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In this math lesson, learners count and compare amounts of money less than or equal to one dollar.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 6 - 8 1 to 2 hours
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This activity explores the main algorithms that are used as the basis for searching on computers, using different variations on the game of battleships.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - adult 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners create a mind and math puzzle that requires a three-dimensional solution.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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This activity introduces the idea that computer scientists measure information by how "surprising" a message is.

free Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this sorting activity, learners play a game in which they try to identify the largest number of differences between two objects.

free Ages 8 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this math activity, learners play a game similar to 20 Questions, in which learners must identify a secret number drawn from a bag.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 4 - 8 5 to 10 minutes
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Esta actividad enseña la proporción y razón por hacer que los aprendices hagan "ensaladas" que combinan tres tipos de frijoles en tres combinaciones diferentes.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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This is a web activity about simple machines. Learners will explore a lawn mower and identify six different simple machines which work together to help make our lives easier.

free Ages 8 - 11 Under 5 minutes
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In this activity, learners build and play three math games. In the first game, called "Switcheroo," learners place marbles in holes 1 through 4 and 7 through 10.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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This activity lets learners participate in the process of reconstructing a phylogenetic tree and introduces them to several core bioinformatics concepts, particularly in relation to evolution.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 18 30 to 45 minutes
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In this math game, learners toss plastic cups to land just right and collect points to win.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 4 - 8 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners will keep track of how much they can do in one minute. Instructors can pick something everyone will do for a minute, such as jumping up and down or drawing stars.

free Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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In this Cyberchase activity, learners play a simple game using 15 paper dragons (or any 15 objects). One of the 15 dragons is red. Learners try to make their opponent take the red piece.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 11 5 to 10 minutes
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Combine la lógica y los números en este juego para todas las edades.

free Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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Using paper, paper clips, an index card, and tape, teams of learners design flying devices to (1) stay in the air as long as possible and (2) land as close as possible to a given target.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 11 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners construct three math puzzles out of simple materials like wood, string, and Styrofoam.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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Combine logic and numbers in this game for all ages. Players start with a 10x10 grid of the numbers 1 to 100. One person chooses a secret number and announces the range in which it falls.

free Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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This game teaches ratio and proportion by having learners make "salads" that combine three types of beans in different combinations.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners follow clues to find five puzzle pieces, then assemble them. This activity works well with a whole group, individuals, or families.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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This activity puts a mathematical twist on the familiar “guessing jar.” No guesses allowed, estimates only.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes