Interactivate  MathDL: Mathematics Pathway http://mathdl.maa.org/ Middle School Portal: Math and Science Pathways http://msteacher.org/ CYBERTRIPS

Interactivate 

From Shodor: Our mission: to improve math and science education through the effective use of modeling and simulation technologies — “computational science.”  Interactivate is a set of free, online courseware for exploration in science and mathematics. It is comprised of activities, lessons, and discussions.

MathDL: Mathematics Pathway

http://mathdl.maa.org/

Middle School Portal: Math and Science Pathways

http://msteacher.org/

3 Places to Practice:

AAA Math

Math.com

Quia Shared Activities

CYBERTRIPS 

• 100 Square ... math game adding 10 to a number with a 100 square. Requires Flash plug-in.
• A+ Math ... bingo, concentration, and hidden picture games for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• AAA Math ... online math activities by grade level (K-8) or by topics (addition to statistics).
• Addition and Multiplication Tables in Various Bases ... and interactive table showing both addition and multiplication for bases 2 - 36. Includes online text describing conversions between number systems with various bases and weighing problems.Part of the Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles site.
• Alien Math ... zap unfriendly aliens by answering questions related to multiples. From Math Playground.
• Fact Monster ... fact tables, geography, exponents, fractions, decimals, and more.
• Factorize ... with this activity, you can visually explore the concept of factors by creating rectangular arrays with an area equal to the product of the factors. Hosted by NCTM Illuminations.
• Fairground Target Game ... count by 10's to 100. Requires Flash plug-in.
• Flashcards ... practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with an online flashcard exercise.
• Froggy Hops ... math game using addition of 1's and 10's. Requires Flash plug-in.
• Funbrain.Com: Math Baseball ... addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
• Funbrain.Com: Math Car Racing ... race against the computer while practicing addition, subtraction, multiplication, or subtraction.
• Funbrain.Com: Operation Order ... place numbers in order using addition, subtraction, and multiplication skills.
• Grand Slam Math ... practice addition, subtraction, division and multiplication with baseball word problems. From Math Playground.
• Integer Bars (or Cuisenaire Rods) ... hands-on to learn almost every math concept -- number sense, basic math skills, fractions, algebra, and more.
• KidsMath.Com ... addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurements and graphs. Includes levels of difficulty.
• Math Fact Cafe ... online math facts including a fact sheet creator.
• Math Hoops ... addition practice (grades 3-5) from single step to multi-step equations including a basketball game. From Math Playground.
• Multiplication.Com ... activities, games, and times tables specific to multiplication.
• Octopus Game ... add 10 to a number up to 60. Requires Flash plug-in.
• Professor Finkle's Flashcards for Beginners ... Professor Finkle helps with either addition or subtraction with this online activity. Hosted by Pauly's Playhouse.
• Using Calculators ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite provides an online calculator and number chart to show relationships between numbers and basic operations (less than or greater than 100).
• Virtual Manipulatives ... K-12 site supporting numbers and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. Maintained by the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives for Interactive Mathematics, Utah State University.
• Word Problems with Katie and Arlo (Addition/Subtraction) ... addition and subtraction baseball word problems. From Math Playground.
• Word Problems with Katie and Arlo (Division/Multiplication) ... division and multiplication baseball word problems. From Math Playground.

  Algebra

  • Base 10 Blocks ... exploring Whole Decimal Numbers, Place Value, and even Algebra with Base 10 Blocks.
  • Distance, Speed and Time Estimations ... for grades 3-5, this NCTM Illuminationssite provides simulations to help students make connections between distance, speed and time of runners.
  • General Coordinates Game ... plot points on the coordinate plane and to read the coordinates of a point plotted by the computer.
  • Graphing Linear Equations ... an online graphing calculator helps solve linear equations at the Algebra 1 level.
  • Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles ... games, puzzles, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, probability, quotes, math as a language, and more.
  • Integer Bars (or Cuisenaire Rods) ... hands-on to learn almost every math concept -- number sense, basic math skills, fractions, algebra, and more.
  • http://mathforum.org/math.topics.html ... K-12 resources for teachers and students (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, probability/statistics and discrete math).
  • NCTM Illuminations... Internet based resources to improve teaching and learning of mathematics based on NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics.
  • Patterns ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite focuses on patterns, analyzing relationships and making predictions.
  • Pattern, Functions, and Algebra ... an online tutorial starting with what geometry is and the moving through specific examples. Provided by the Annenberg/CPB Learner organization.
  • Rate of Change in Linear Functions ... for grades 6-8, this NCTM Illuminationssite uses an interactive slider graph to demonstrate the rate of change specific to phone calls. The focus of the activities relates to helping students understand the relationship between change and accumulation.
  • Simple Coordinates Game ... plot points on a coordinate plane and read the coordinates of a point plotted by the computer. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
  • Virtual Manipulatives ... K-12 site supporting numbers and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. Maintained by the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives for Interactive Mathematics, Utah State University.
  • Weigh the Wangdoodles ... use balanced equations and algebraic reasoning to find missing weights, including addition and multiplication operations. From Math Playground.
  • WisWeb ... this Dutch site developed and maintained by the Freudenthal Institute for Science and Mathematics Department of Education provides online activities to help learn Algebra (linearity and in context).

