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Lesson Plans - Grade 7 Math


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A number like this [1.2.2] is a state benchmark for math. Click it to link to the benchmarks.
9-18-2000
1. Problem/Week.....2. P19 10-13........3. .................
4. .................5. .................6. .................

OBJECTIVE: Solve problems by choosing estimation, mental math, paper and pencil or calculator. (1-5, Pp17ff)[2.3.2] ACTIVITIES: (Assembly Schedule-shortened classes) for magazine sale. Students are to review page 4 and list the following for each problem: EXPLORE What is given? What do you know? What do you need to find? PLAN How will you get the answer (check strategies page 19). SOLVE - Do your problem. Examine Is your answer reasonable? Does it make sense? Can you check it. [REPEAT THIS PROCESS FOR EACH PROBLEM] NOTES: Period 3 will have a substitute. HOMEWORK: Explain how to solve: The distance between successive bases on a baseball diamond is 27.43 meters. About how far does a player run when hitting a home run? (Glencoe7)

9-19-2000
1. HW Base Run......2. Math Facts Drill.3. P21 3-9..........
4. .................5. .................6. .................

OBJECTIVE: Solve problmes by classifying information (1-6, Pp20ff)[2.1.3] ACTIVITIES: Students will read pp20-21 and work with a partner to solve p21 3-9. Be sure to include appropriate units in all problems. NOTES:Students who do not pass the math facts drill will require write-outs or verification of review/practice before receiving credit. HOMEWORK: Classify the 11 western continental states of the United States in alphabetical order of their SECOND letter.

9-20-2000
1. HW ClassifyState.2. Math Fact Drill..3. .................
4. .................5. .................6. .................

OBJECTIVE: Examine expressions using the order of operations (1-7, Pp24ff) [1.1.6] [Active Link: Info on Order of operations] ACTIVITIES: Introduce order of operations as per p24 in the text. Supplement with the hand out. Introduce and model. Practice P25. NOTES:Students who do not pass the math facts drill will require write-outs or verification of review/practice before receiving credit. Distribute progress reports HOMEWORK: Study for Order of Operations quiz.

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9-21-2000
1. ProgReport #1....2. OrdOps Quiz......3. Math Fact Drill..
4. .................5. .................6. .................

OBJECTIVE: Order of operations practice and quiz. ACTIVITIES: Introduce the use of exponents. (see 32 for the rest of the order of operations) NOTES:Students who do not pass the math facts drill will require write-outs or verification of review/practice before receiving credit. HOMEWORK: 6+3-4x6 6-1÷8^3 1+5^3x6 8÷5+2-5 1x4÷1-8

9-22-2000
1. HW OrdOps Pract..2. Math Fact Drill..3. .................
4. .................5. .................6. .................

OBJECTIVE: Use powers and exponents in expressions (1-9, Pp32ff) ACTIVITIES:Vocabulary/terminology FACTOR EXPONENT POWER BASE EVALUATE. [Sample Table]Link GraphicNOTES:Students who do not pass the math facts drill will require write-outs or verification of review/practice before receiving credit. HOMEWORK: Write a paragraph using the vocabulary terms. Follow appropriate procedures, e.g., introductory sentence, 5 sentences, conclusion - use specific details. DO NOT WRITE A SET OF 5 SENTENCES!

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Problem of the week (check the scoring guide) The problem of the week is due next Monday. Students are to use diagrams, charts, and tables as needed. Explain the process used to solve the problem. Be neat.
Last Week's Solution
7WP-1 c/ Ideal School Supply Company

The rectangle on the grid below is divided into four pieces. Do all of the pieces have the same area? Find a way to prove your answer and be ready to share your proof with the class.

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