The estimation strategies of "using compatible numbers,""averaging," and "rounding" are used. The first two worksheets review easy arithmetic facts and ask students to identify compatible numbers. Worksheet Three introduces averaging and provides practice with rounding, while the fourth worksheet contains problems for group practice. (MNS)

Four worksheets are presented, each using cubes to develop students' spatial visualization abilities. Directions and answer keys are both included. (MNS)

These activities were designed to introduce and reinforce fraction concepts. The worksheets begin with naming the numerator and denominator and go on to provide practice with halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, sixths, eighths, ninths, twelfths, and equivalent fractions. Coloring, dot-to-dot puzzles, and identifying activities predominate. A test and…

Geometrical probability deals with probability on infinite sample spaces where each outcome of an experiment is equally likely to occur. Geometry which identifies sample space regions and event subregions leads to a method of finding a desired probability. A collection of problems with solutions is presented. (MP)

This booklet was designed to provide practice on mathematical skills with material that is relevant in the lives of students in grades 2-5. All pages are tear-out reproducibles that may be used in any order, although varying levels of difficulty in both content and reading level are apparent. Activities pertaining to number, computation,…

This document is designed to aid students who wish to comprehend the algebraic problem-solving process for mixture problems. The instruction set was designed to be low stress, patiently delivered, and easy to follow. It was set up to be accompanied by a 25-minute audio cassette tape. The content of this document and the tape is directed to the…

Contained in this booklet is a variety of puzzles, games, and activities for students in grades 5-8 "who are looking for an extra challenge." The activities are categorized by number, money, clock, age, fraction, line, logic, and probability puzzles, with some games for two or more players. An answer key is provided. (MNS)

This booklet designed for students in grades 4-8 provides 52 activities, including puzzles and problems. Activities range from simple to complex, giving learners practice in finding patterns, numeration, permutation, and problem solving. Calculators should be available, and students should be encouraged to discuss solutions with classmates,…

This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…