Triangle Congruency- Old Maid Game

Triangle congruence is always a topic in which my students feel like they are learning through dry memorization. This year, I decided to take a Delta Math worksheet and add a fun twist to create an Old Maid card game featuring the 5…

Taboo: Algebra I Style

Are you looking for an engaging way to reinforce Algebra I vocabulary? Look no further than “Algebra I Taboo”! This clever adaptation of the classic word game Taboo brings mathematical concepts to life in a fun and…

Designing a City with Linear Equations

Calling all future urban planners! In this activity, students will put their knowledge of linear equations to use by designing a city on a coordinate plane. They will be tasked with creating linear equations representing the streets of…

Writing Function Rules: Linear and Nonlinear Functions

          As a math teacher, I’m always on the lookout for engaging ways to teach complex concepts. Recently, I introduced a “Writing Function Rules” activity with my Algebra 1 students that’s been a hit. The…

The Classroom Mole: A Math Mystery Game

“The Classroom Mole” is an engaging math mystery game we created, inspired by the 2001 reality TV show “The Mole.” This exciting activity has quickly become a favorite among students, combining mathematical…

Linear Regression: Social Media Manager

In this activity, students act as a social media manager for a client. They must determine if there is a linear relationship between the days since their client has made a post, and the amount of likes/views the post receives. Students…

A Useful Tool for Math Teachers: Calculator Emulator

Hey fellow math teachers, I wanted to share a resource that’s been extremely useful in my classroom. It’s a calculator emulator created by Spencer Putt, Chris Shappell, and James Montelongo. If you’ve ever struggled…

Linear Inequalities – Planning the Ultimate Graduation Party

                    In this activity, students are tasked with using inequalities to plan the ultimate graduation party. Groups will create several compound inequalities to represent budget constraints. Each group will get to add their…