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Worksheet Generator - This web site will allow you to create printable math worksheets from your browser.
(addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, mixed problems, fractions, measurement, fractions, graphing, telling time, and a one-hundred chart)
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Mathematical Processes

Tennessee Mathematics Standards
2009-2010 Implementation

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Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment)
6.1.1 | 6.1.2 | 6.1.3 | 6.1.4 | 6.1.5 | 6.1.6 | 6.1.7 | 6.1.8 | 6.1.9 | 6.1.10
Understand the relationship between use of answers and the accuracy of the number.
0406.1.1
  1. Accuracy of a Number - from Wolfram MathWorld
  2. Precision of a Number - from Wolfram MathWorld
  3. Rules for Significant Figures and Decimal Places - from Ask Dr. Math
Identify the range of appropriate estimates, including over-estimate and under-estimate.
0406.1.2
  1. Comparison Estimator - Similar to Estimator but compares two sets of objects.
  2. Estimate - (use as a whole class activity) Select a range, display tick marks and estimate before revealing the answer.
  3. Estimation Valley Golf - Estimate answers to problems and putt your way into a championship!
  4. Estimator - Practice estimation skills by determining the number of objects, length, or area. (parameters: error tolerance)
  5. Guess the Number - developing skills in halving and estimation
  6. Let's Go Shopping - [this link opens in a new window] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop (Author - Sandi King)
  7. 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.
  8. Round About - [this link opens in a new window] estimate by rounding (Author - Sandi King)
  9. That's Right - [this link opens in a new window] estimate measurements in real-world problems using money (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  10. 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.
Connect operations with decimals to money and make estimates.
0406.1.3
  1. Million Dollar Mission - a mathematics fantasy
Use commutative, associative, and distributive properties of numbers including oral descriptions of mathematical reasoning.
0406.1.4
  1. Area Model of the Distributive Property - a TeacherTube video [2:18]
  2. Area Models for Multiplication and Division - an Annenberg lesson plan from their Learning Math series
  3. Basic Number Properties: Associative, Commutative, and Distributive - explanation from Purple Math
  4. Commutative Property - addition and multiplication properties are explained using an animated image
  5. Commutative Property - explanation and examples
  6. Commutative & Associative Properties - this PowerPoint show includes a ten question quiz with answers
  7. Commutativity - the ability to change the order of something without changing the end result [Wikipedia]
  8. Distributive Property - uses animated images to help explain the property
  9. Distributive Property - short animation that loops
  10. Distributive Property - five slide PowerPoint show which uses animation very effectively
  11. Number Properties - from Online Math Learning
  12. Use the distributive property to simplify numerical and variable expressions - an eleven slide PowerPoint show which use animation effectively to teach the concept
  13. Which Property - quiz in the form of a PowerPoint show
Measure using ruler, meter stick, clock, thermometer, or other scaled instruments.
0406.1.5
  1. Be a Scientist - [this link opens in a new window] estimate temperatures using a Celsius thermometer (Author - Sandi King)
  2. Hot Stuff - [this link opens in a new window] estimate temperatures using a Fahrenheit thermometer (Author - Sandi King)
  3. 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
Identify geometric or physical attributes that are appropriate to measure in a given situation.
0406.1.6
 
Translate the details of a contextual problem into diagrams and/or numerical expressions, and express answers using appropriate units.
0406.1.7
 
