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MYP Maths: Exploring cubic functions and their transformations (Criteria B & C) This activity is designed to foster critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and communication skills. This activity pack includes a detailed rubric and a carefully crafted worksheet, guiding students through a series of tasks. They’ll start by finding the values of a cubic function, plotting points, and analyzing the resulting graph. Students will describe the shape of the cubic function using essential mathematical terms such as increasing, decreasing, maximum, minimum, y-intercept, and x-intercept. Furthermore, this resource extends the investigation by prompting students to consider modifications and transformations of the base cubic function. Students will explore potential alterations to the function to observe how these changes affect the graph’s characteristics. To facilitate this exploration, the resource suggests the use of Desmos. Any online graphing tool can be used. Students will change the equations and visualize transformations, thereby deepening their understanding of how variations impact the graph of a cubic function. This resource is ideal for middle and high school mathematics classes, serving as an engaging supplement to the curriculum while promoting critical thinking, graphing skills, and analytical reasoning. It aligns with Criteria B (Investigating Patterns) and Criterion C (Communicating) of the MYP Mathematics and includes a rubric for easy assessment of student progress and understanding.

This worksheet is designed for MYP Mathematics (Criterion C) and Algebra 1/2. It helps students visualize and analyze the effects of changing a, b, and c in a quadratic equation using technology (such as Desmos or graphing calculators). What’s Included? Student Worksheet – Hands-on quadratic transformations exercises Detailed Answer Key – Step-by-step solutions for easy grading Guided Approach – Covers stretching, shrinking, reflections, translations, and discriminant analysis Real-World Application – Helps students connect theory with graphing technology Why You’ll Love It! Perfect for MYP, Algebra, and Pre-Calculus classes Encourages conceptual understanding of transformations Can be used for classwork, homework, or assessment prep Supports Criterion C: Communicating Mathematically Great for IB MYP teachers, Algebra teachers, and homeschooling parents! If you find this product helpful, please take a moment to rate it! Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

This summative assessment is designed to assess students ability to solve and graph linear inequalities and inequalities with two variables, apply them in real-world contexts, and communicate their reasoning effectively. What’s Inside? Assessment (PDF) – A variety of problems covering one-variable and two-variable inequalities, including real-life applications. Answer Key (PDF) – Complete solutions for easy grading. Skills Covered: Solving and graphing inequalities Representing solutions on number lines and coordinate planes Applying inequalities to real-world situations Communicating mathematical reasoning clearly Aligned with the MYP Mathematics criteria: Criterion A – