Have Pets - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn about the parts of a bar graph and how to collect information. ( Author - Sandi King ) Kinds Of Graphs - [ this link opens in a new window ] learn about various types of graphs ( Author - Sandi King ) Overview of a Bar Graph by Nicole Carroll followed by a practice quiz Overview of a Line Graph by Nicole Carroll followed by a practice quiz ; another quiz Overview of a Pictograph by Nicole Carroll followed by a practice quiz Play Ball - [ this link opens in a new window ] collect data to put on a picture graph. ( Author - Sandi King ) Pie Chart - view pie charts (parameters: number of sectors, size of sector as a percent) Reading Venn Diagrams - use Venn diagrams to answer questions Spy Guys Interactive - Understanding and Interpreting Graphs - Lesson 10 [advanced] Use Graphs to Answer Questions - This Saxon math site uses pictographs or tally marks in the form of check marks. Graphs are sometimes repeated with new questions. Be careful! What percentage has been shaded - Guess the percent of the shaded pie chart
Determine the most likely, least likely, or equally likely outcomes in simple experiments. 4.5.3 DP	Chances Are - [ this link opens in a new window ] predict the likelihood of events using a circle graph with percentages as a model ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) Coin Toss - toss enough coins to make a prediction about probability (maximum number of tosses 1000, but you can keep tossing to get a larger dataset) Hand Squeeze - (a data collection and analysis class experiment) - Pass a "hand squeeze" around a circle and measure the amount of time that it takes for the hand squeeze to complete the circle. Heads I Win - [ this link opens in a new window ] predict the likelihood of tossing heads or tails and graphs the results of coin tosses ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) Leap Frog - [ this link opens in a new window ] design an experiment to answer a question, collect information, and interpret the results using charts ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) Lions and Tigers - [ this link opens in a new window ] predict the likelihood of a simple event (rolling a die) as a fraction ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) Me Too Probability - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a tree diagram to display possible outcomes of who will come to the party ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) The Random Ball-Picking Machine - experiment with a random generator at a BBC site to collect data to make decisions about probability. After you finish working through the ball-picking activity, take a ten-question quiz What are Your Chances - What many people refer to as 'good luck' can actually be explained by a little knowledge about probability and statistics. Our dice game allows you to see how increasing or decreasing the number of dice rolls effects an outcome. Why Can't I Win? - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a spinner to predict the likelihood of simple events occurring. ( Author - Sandi King ) What Are My Chances - [ this link opens in a new window ] explore probability and ratios ( Author - Sandi King )
Select all possible outcomes of a simple experiment (i.e., spinner, coin toss, number or color cube). 4.5.4 DP	Coin Toss - toss enough coins to make a prediction about probability (maximum number of tosses 1000, but you can keep tossing to get a larger dataset) Pin The Tail - [ this link opens in a new window ] use probability to predict and conduct experiments to test predictions ( Author - Michaél Dunnivant ) The Random Ball-Picking Machine - experiment with a random generator at a BBC site to collect data to make decisions about probability. After you finish working through the ball-picking activity, take a ten-question quiz
Determine the median of a data set. 4.5.5 DP	All That Data - [ this link opens in a new window ] use range, mean, median, and mode ( Author - Kristy Rousseau ) All That Data Two - [ this link opens in a new window ] describe graphs in terms of range, measures of central tendency, and distribution ( Author - Kristy Rousseau ) Jupiter Is Average - [ this link opens in a new window ] Using data from our solar system, students explore median, mode, mean, and range. Students learn to use an on-line calculator to determine the mean and range. ( Author - Sandi King ) Mean Green Machine - [ this link opens in a new window ] use a calculator to find and use the average, or mean, of a set of data ( Author - Kristy Rousseau ) Mean, Median, and Mode Calculator - enter numbers separated by comma and then calculate Medians - [ this link opens in a new window ] understand and apply the concepts of median and mean ( Author - Michael Naylor ) Mode, Mean, Median - calculate mode, median and mode of a set of buildings, then repeat the activity with a different set - (metric measurements) Quiz following the Mode, Mean, Median activity Party Comedian - [ this link opens in a new window ] find and use the median of a set of data ( Author - Kristy Rousseau ) Party Mode - [ this link opens in a new window ] find and use the mode of a set of data ( Author - Kristy Rousseau )
Virtual Manipulatives	Data Analysis & Probability (Grades 3 - 5) Virtual Dice - four styles available; single, double, triple, or +/- dice

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Practice Tests	Council on Competiveness presents a truly rigorous exam - select 4th Grade and then Math [timed exam] Houghton Mifflin Mathematics Test Prep Practice
Released Tests & Others	FCAT Sample Test Book - [ 2008 ] sample questions and test taking tips FCAT Sample Answer Book - [ 2008 ] sample questions and test taking tips Fourth Grade Math - Read each question and choose the best answer. Then mark the circle next to the letter for the answer you have chosen. ( from Texas ) Texas end-of-year Math test 2004
TAAS Attack Daily Upkeeps	Daily Upkeeps - Scroll down this page until you see " 4th Grade TAAS Attack Daily Upkeeps ." There are 15 practice activities to print (in .pdf format)
General Total Math Review	Brain Teasers - critical thinking skills Math Olympics - Answer 20 multiple choice questions correctly to win the Math Olympics. Topics range from basic computation and general math knowledge to word problems with percentages, ratios, and fractions. Math Olympics provides excellent test prep practice for students in grades 4+. Money Review - Start on level two or three for counting money review Mrs. Renz's 4th grade math site - Many selections of concepts to review and practice. SOL Resources - posted by Virginia DOC Solve It! - Math Videos provide problem solving practice for students in grades 3 to 6. Each of the thirteen sets contain five multistep word problems with step by step video solutions. Concepts include basic operations, algebraic reasoning, money, fractions, percent, perimeter, area, proportional reasoning, and measurement. ThatQuiz is a math testing web site developed by Andrew Lyczak, a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire. The site offers free testing, grading and record keeping for teachers, with practice tests for students. This is a completely free, non-profit educational site.

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