10th grade Halloween math simulations

Insanity Plea -- "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe

Created by

This is a fun activity to help students analyze a classic short story and practice using logical evidence and reason in persuasive writing and speech. NOTICE that this "Insanity Plea" activity is included in the Psychotic Short Stories unit, so don't purchase both as you'd be paying twice for the same thing! One of the most fascinating aspects of Edgar Allan Poe's classic short story, "The Tell-Tale Heart," is the fact that the narrator insists so adamantly that he is NOT insane while explaini

Subjects:

Criminal Justice - Law, Halloween, Writing

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

Game of Life- budget simulation

Created by

Sarah's Science and More Store

In just one class period, your students will not only understand the importance of creating and sticking to a budget, but also practice creating one!- Students are randomly given a "career card" with correlating annual salary and average student loan debt, if applicable. - They will then use a chart to determine how much of their salary will be taken out in the form of federal tax withholding, state tax withholding, social security, and medicare. - They'll then be given a set of choice cards (

Subjects:

Economics , Life Skills, Math

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

Would You Survive The Salem Witch Trials?

Created by

Wilson Workshop

NO PREP! Students will simulate what it was like to live in Salem during the time of the Witch Trials. Perfect activity to use during Halloween, after discussing the Witch Trials or Colonial America, or after teaching the Crucible! Google Compatible and includes a Slides-based worksheet for students to follow along! PLEASE NOTE: This activity is designed to do as a whole class, so it will show outcomes for all chosen decisions.If you enjoy the witch trials be sure to check out "Would You Survive

Subjects:

Halloween, Other (Specialty), Social Studies - History

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

Realistic Budgeting Project for High School

Created by

Heels and High School

Empower Financial Literacy with Realistic Budgeting Project for High School Students! Transform your classroom into a hub of real-world financial skills with our comprehensive Realistic Budgeting Project designed specifically for high school students. Real Prices, Real Decisions! Foster practical decision-making with insights into real expenses from reputable providers. Students gain insights into real prices from reputable companies, fostering practical financial decision-making.Key Features:Ca

Subjects:

Life Skills, Math, Word Problems

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

Credit Card Simulation

Created by

Classroom on a Cart

Included in this product you will find a credit card simulation activity that requires students to choose between three different furniture store credit cards (all with different interest rates and special deals). After they choose a credit card and fill out an application, they will practice calculating monthly interest, minimum payments, and remaining balance on a well organized chart that is provided for them. Next, they will use an Excel Spreadsheet (included) to do those same calculations a

Subjects:

Life Skills, Other (Math), Special Education

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Simulations

Ancient Phoenicia: Ancient Phoenician Trade Routes Simulation

Created by

Blueberry Collage

Ancient history doesn't have to be dry and boring! Bring it to life with this easy and fun historical simulation. In this activity, students take on the role of a ship captain on the lucrative ancient Phoenician trade routes. At each trading port, they will trade one load of goods for another load of goods which are in demand at the next port. The rate of trade is determined by the roll of the dice. Will the trade be a success or a failure? Will their ship sink before they can make the next port

Subjects:

Ancient History, Math, Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

Linear Equations Project Cost of College

Created by

Education with DocRunning

Bring real-world applications that are relevant to students with this linear equations project on college costs. Students examine the cost of individual colleges and compare colleges using linear equations. For students ready for systems of equations, students evaluate the impact of grant money on the overall cost. Great to get students thinking about and researching colleges now! Included in this resource:- Ready-to-use student pages- Teacher's Guide- Answer Key- Separate powerpoint file w

Subjects:

Algebra, Algebra 2, End of Year

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

Also included in: Algebra 2 Curriculum

Edgar Allan Poe Activity CSI Mystery of Literary History Analysis

Created by

Learning Pyramid

Explore Edgar Allan Poe's greatest mystery: his own death! Your students will explore primary sources, non-fiction text, and leading theories about Poe's early death with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages original thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on Edgar Allan Poe's life and literary accomplishments, and the events and circumstances leading up to his death. Leading theories about Poe's death are provided. St

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Halloween, Social Studies - History

Grades:

5th - 10th

Types:

Activities, DBQs, Simulations

CCSS:

, W.8.1e

...