Match the spoken, written, concrete (including base ten blocks), and pictorial representations of decimals.
0406.1.8
  1. Base 10 - build blocks to create numbers with tens and ones - reinforces tally marks, number line, base ten blocks, and allows hundred blocks
  2. Base 10 Blocks - virtual manipulative
  3. Pattern Blocks Program - use tools to solve a variety of problems
  4. 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.
Develop a story problem that illustrates a given multiplication or division number sentence.
0406.1.9
  1. 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)
Use age-appropriate books, stories, and videos to convey ideas of mathematics.
0406.1.10
  1. Brian P. Cleary - author of books conveying math ideas - Mission of Addition, The, Action of Subtraction, The, How Long or How Wide?: A Measuring Guide
  2. Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University - type in math or numbers in the search box.
  3. Flatland: A romance of many dimensions - fifty-five pages if printed
  4. Literature for Learning Math Concepts - using books to teach math
  5. Note of Caution: the books below are not available to read online, they are given as a reading list only
    1. Fiction about Math - a 3 page reading list in MS Word format
    2. Math Month in the Library - article about books to consider
    3. Math Novels - use this list of novels as a reading list rather than a shopping list
    4. Math and Science Related Books - a reading list from Math Forum
    5. Mathematical Fiction - large database of titles
    6. Mathematics fiction books - Wikipedia index to articles about 19 books
    7. Mathematics in Fiction - a reading list of novels in which mathematics play a large role
State Performance Indicators
6.1.1 | 6.1.2 | 6.1.3 | 6.1.4
Verify a conclusion using the commutative, associative and distributive properties.
SPI 0406.1.1
 
Compare decimals using concrete and pictorial representations.
SPI 0406.1.2
  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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)
Determine the correct change from a transaction.
SPI 0406.1.3
  1. Change It! - [this link opens on a new page] practice adding up all of your coins - You select the number of problems that you want to use as well as the number of pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars that may appear in each problem. You may elect to express your questions in words only, coins only, or a combination of both
  2. Change Maker - [this link opens on a new page] Figure out how many of each bill or coin that you expect to get back when you pay for something. Select Medium for problems involving less than $5.00
  3. 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.
  4. Let's Do Lunch - [this link opens in a new window] use a menu to order lunches that meet various criteria (Author - Sandi King)
  5. Making Change
    1. Lesson on how to count change back to a customer
    2. Practice giving change
    3. Play a game making change
  6. Making Change - [this link opens in a new window] count money and make change (Author - Sandi King)
  7. 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
  8. Money Program - three levels; easy (ends in multiples of five), medium, and advanced (giving change back)
  9. School Store - [this link opens in a new window] subtract using decimals as they make change [regrouping required] (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  10. Show Me The Money - [this link opens in a new window] add using columns (Author - Sandi King)
Compare objects with respect to a given geometric or physical attribute and select
appropriate measurement instrument.
SPI 0406.1.4
 
