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ALEX Learning Activities  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Interactive Quadrilaterals
Description:

In this interactive math activity from Math is Fun, students are able to "play" with quadrilaterals to get a better understanding of the properties associated with each type of quadrilateral. The interactive creates a visual representation of the properties that describe each type of quadrilateral (parallelogram, square, rectangle, rhombus, trapezoid, and kite). Students can change the angles and sides, but the attributes of the selected quadrilateral will always remain prominent allowing students to easily recognize the properties of each quadrilateral.

This activity results from the ALEX Resource Development Summit.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Quadrilateral Quest
Description:

This activity will give students the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of the properties of quadrilaterals. Students will match the quadrilaterals with the properties given in this fun shape matching game. This activity should be used at the end of a lesson on quadrilaterals to assess mastery of the properties of quadrilaterals.

This activity results from the ALEX Resource Development Summit. 



   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Camp Quadrilaterals
Description:

This digital tool is a free animated video, Camp Quadrilaterals from Numberock. The video introduces students to quadrilaterals and teaches students how to classify quadrilaterals through a song with catchy lyrics describing properties of quadrilaterals.

This activity results from the ALEX Resource Development Summit.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Geometric Figures Goose Chase
Description:

In this learning activity, students will collaboratively play an interactive online scavenger hunt for geometric figures including quadrilateral, trapezoid, rhombus, parallelogram, rectangle, square, right triangle, acute triangle, obtuse triangle, angles (right, acute, and obtuse), parallel lines, and perpendicular lines using the GooseChase app.  

This activity results from the ALEX Resource Gap Project.



ALEX Learning Activities: 4

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ALEX Classroom Resources  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 27 :
27. Draw points, lines, line segments, rays, angles (right, acute, obtuse), and perpendicular and parallel lines, and identify these in two-dimensional figures.
[MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Rise and Shine Math Time: Line It Up! Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/line-it-up-parallel-and-perpendicular-lines-video/rise-and-shine-math-time/
Description:

Susanna Post, 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, explains a strategy for remembering the difference between parallel and perpendicular lines. In addition, she demonstrates the meanings of parallel and perpendicular lines by showing real-world examples. A practice page with examples and vocabulary is included as a resource.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
[MA2019] (5) 21 :
21. Classify triangles according to side length (isosceles, equilateral, scalene) and angle measure (acute, obtuse, right, equiangular).
[MA2019] (5) 22 :
22. Classify quadrilaterals in a hierarchy based on properties.
Subject: Mathematics (4 - 5)
Title: Varieties of Quadrilaterals
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/vtl07.math.geometry.pla.lpquadril/varieties-of-quadrilaterals/
Description:

Bianca's friend Kim brings her a device for reaching objects while she's confined to her bed. The device is made up of collapsible parallelograms. The activity uses this episode to launch an investigation of different kinds of quadrilaterals (parallelograms, trapezoids, rectangles, squares, and rhombi) and the relationships among them.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 27 :
27. Draw points, lines, line segments, rays, angles (right, acute, obtuse), and perpendicular and parallel lines, and identify these in two-dimensional figures.
[MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Frog Garden Party! Toads and Triangles in the Math Garden
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/e432eb2c-0669-4feb-9573-3b2a7e047bf2/frog-garden-party-toads-and-triangles-in-the-math-garden-project-learning-garden/
Description:

Students will explore geometry and frogs in the garden by going on a triangle hunt to find, measure and sketch angles, rays, triangles, and parallel and perpendicular lines. Students will create a garden habitat that attracts frogs and toads, hold a triangle-themed party to welcome frogs and toads, and select healthy triangular snacks.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (3) 26 :
26. Recognize and describe polygons (up to 8 sides), triangles, and quadrilaterals (rhombuses, rectangles, and squares) based on the number of sides and the presence or absence of square corners.

a. Draw examples of quadrilaterals that are and are not rhombuses, rectangles, and squares.
[MA2019] (4) 27 :
27. Draw points, lines, line segments, rays, angles (right, acute, obtuse), and perpendicular and parallel lines, and identify these in two-dimensional figures.
[MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
[MA2019] (5) 22 :
22. Classify quadrilaterals in a hierarchy based on properties.
Subject: Mathematics (3 - 5)
Title: Classroom Connection: Are You a Square?
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/are-you-a-square-math-4-5-video/classroom-connection/
Description:

After this video lesson from Classroom Connection, students will know the difference between a trapezoid and a parallelogram, and be able to answer the question, “Are you a square?”


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (4) 28 :
28. Identify two-dimensional figures based on the presence or absence of parallel or perpendicular lines or the presence or absence of angles of a specified size.

a. Describe right triangles as a category, and identify right triangles.
Subject: Mathematics (4)
Title: Classify Triangles StudyJam
URL: https://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/math/geometry/classify-triangles.htm
Description:

In this interactive activity, students will be led through steps to identify triangles based on their angles and sides. There are teaching activities as well as practice activities available. A handout that reviews the types of triangles taught during the activity can be printed. There is a karaoke song with printable lyrics that will help students learn and review the types of triangles. After utilizing this resource, the students can complete the short quiz to assess their understanding.


ALEX Classroom Resources: 5

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