Trade and Barter: A Trading Simulation

Created by

The Past is History

Welcome to the world of economic exchange! Throughout history, people have traded, bartered, negotiated, and haggled in order to receive the greatest amount of goods for the lowest cost. From the direct trade of goods to the use of currency, people have found ways to satisfy their wants and needs. This trade simulation provides students with an opportunity to barter with imaginary resources and goods in order to obtain points. The premise for the simulation is the combination of resources. In th

Subjects:

Economics , Math, Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

Buying A Car: Interest Rates, Selling, Trading & Buying Cars

Created by

Obergefell's Social Studies Store

This is one of the most interesting and engaging lessons I use every year dealing with personal finance. The students are always interested to find out what the value of the car they are driving or riding in everyday is worth. This lesson teaches students how higher interest rates and length of loans can effect monthly payments. Teaching students how to buy and sell a car can be lesson that students never forget. Recommend buy a car note sheet and buy a car PowerPoint by same seller to go wi

Subjects:

Economics , Life Skills, Math

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Simulations

Financial Literacy & Personal Finance Video Game - HTML5 Distance Learning

Created by

Brogan Pratt

Video Game about Personal Finance, Investing, Money Management, & Budgeting. An evidence-based, hand drawn visual-novel personal finance simulation game for High School and Young Adults that teaches financial literacy skills. Learn Asynchronously from home on any Computer, Smartphone, or Tablet:2 different ways to play: on any modern desktop/smartphone/tablet web browser, or install on any Mac, Windows, or Linux computer!Expected Student Learning Outcomes:Learn financial skills & content

Subjects:

Career and Technical Education, Economics , Math

Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Assessment, Games, Simulations

CCSS:

...

Class Escape: Halloween Edition

Created by

Erin Smith ELA

My students loved my original Class Escape, so I created the HALLOWEEN EDITION when they begged me to make another! Modeled after the popular "Escape" games in many cities around the country, this classroom version prompts students to work together as a class to solve puzzles, connect the clues, and crack the code! Your students will be totally engaged in this hands-on, Halloween-themed challenge! You will need the following tools: - tape - color printer (preferred) or regular printer - scisso

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented, Halloween

Grades:

6th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Games, Simulations

Halloween Activities for Secondary ELA - Halloween Writing, Research, and Games

Created by

Nouvelle ELA

Are you looking for seasonal activities to promote creativity, analysis, and critical thinking? These Halloween activities for Secondary ELA include nonfiction articles, creative writing, research, drama games, and much more! (optimized for grades 7-10)What You Get:1. Sweet Symbolism (paper + ISN) - 45-60 minutesStudents identify concrete and abstract qualities of an object to analyze symbolism. I start with Tootsie Pops, making this a great seasonal activity! Includes a PPT on Symbolism & A

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Halloween, Writing

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Simulations

Budget Spreadsheet Project (personal finance & math skills)

Created by

Evolving Math Class

A step-by-step project with detailed instructions on how to set up an Excel spreadsheet budget. Students will apply math skills in context of a real-life budgeting situation. Students will create a budget: -Based on their future career choice. -Independently by following the instructions using an Excel Spreadsheet. -Over the course of at least 2 class periods (typically students take at least 2.5 hours to complete this project).

Subjects:

Algebra, Basic Operations, Economics

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Projects, Simulations

CCSS:

6.RP.A.3c

, HSA-SSE.A.1

, HSF-LE.A.1b

Cells - Cell Size Lab PowerPoint & Handouts

Created by

Getting Nerdy with Mel and Gerdy

Cells - Cell Size Diffusion and Math Lab Why are cells so small? This integrated math lab allows students to experiment with various "cell" sizes to determine the ideal cell size. Lab activity includes lots of measurements and calculations to demonstrate why the ratio of surface area to volume is so important with respect to cells. Great demonstration lab or a challenging individual or group lab for higher level learners and differentiated grouping.• DIGITAL GOOGLE CLASSROOM links to all items

Subjects:

Anatomy, Biology, Math

Grades:

5th - 10th

Types:

Laboratory, Simulations

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-1

Also included in: Cell Processes - PowerPoint & Notes, Labs, Activities, & Projects

The Trading Game (Social Studies Simulation)

Created by

Miss A Plus

This trading simulation game was developed during my practicum as part of a unit on Canada's trading partners but can be easily adapted for History and Social Studies lessons in other countries, as well as exploring ancient civilizations. The focus of the game is to instill an understanding of the uneven distribution of global resources, and is intended to be played with lots of time for a (guaranteed passionate!) discussion period afterwards. This game was modeled for the Ontario Curriculum (gr

Subjects:

Economics , Geometry, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Printables, Simulations

AP Statistics M&M Sampling Distribution Project - Works for Distance Learning!