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Number & Operations
Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment)
6.2.1 | 6.2.2 | 6.2.3 | 6.2.4 | 6.2.5 | 6.2.6 | 6.2.7 | 6.2.8 | 6.2.9 | 6.2.10 | 6.2.11 | 6.2.12 | 6.2.13 | 6.2.14
Compose and decompose quantities according to place value.
0406.2.1
  1. Expanded Form of Numbers - write the numeral the expanded form represents &
  2. Identifying Place Values - identify the place value of the digits &
    1. Finding Place Values - find the place value of a particular numeral within a number &
  3. 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)
  4. 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.
  5. Place Value - [this link opens in a new window] rounding numbers and place value activities (choose from easy to super hard)
  6. Practice place value at FreeMathTest - numbers 10 to 99, numbers 100 to 999, numbers 1000 to 9999
  7. Place Value and Decimal - Quick Time movie explaining place values.
  8. Place Value of Decimals - What is the place value of a number in a decimal?
  9. Place Value - Lesson One- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  10. Place Value - Lesson Two- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  11. Place Value - Lesson Three- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  12. Place Value - Lesson Four- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  13. Place Value in Words and Numbers - type the correct numeral to represent the words &
  14. Place Value Party - Choose any ages to start, then trade candles until both cakes have the same number.
  15. 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
  16. Specific Place - find the numeral in a specific place value &
  17. There Must Be Thousands - [this link opens in a new window] read, write and identify numerals to the hundred thousands (Author - Sandi King)
  18. 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)
Understand decimal notation as an extension of the base-ten number system.
0406.2.2
  1. Math Facts -Timed math facts, or select practice mode without the timer
  2. Math Mayhem - A fast paced program where you can select addition problems. Most are two digit problems.(Warning: turn sound to mute - this activity gets very loud!)
  3. Math Mastery - Select subtraction and practice your facts!
  4. Mental Math - Select an operation to practice your skills
  5. What number would complete this sentence? - what number would complete the equation? - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  6. Word problems - adding and subtracting fractions
Multiply two- and three-digit whole numbers.
0406.2.3
  1. All in the Family - [this link opens in a new window] multiply and divide fact families that have the number 7 (Author - Sandi King)
  2. Ambleweb Times Table Tester - practice multiplication facts on one of three levels; Easier, Harder, or Megahard.
  3. Animal Legs - [this link opens in a new window] use repeated addition as a strategy to solve multiplication story problems (Author - Sandi King)
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Checking Division - [this link opens in a new window] learn that multiplication is the inverse operation of division (Author - Sandi King)
  7. Check It Out - [this link opens in a new window] uses manipulatives to divide by 6 (Author - Sandi King)
  8. 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.
  9. Draggable Multiplication - Keep your numbers in the correct column with this game!
    1. Other Draggable Operations - addition, subtraction and division also available
  10. Explore the Multiplication Table with Math Cats - an interactive hundreds chart
  11. Fact Families - [this link opens in a new window] learn about multiplication and division fact families (Author - Jackie Russell)
  12. FlashCards - timed game, practice facts, type answers
  13. Groups Of Dogs - [this link opens in a new window] use arrays to understand the meaning of multiplication (Author - Sandi King)
  14. 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
  15. Making Arrays - using arrays to practice understanding of multiplication
  16. 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.
  17. Math Mastery - select operation and practice your facts
  18. Mathematics Problem Solving Index - choose the operation and solve the problem.
  19. Multiples of 2, 3, 4, & 5 - a number displayed will be a multiple of one of the answers shown
  20. Multiplication Hidden Picture - Identify the answer to the problem to uncover a hidden picture underneath.
  21. Minute Math - select type and level of problems to give students practice in addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division
  22. Multiplication - 1-3, 2-5, 3-8, 5-10, customize for any number range - from FreeMathTest
    1. Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic
  23. Multiplication Mystery - drag the product to the correct place on a 9 x 9 grid
  24. Multiflyer - A fun way to study multiplication facts. Earphones are suggested! They will ask you to join, but it is free online. Just click, No thank you to continue.
  25. Multiplication Flash Card Game - a timed 30-second game
  26. Nine Pattern - [this link opens in a new window] explore patterns while multiplying and dividing by 9 (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  27. 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
  28. Rabbits - [this link opens in a new window] recall multiplication facts using a hundreds chart (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  29. Save the Clown fish - Help the clown fish escape the shark by answering fifteen single digit multiplication problems before missing three.
  30. 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
  31. 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)
  32. Spinning Wheels - [this link opens in a new window] learn multiplication facts (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  33. Sum Sense (Multiplication) - Students practice single digit multiplication by dragging numbers to complete the sentence.
  34. 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.
  35. Times Table Practice
    1. Multiplication Generator - pick the fact family you wish to review.
    2. Multiplication Number Sense - Understand multiplication by using this grid.
    1. Quick Flash - practice times table facts here
    2. 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!
    3. Times Table Grid - locate the product of two single-digit numbers
    4. Times Table Grid II - students are given a sample product and asked where to locate it on a 10x10 grid
    5. Multiplication Tables - Practice individual sets of fact by numeral
    6. Tools for Times Tables - Site to help students learn their facts.
  36. 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.
Understand and use a reliable algorithm for multiplying multi-digit numbers and dividing numbers by a single-digit divisor accurately and efficiently.
0406.2.4
  1. Curious and Useful Math - Here you will find tricks and rules for quickly calculating certain types of math problems.
  2. K-12 Math Problems, Puzzles, Tips & Tricks from the Math Forum
Understand that division by zero is undefined.
0406.2.5
 
Divide three-digit whole numbers by one-digit divisors fluently with pencil and paper.
0406.2.6
  1. Ambleweb Divider Machine - three levels are available
  2. On Target - [this link opens in a new window] recall division facts (Author - Kaye Maddox)
Identify factors of whole numbers and model factors and products beyond basic multiplication facts using arrays and area models.
0406.2.7
 
Generate equivalent forms of whole numbers, decimals, and common fractions (e.g., 1/10, ¼, ½, ¾).
0406.2.8
  1. Adding Fractions - with the same denominator - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  2. Adding Fractions - using circle graphs - (mixed numbers)
  3. Adding Fractions - mixed denominators
  4. Converting Fractions, Decimals, and Percents - from Fact Monster
  5. Count decimals [this link opens in a new window] using graphic shapes
  6. Death To Decimals - Click up at the top for detailed instructions for how to play. Match fractions with decimal form of the number.
  7. Defractionator - convert fractions to decimal equivalents
  8. Equivalent Fractions - find the fraction that is equivalent to the fraction given
  9. Equivalent Fractions and Decimals - [concentration style game] match fractions with their decimal equivalent
  10. Equivalent Fractions and Decimals - decide which answer will balance the scale
  11. EZ Fractions - Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide fractions - Help tools are on the site to give students every tool necessary for performing operations with fractions as easy as it has ever been!
  12. 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.
  13. Fraction Decimal Conversion - a Quia quiz
  14. Fraction Decimal Conversion - another Quia matching quiz
  15. Fraction Decimal Conversion - a Quia concentration style quiz
  16. Fractional Distances - Find Grampy by entering a fractional distance. (includes mixed numbers and various fractions)
  17. Fractions Converted to Percent and Decimals - an eleven question quiz from McGraw Hill Ryerson.
  18. Practice problems - online quiz adding and subtracting fractions
  19. Percent Fraction Matching - a Quia quiz
  20. Practice Converting Percent to Fractions - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  21. Rename Fractions in Lowest Terms - practice renaming fractions
  22. Subtracting Fractions - with same denominator - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  23. Writing Fractions as Percent - five practice problems are at the end of the lesson
 
  1. Fraction Quiz [this link opens in a new window] using shaded portions of objects
  2. 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]
Compare equivalent forms whole numbers, fractions, and decimals to each other and to benchmark numbers
0406.2.9
  1. Comparing Fractions Factsheets - seven different topics provided by BBC's Skillswise
  2. Comparing Fractions Game - three levels are available
    1. Another Comparing Fractions Game - two games are available
  3. Comparing Fractions Quiz - three levels are available
  4. Comparing Fractions Worksheets - four worksheets are available
  5. Comparing Numbers Factsheets - five different topics provided by BBC's Skillswise
Use models to understand division as the inverse of multiplication, partitioning, and repeated subtraction.
0406.2.10
  1. Activities at Illuminations - Illuminations has 100 online activities available. Select which types of activities you’re looking for, and click Search.
  2. Base 10 Blocks - virtual manipulative
  3. Electronic Examples - index of manipulatives from NCTM
  4. GeoBoard - this two-part example describes activities that use interactive geoboards
  5. Integer Bars - learning fractions and more with on-line manipulatives
  6. Math Playground - a small but growing collection of manipulatives for teaching and learning
  7. National Library of Virtual Manipulatives - select topic and grade level to find appropriate manipulatives
  8. Pattern Blocks Program - use tools to solve a variety of problems
  9. Tangrams - interactive geometric site
  10. Virtual Manipulatives - a list of various manipulatives for grades 1-6
  11. Wolfram Demonstrations Project - a free resource of interactive visualizations from elementary education to the frontiers of research
Use models, benchmarks, and equivalent forms to compare fractions/decimals and locate them on the number line.
0406.2.11
  1. Comparing Fractions Games - two games; Dolphin Racing, and Ordering Game
  2. Comparing Fractions Quiz - three levels are available
  3. Comparing Fractions Worksheets - four worksheets available
  4. Comparing Numbers Quiz - three levels available
  5. Comparing Numbers Worksheet - three sheets to print
  6. Decimal Order - put the sequence of decimal numbers into ascending order
  7. Estimate Fractional Distance - watch Grammy carefully and estimate the fractional distance that represents where she jumped over the hedge
  8. Flowering Fractions - [this link opens in a new window] understand common fractions by using model representations (Author - Roseanne Phillips)
  9. Fraction Sorter - interactive site posted by Shodor
  10. Who Wants Pizza? - work through ten interactive pages on pictorial representations of fractions
Understand and use decimal numbers up to hundredths and write them as fractions.
0406.2.12
  1. Fraction Decimal Conversion - a Quia quiz
  2. Fraction Decimal Conversion - another Quia matching quiz
  3. Fraction Decimal Conversion - a Quia concentration style quiz
Solve multi-step problems of various types using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
0406.2.13
  1. Cameron's Trip - [this link opens in a new window] multiply and divide to solve real-world problems (Author - Jackie Russell)
  2. Groups Of Dogs - [this link opens in a new window] use arrays to understand the meaning of multiplication (Author - Sandi King)
  3. Let's Go Shopping - [this link opens in a new window] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop (Author - Sandi King)
  4. Maggies Farm - keep up with how many apples are sold and how much money was made
  5. Math at the Mall - practice percentages and finding the best deal while shopping at a virtual mall
  6. 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)
  7. Mathematics Problem Solving Index - practice at solving a variety of word problems
  8. Shopping at Troy's Toys - percent shopping
  9. Solving Math Word Problems - A Study Guides and Strategies web site posted by the University of St. Thomas
  10. Spy Guys Interactive - Problem Solving Bank - Click Skip Intro, then select Lessons, and then click on Lesson 20. (fifteen problems to solve, with suggested strategies given)
  11. Taming Word Problems - a WebQuest
  12. Two-step Computation - multiply and add to find costs of food
  13. Translating Word Problems - The hardest thing about doing word problems is taking the English problem and translating it into math. A lesson from Purplemath, a great Algebra resource
  14. What Percentage of your Class is Right or Left Handed? - a data collection and analysis class experiment
  15. Who Wants Pizza? - work through ten interactive pages on pictorial representations of fractions
  16. Word Problems For Kids - This is a set of carefully selected problems (grade 5 to Grade 12) which can help you improve your problem solving skills.
  17. Word Problem Practice - Problems in addition, subtraction and more (Warning: many pop-up ads on this site) (grades 1-5)
Understand the role of the remainder in division.
0406.2.14
 
State Performance Indicators
6.2.1 | 6.2.2 | 6.2.3 | 6.2.4 | 6.2.5 | 6.2.6 | 6.2.7 | 6.2.8 | 6.2.9 | 6.2.10 | 6.2.11 | 6.2.12
Read and write numbers from hundredths to hundred-thousands in numerals and in words.
SPI 0406.2.1
  1. 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]
  2. 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.
  3. Really Big Numbers - Enter a number then click the Click here button to see how to write it. Use numbers appropriate to this SPI.
  4. 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)
Locate and place mixed numbers on the number line.
SPI 0406.2.2
  1. Comparing two numbers on a number line from Web Math. Learn how to compare two numbers using a number line. Type each number into the boxes provided, then click "Show Me!"
  2. Line Jumper - [this link opens on a new page] Click on the number line at the correct answer.
  3. 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]
  4. 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.
  5. Number Line Bounce - Instructions on how to play are included at the top of the window.
  6. Number Line: Comparing and Ordering Integers - practice with an Interactive Adventure with Deep Sea Carl - Carl is diving in the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Australia. These waters are shark infested. Keep Carl safe by determining how many feet below sea level Jaws Daddy is.
  7. Rational Numbers on a Number Line - a 1 page document from Glencoe Publishers; with explanation, examples, and practice problems This is an Adobe Acrobat document
  8. Rational Numbers on a Number Line - a 13 page document with examples and sample problems This is an Adobe Acrobat document
  9. Rational Numbers on a Number Line - [designed for 6th grade]
    1. Practice problems to go with the lesson
  10. Rational Numbers on a Number Line - a 22 slide PowerPoint show with good sample questions
  11. Spy Guys Interactive - Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers - Click Skip Intro, then select Lessons, and then click on Lesson 2
  12. Visualizing Numbers on an Interactive Number Line - instructions for using this activity are included
  13. Worksheet Generator - Reducing Fractions to Lowest Terms - You decide on the number of problems, the difficulty and whether or not to include improper fractions
  14. Worksheet Generator - Print your own number line worksheets, you decide on the starting and ending numbers and the increment.
Identify the place value of a specified digit in a number and the quantity it represents.
SPI 0406.2.3
  1. 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)
  2. 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.
  3. Place Value - [this link opens in a new window] rounding numbers and place value activities (choose from easy to super hard)
  4. Practice place value at FreeMathTest - numbers 10 to 99, numbers 100 to 999, numbers 1000 to 9999
  5. Place Value and Decimal - Quick Time movie explaining place values.
  6. Place Value of Decimals - What is the place value of a number in a decimal?
  7. Place Value - Lesson One- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  8. Place Value - Lesson Two- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  9. Place Value - Lesson Three- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  10. Place Value - Lesson Four- Quick Time movie explaining place values
  11. Place Value Party - Choose any ages to start, then trade candles until both cakes have the same number.
  12. 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
  13. There Must Be Thousands - [this link opens in a new window] read, write and identify numerals to the hundred thousands (Author - Sandi King)
Find factors, common factors, multiples, and common multiples of two numbers.
SPI 0406.2.4
 
