8th grade arithmetic resources for GATE

Algebra, Arithmetic, Math

Also included in: St Patrick's Day Logic Puzzle Bundle

Simple and Very Easy Algebra Scoot! Game - Gate, Review, Activity, One Variable

Created by

Audrey Ayers

This Scoot game will get your upper elementary and lower middle school students moving and doing easy algebra all at the same time! Each equation involves one variable and simple addition, subtraction, or multiplication with sums and products equal to less than 20. *Use for GATE students who need a challenge! *Use for older students and shorten the time for each problem to help them think on their feet! *Use for indoor activity on a rainy or snowy day! *Use for a review day or filler activity!

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Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Activities, GATE, Games

Pyramid Math: Developing the Mathematical Practices

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Arithmetic, Decimals, Fractions

This creative activity facilitates discovery of number patterns and develops number sense while providing critical skills practice. The activity works great with both positive and negative numbers and decimals, fractions, and even variable expressions in algebra. Because it can be designed to be self-checking, it is easy for the teacher and engaging for the students.

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Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Arithmetic, Math, Order of Operations

Common Core: Order of Operations Puzzle! Math Puzzle for Grades 6 and up

Created by

Tracy Womack

Order of Operations Puzzle meets Common Core Standards. This puzzle will give your students practice with simplifying numeric expressions, while problem solving too. This puzzle is designed for students in Grades 6 and up (depending on level). I have used this as an individual, partner, cooperative team activity. Students like the challenge of determining the correct answer (it is self checking) and of creating the final triangle. This puzzle directly addresses both the Common Core Standards for

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Grades:

6th - 9th, Adult Education

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Activities, GATE, Centers

Mystery of the Icons: An Engaging and Educational "Mathemagical" Trick

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Algebra, Arithmetic, Basic Operations

This is a simply performed trick that will amaze and engage your students. They each pick a number between 20 and 99, apply some simple arithmetic, and suddenly you correctly guess EVERYONE'S new number! They will want to see the trick again and again, and that’s where the instruction begins. Soon they will demand to know how it works. Students in algebra can follow the explanation to appreciate the magic of math!

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Grades:

5th - 10th

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CCSS:

8.EE.C.7b

, HSA-CED.A.1

Sum Thing Interesting: Finding Amazing Patterns in Addition

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Algebra, Arithmetic, Graphing

This simple exploration in addition can lead to very advanced discoveries. Because the entrance point involves basic addition, any student can get on board. Then you can take them as far down the math track as you want as you explore sums of consecutive numbers, exponents, and quadratic patterns.

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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CCSS:

8.F.A.1

, 8.F.A.2

, 8.F.B.5

Mental Multiplication: Learn to Multiply Up to 99x99 in Your Head!

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Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Mental Math

Amaze your students! With very little practice prior to class, you can multiply a pair of two-digit numbers in your head. Let them be impressed for a while; the adulation will feel great! Eventually though, they will demand that you show them the trick, even though it requires them to do math! This is a great follow-up activity to my companion lesson, “Area Multiplication”. Includes journal prompts, homework master, extensions, Common Core standards addressed, and answer key.

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Grades:

5th - 9th

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CCSS:

5.NBT.A.1

, 5.NBT.A.2

Math Maps

Created by

Algebra, Arithmetic, Basic Operations

Help your students develop the Common Core Mathematical Practices with this creative and engaging open-ended activity. Three versions move from simple to advanced and can be customized using the included templates. Younger students can explore all basic operations along with practicing the order of operations. More advanced students can work with variables and practice substitution and combining like terms.

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Grades:

4th - 8th

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Activities, GATE, Printables

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Math Choice Board

Created by

Teach with Shauna

This choice board is FABULOUS for differentiation and choice in the upper-elementary/middle school classroom. It is designed to be used as an anchor activity menu for your early finishers. However, you can use the board in many other ways. An anchor activity contract and rubric is included to help you manage and grade anchor activities in a mixed ability classroom. Additional Ideas for implementation: -End of year activities -Work stations -Learning centers -Alternative to silent reading afte

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Math, Word Problems

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Activities, GATE, Centers

Also included in: Multidisciplinary Anchor Activity Choice Board BUNDLE

Alphametic Math Logic Puzzles - Summer Theme Brainteaser

Created by

Everyday Learning

Our BEST-SELLING item just got better - with a whole new set of summer themed logic puzzles with silly puns and clever verbal associations! The ABC=123 Brainteasers are math-based logic puzzles called alphametics. They can be used as daily warm-up exercises, challenge problems, extra credit, gifted enrichment, or as a substitute for in-class work for students who have already mastered the current curricular unit. The problems in this booklet are geared for 5th and 6th graders, but can also be u

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

GATE, Centers

How Do You Spend Your Time?

Created by

Applelicious

This math activity will help your students practice multiple math concepts in an enjoyable and meaningful way. Students begin by keeping track of how much time they spend doing different activities (eating, watching TV, sleeping, etc.). Students then figure out what fraction and percent of the day they spend doing each activity. Finally, students use that information to create a pie chart.

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Fractions, Math

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math

ABC's of Math Differentiation

Created by

Pieces of Learning

The ABC’s of Math Differentiation In every class, 3 ability groups make themselves present: below grade level, on grade level, and above grade level. We know we need to differentiate our lessons to reach each student in our diverse group of learners. And we know that requires that we break the mold of notes, lecture, practice, repeat. Explore the Flexibility of The ABC’s of Math Differentiation: This resource is aligned with the Common Core Math Standards/Practices appropriate for upper elementa

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Grades:

4th - 8th

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Four Square Addition: Where Practice is Fun!

Created by

Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Decimals

The commutative property is the foundation of these creative practice problems. Because students are solving each problem two ways, their matching answers allow them to self-assess their work. You won't have to correct papers! The six worksheets cover addition and subtraction of positive numbers, decimals, and integers. With the blank templates included you can design your own worksheets and even use algebraic variables.

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Grades:

3rd - 8th

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