  Calculus

  • http://mathforum.org/math.topics.html ... K-12 resources for teachers and students (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, probability/statistics and discrete math).

  Decimals

  • AAA Math Decimals ... place value, adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, rounding, of decimals and more.

  • Decimal Squares ... games and activities including Beat the Clock, Blackjack, Concentration, Darts, Laser Beams, Place Value Strategy, Speedway, and Rope Tug. Requires Shockwave plugin.

  • Decimals, Whole Numbers and Exponents... explanations and examples of decimals, whole numbers, exponents, factorial notation and square root. Sponsored by the Math League.

  • Hot Subjects - Decimals ... rounding, place value, add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals. Maintained by Math.Com.

  • Quia Quiz ... matching, flash cards, and concentration games to help learn about decimals.

  Discrete Math

  • http://mathforum.org/math.topics.html ... K-12 resources for teachers and students (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, probability/statistics and discrete math).

  Fractions

  • All About Fractions ... add, subtract, divide, multiply, compare, convert, reduce, and look are relationships of fractions.
  • Fractions, Kids Online Resources ... what is a fraction, equivalents, reducing, multiplying, dividing, adding, subtracting, mixed and improper numbers.
  • Fresh Baked Fractions ... Funbrain site, online activities to help with fractions from easy to difficult.
  • Fraction Bars ... understanding of fractions, equivalent fractions, ordering and comparing fractions, basic addition and subtraction of fractions, and fraction size notation.
  • Fraction Track ... for grades 3-5, this NCTM Illuminationssite helps students learn about fractions related to a unit whole, compare fractional parts of a whole, and find equivalent

    fractions. Communications and reflection on work are stressed.

  • Integer Bars (or Cuisenaire Rods) ... hands-on to learn almost every math concept -- number sense, basic math skills, fractions, algebra, and more.
  • Hungry For Math ... learn fractions through the use of recipes.
  • KidsMath.Com ... addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurements and graphs. Includes levels of difficulty.
  • Pattern Blocks ... JAVA based program that teaches fractions by using different shaped blocks (square, triangle, rhombus, trapezoid, hexagon).
  • Spinners ... create a spinner and change the number of sections (a neat way to learn about fractions and probability). Hosted by the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives, Interactive Mathematics.

  General Math Sites

  • A + Math ... practice math skills, online flash cards, and math help. Requires Flash plug-in.
  • BBC Math Games ... online games related to numbers, algebra, data handling, shape space and measures. Requires Shockwave plugin.
  • CyberChase ... math thinking games by PBS.
  • Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles ... games, puzzles, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, probability, quotes, math as a language, and more.
  • KidsKount ... his Dutch site developed and maintained by the Freudenthal Institute for Science and Mathematics Department of Education provides online math games and activities.
  • Math Dictionary for Kids ... for grades 2 - 10, an interactive dictionary for math vocabulary. Requires Flash plug-in.
  • http://mathforum.org/math.topics.html ... K-12 resources for teachers and students (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, probability/statistics and discrete math).
  • Math in Everyday Life ... how do numbers affect everyday decisions (buy a car, decorate a room, follow a recipe)?
  • Math Playground ... word problems and other programs for grades K-6.
  • MathFrog ... online math activities and games for grades 4-5-6. Maintained by the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing, University of Waterloo, Canada.
  • MathNerds ...maintained by the Center for Advancement of Teaching, Xavier University,this site provides hints, suggestions and explanations to figure out math problems.
  • Math Olympics ... play Olympic games by answering math computation and word problems. Hosted by Math Playground.
  • National Library of Virtual Manipulatives, Interactive Mathematics ... a variety of activities, grades PreK-12, related to Numbers and Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, and Data Analysis/Probability. Hosted by the Utah State University.
  • NASA Why Files ... online component supporting video and print material for distance learning related to grades 3 - 5 specific to national science, math, and technology standards.
  • NCTM Illuminations... Internet based resources to improve teaching and learning of mathematics based on NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics.
  • Wired Math ... online math activities and games for grades 7-8-9. Maintained by the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing, University of Waterloo, Canada.