Generate equivalent forms of common fractions and decimals and use them to compare size.
SPI 0406.2.5
 
Use the symbols < , > and = to compare common fractions and decimals in both
increasing and decreasing order.
SPI 0406.2.6
  1. Alligator Lunch - [this link opens in a new window] learn greater than and less than symbols (Author - Sandi King)
  2. Compare - 1-9, 1-20, 10-99, 100-999, customize the range of numbers - from FreeMathTest
    1. Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic
  3. Compare Numbers - choose the orange button for numbers to 10,000
  4. Compare Numbers - explanation and examples from Study Zone
    1. Compare Numbers Practice Quiz - follow up quiz to the lesson above
  5. Comparing Exponential Expressions - select, <, >, or =
  6. Comparing Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game. When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game.
  7. Comparing Fractions Factsheets - seven factsheets are available
  8. Comparing Fractions Game - three levels are available
  9. Comparing Fractions Games - two games; Dolphin Racing, and Ordering Game
  10. Comparing Fractions Quiz - three levels are available
  11. Comparing Fractions Worksheets - four worksheets available
  12. Comparing Integers - Comparing integers with absolute values - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  13. Comparing Numbers Quiz - three levels available
  14. Comparing Numbers Worksheet - three sheets to print
  15. Comparing Values - Create your own math facts worksheets for comparing values. Problems can include calculations using positive and negative numbers, and two-digit decimal values.
  16. Crack the Code - [this link opens on a new page] Find the missing number in a series
  17. Decimal and Whole Number Jeopardy - [this link opens on a new page] one or two player game
  18. Decimal Order - put the sequence of decimal numbers into ascending order
  19. Fraction Generator - generate your own online interactive worksheet comparing fractions
  20. Fraction Sorter - interactive site posted by Shodor
  21. Genius Boxing - box some of history's great math minds such as Einstein, Copernicus, Galileo, Bill Gates and more for universal math supremacy
  22. Greater, Less Than, or the Same - Compare these decimals - instruction and review, practice, and a quiz &
  23. MathDrill lets your students practice <, >, or =
  24. Practice comparison at FreeMathTest - numbers from 0 to 10, numbers from 10 to 50, numbers from 50 to 100.
  25. Ordering Decimal Numbers - click and drag the numbers to put them in order from least to greatest
  26. Ordering Decimal Numbers II - click and drag the numbers to put them in order from least to greatest
  27. Organize the Wrenches - wrenches of various sizes must be placed in order from smallest to largest
  28. Place Numbers in Order - choose level and then ascending or descending order
  29. Put Numbers in Order Game - three levels are available sort 4, 6 or 8 numbers
  30. Simple Fractions - An instructional site that reviews terms, factoring, reducing, addition and subtraction of fractions
Convert improper fractions into mixed numbers and/or decimals.
SPI 0406.2.7
  1. Ice Cream Shop - Convert improper fractions to mixed fractions
  2. Improper Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game. When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game.
  3. Spy Guys Interactive - Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers - Click Skip Intro, then select Lessons, and then click on Lesson 2
  4. Worksheet Generator - Reducing Fractions to Lowest Terms - You decide on the number of problems, the difficulty and whether or not to include improper fractions
Add and subtract proper fractions with like and unlike denominators and simplify the answer.
SPI 0406.2.8
  1. Adding Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game. When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game.
  2. Fraction Flowers - online game
  3. 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)
  4. Maggies Farm - keep up with how many apples are sold and how much money was made
  5. Old Egyptian Math Cats Fractions - Add fractions like a true Old Egyptian Math Cat!
  6. Organize the Wrenches - wrenches of various sizes must be placed in order from smallest to largest
  7. Shade - Shade the figure to match the equivalent fraction
  8. Simple Fractions - An instructional site that reviews terms, factoring, reducing, addition and subtraction of fractions