Created by

Sine Me Up

NEW for 2020! This resource now includes both a PDF for printing out a physical copy AND a fully editable Google Doc link for remote or distance learning! Assign the Google doc to your students, and they can type their answers directly into the document and submit their work digitally. They can also create normal curve diagrams in Google Docs using Insert-Image (kids figure out how to do this quite quickly, as I learned this year!)I use this project every year in my AP Statistics class to demyst

Subjects:

Math, Statistics

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Projects, Simulations

Also included in: AP Statistics Project Bundle! 6 Projects + digital versions

Percents: Understanding Credit Card Debt Worksheet for Student - Scenario 1

Created by

CreativeMathLessons

The question listed on Scenario 1 is as follows: "In this scenario we purchased 1 item for $1000. (This could be a new TV, summer vacation, Laptop, etc.) We did not have the cash at the time so we charged it to our Visa. This particular credit card requires that we make a minimum payment of 13% each month. It also has an APR of 10%. Fill out the chart to find out how much you have paid at the end of the year and if you have a remaining balance. " The chart is a great way for students to disc

Subjects:

Algebra, Basic Operations, Math

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Simulations

Workplace Math 10 - Earning an Income (Full Unit Bundle)

Created by

Tangents and Tropes

Have you ever wanted to teach a unit on earning an income by actually letting your students earn an income? Look no further than this authentic classroom currency earning experience for your students.Students will work through unit notes, formative assessments, authentic work experiences, and portfolios. All the while, they will be paid for their efforts in classroom currency. They will experience income inequality, the merits of different pay structures, and pay deductions (like taxes) in an au

Subjects:

Applied Math, Life Skills, Numbers

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Unit Plans, Simulations

Halloween Social Skills Task Cards

Created by

Carol Miller - Counseling Essentials

Halloween Social Skills Task Cards are 64 task cards that will help your students practice how to enter and maintain conversations dealing with Halloween, problem solve difficult situations that might arise, practice body language and wording of answers for situations, and talk about what they do and love about this holiday. ● ● ● Students can really struggle with knowing what to say and do in tough situations, and these social skills cards can help walk them through it.►► Includes:✅ 16 Trick

Subjects:

Halloween, School Counseling, Special Education

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Task Cards

Also included in: Social Skills Task Card Bundle

Game of Life: Math & Financial Literacy Reality Check Simulation-American Money

Created by

Bredy's Bunch

Do you LOVE the actual Game of Life?? Ready to play it with your students? Are they prepared for the true costs of the real world?Purpose- Teach students how to manage money and budget for a month. This will develop their communication, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills. This activity will meet the needs for knowing the expectations and finances of the real world.Game of Life: Reality Check PlansMath 7/8, Grade 9/10 Workplace and Apprenticeship Math, Grade 11/12 Math, Life Transitions 20

Subjects:

Health, Life Skills, Math

Grades:

6th - 12th, Staff

Types:

Projects, Simulations, Task Cards

CCSS:

7.NS.A.3

, 7.EE.B.3

, HSS-MD.A.2

, MP1

, MP2

...

Book About Hands-On Financial Literacy Simulations for Teens & Young Adults

Created by

The PBL Professor

These simulations come from Nick's book, "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet." The book is available on Amazon for $24, or on TPT for $21 in .pdf format. The .pdf format is more ideal for teachers than the printed copies of the book because it allows for easier access to print the activities and handouts. "You're Gonna Need a Bigger Wallet" is geared towards teachers and organizations who desire to teach personal finance skills in engaging and practical ways. Several industry experts contribute

Subjects:

Applied Math, Business, Economics

Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

DRIVER EDUCATION - ROAD TRIP PROJECT

Created by

PAT CLARK

This is a project that can be used in your driver education classroom. It will require research of miles between points, time tables, gasoline mileage of a chosen vehicle and budgeting a certain amount of given moey for the entire ROAD TRIP ! Have fun.

Subjects:

Life Skills, Other (Math), Vocational Education

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Research, Simulations

Halloween Origins and History Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis

Created by

Learning Pyramid

Explore the mysterious origins of Halloween, Halloween history, and related traditions like Día de Muertos and Samhain! Your students will explore leading theories about the origins of Halloween with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages original thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the history of Halloween, along with Día de Muertos. Leading theories about the origins of the Halloween are provided, spanning from

Subjects:

Halloween, Holidays/Seasonal, Social Studies - History

Grades:

5th - 10th

Types:

Activities, DBQs, Simulations

CCSS:

, W.8.1e