For boys and girls who are prepared in the essential elements of arithmetic this, the Fifth Book of the Series, proposes additional instruction in concrete measurements, percentage, interest, and commercial matters. This Series purports to be only a systematic arrangement of lessons for children studying the subject. It consists of graded lessons…

The focus is on using mathematical concepts and operations to decode holiday messages. Worksheets are provided for levels one-two, three-four, five-six, and seven-eight. (MNS)

This activity consists of two problem situations, each illustrating how a computer can be used as a tool to assist students in solving mathematical problems. In one, numerous calculations are performed by the computer; the second uses a Monte Carlo model to simulate a physical action. (MNS)

Activities from the "IDEAS" department which appeared in the "Arithmetic Teacher" between 1980 and 1985 were selected for this publication, designed for students in grades 4 through 6. The activities were reprinted just as they originally appeared in the journals. The selections are arranged according to the major topical areas of the curriculum:…

Describes an activity designed to help children understand why there is a limit to the size of animals that live on land. Details the materials and set-up for this activity. Contains a reproducible, three-part activity sheet to accompany the activity. A key for the teacher is included. (CW)

Described are integrated science and mathematics activities that focus on gathering, displaying, and interpreting data on balloons. Students are involved in sampling, taking polls and surveys, doing experiments, classifying, estimating, and measuring. Included are directions, extensions, and activity sheets for students and parents. (KR)

Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…

Focuses on student organization, preparation, and presentation of simple foods (beverage, brownies, sloppy-joe sandwiches) as a way to apply various mathematical concepts, with problem-solving techniques being central to almost all the activities. Includes reproducible student worksheets. (MKR)

This teacher's guide and student guide are designed to accompany a mathematics textbook that contains supplemental readings, activities, and methods adapted for secondary students who have disabilities and other students with diverse learning needs. The materials are designed to help these students succeed in regular education content courses and…

This teacher's guide and student guide are designed to accompany a general mathematics textbook that contains supplemental readings, activities, and methods adapted for secondary students who have disabilities and other students with diverse learning needs. The materials are designed to help these students succeed in regular education content…

This student welding competency-based education curriculum consists of six units dealing with general areas related to trade occupations and nine units covering specific aspects of working with welding equipment and performing welding operations. Topics covered in the first six units are welding opportunities, human relations, safety, basic…