  9. Subtracting Fractions - in Fishy Fractions click on , then click on Begin Game. When the sign up screen comes up click to begin the game.
  10. Tony's Fraction Pizza Shop - great interactive game on fractions.
  11. Visual Fractions - Review on identifying, renaming, comparing, addition and subtraction - online quizzes follow lessons
Add and subtract decimals through hundredths.
SPI 0406.2.9
  1. Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
  2. Checking Subtraction - [this link opens in a new window] explore the inverse relationship of addition and subtraction (Author - Sandi King)
  3. Circus Fun - [this link opens in a new window] add up to three digits with regrouping (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  4. 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.
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Fun on the Farm - Multiply the numbers and add the totals to see how much the farmer should charge for his products.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. It's A Fact - [this link opens in a new window] practice basic subtraction facts (Author - Kaye Maddox)
  11. Lemonade Stand - How much money is needed to purchase cups of lemonade?
  12. Let's Do Lunch - [this link opens in a new window] use a menu to order lunches that meet various criteria (Author - Sandi King)
  13. Let's Go Shopping - [this link opens in a new window] estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop (Author - Sandi King)
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. Math Stories Activity - select Combining, Separating, Comparing, or Equal Groups and then work through activities by writing math sentences
  17. Math stories with Leon the Chameleon - Click on the Addition and Subtraction button under the heading Select a Story
  18. 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
  19. My Backpack - [this link opens in a new window] add columns and find missing addends using data generated from a chart (Author - Sandi King)
  20. Railroad Repair - students must repair gaps in the railroad tracks by adding decimal lengths of track - each section gets harder
  21. 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
  22. Rounding - to the nearest ten or dollar, a quiz from Saxon math
  23. Shopping at Troy's Toys - percent shopping
  24. Show Me The Money - Students add using columns. (Author - Sandi King)
  25. 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)
  26. 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)
  27. Spy Guys Interactive - Decimals - Click Skip Intro, then select Lessons, and then click on Lesson 1
  28. Spy Guys Interactive - Solving Problems with Decimals - Click Skip Intro, then select Lessons, and then click on Lesson 5
  29. 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.
  30. 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.
  31. 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
  32. 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
Solve contextual problems using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
SPI 0406.2.10
 
Solve problems using whole number multi-digit multiplication.
SPI 0406.2.11
  1. 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)
  2. Sock Adventures - Fractions/Estimations, Multiplication, Money: Run-away socks put students through critical thinking math exercises
  3. Sum Sense (Multiplication) - Students practice single digit multiplication by dragging numbers to complete the sentence.
  4. Word Problems - [this link opens in a new window] using basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication
Solve problems using whole number division with one- or two-digit divisors.
SPI 0406.2.12
  1. Mathematics Problem Solving Index - practice at solving a variety of open sentence problems
  2. 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)
  3. Problem-Solving - numerous online tasks covering all operations with hints and answers provided.
  4. Sum Sense (Division) - Students practice single digit division by dragging numbers to complete the sentence.
  5. Word Problems for Kids - Pick your grade level and start solving problems!
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
  1. Number & Operations [Grades 3-5]
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Algebra
Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment)
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