  Geometry

  • Aerodynamic Adventure ... a math Webquest to help Amelia Earhart finish her flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Webquest by Rebecca Stump and Margaret Schram, Aycock Middle School, Greensboro, NC.
  • Area Explorer ... test your skill at calculating the area of a random shape. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
  • Area and Perimeter of Rectangles ... interactive activity from Math Playground.
  • Artwork in Central Park ... a webquest integrating geometry and art.
  • Beacon Learning Center - "Sam's Similar Shapes" ... online activities help students learn about shapes that are different in size and shape. Created by Paulette Boggs (grades 3-5). Part of the Beacon Learning WebLessons.
  • Bubble Geometry ... a collection of sites maintained by CyberBee.
  • Classifying Angles ... an online lesson by Math.Com related to geometry and angles.
  • Congruence, Similarity, and Symmetry ... for grades 6-8, this NCTM Illuminationssite allows students to transform objects with rotations, translations, slides, reflections, or flips. The geometric transformations change the object's position or orientation but not its shape or size.
  • Creating Paths and Navigating Mazes: Hiding Ladybug ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite allows students to use their knowledge of numbers, measurement, and geometry to solve interesting problems.
  • Discovering the Value of Pi ... discover the special attribute of circles.
  • Estimating Scoops ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite uses exercises to connect their understandings of numbers, measurement, geometry, and data in order to make estimates.
  • Exploring Geometric Solids and Their Properties ... NCTM Illuminationssite to help 3-5 students learn geometric shapes, identify patterns and build solids.
  • Fractals - An Introduction ... a simple online activity to construct fractals.
  • Coordinates Game - General ... plot points on the coordinate plane and to read the coordinates of a point plotted by the computer.
  • Coordinates Game - Simple ... plot points on a coordinate plane and read the coordinates of a point plotted by the computer. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
  • Geometry ... an online tutorial starting with what geometry is and the moving through specific examples. Provided by the Annenberg/CPB Learner organization.
  • Geometry Center ... online tutorials and interactive activities hosted by Science U.
  • Helena's Origami ... triangle, pentagon, quilts, tessellations and many more types of origami.
  • Inclined Plane ... simulation combines math and science by adjusting angles of a plane along with math, velocity and friction to simulate a sliding object.
  • Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles ... games, puzzles, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, probability, quotes, math as a language, and more.
  • Interior Angles ... CoolMath4Kids teaches how angles are related to different geometric shapes.
  • KidsMath.Com ... addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurements and graphs. Includes levels of difficulty.
  • Length, Perimeter, Area, and Volume of Similar Objects ... for grades 6-8, this NCTM Illuminationssite allows students to manipulate the side lengths of one of two similar rectangles and the scale factor to learn about how the side lengths, perimeters, and areas of the two rectangles are related.
  • Learning about Multiplication Using Dynamic Sketches of an Area Model ... for grades 6-8, this NCTM Illuminationssite allows students to investigate how changing the height of a rectangle with a fixed width changes its area. Also stressed are helping students "see" the distributive property of multiplication over addition in action; the density of rational numbers between 0 and 1; and the multiplication of rational numbers.
  • Logo Park ... simple programming commands used to draw shapes and geometric designs including angle measurements and polygons. From Math Playground.
  • http://mathforum.org/math.topics.html ... K-12 resources for teachers and students (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, probability/statistics and discrete math).
  • Pattern Blocks ... JAVA based program that teaches fractions by using different shaped blocks (square, triangle, rhombus, trapezoid, hexagon).
  • Perimeter Explorer ... test your skill at calculating the perimeter of a random shape. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc..
  • Pi ... (this is the same link as the "Discovering the Value of Pi" site listed above) discover the special attribute of circles.
  • Pythagorean Relationship ... for grades 6-8, this NCTM Illuminationssite provides students with an interactive online activity to help understand the Pythagorean relationship and give them an experience with transformations that preserve area but not shape.
  • The Pythagorean Theorem ... for grades 6-8, site helps understand the Pythagorean Theorem.
  • Rectangles and Parallelograms ... for grades 3-5, this NCTM Illuminationssite helps students explore the properties of rectangles and parallelograms via an interactive online activity.
  • Scientific Slugger ... explore the relationship of angles, gravity and speed with this baseball simulation.
  • Shape Explorer ... test his or her skill at calculating the area and perimeter of a given figure. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
  • Tangram Puzzles ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite uses virtual manipulatives to create tangrams.
  • Tessellate! ... generate a polygon that will repeat without overlapping across a plane. Provided by the Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
  • Triangles and Polygons ... for grades K-2, this NCTM Illuminationssite helps students understand the mathematical meaning of a triangle, the idea of congruence or sameness,

    create polygons, compare a variety of polygons, and describe the salient properties of the shapes they create.

  • Virtual Manipulatives ... K-12 site supporting numbers and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. Maintained by the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives for Interactive Mathematics, Utah State University.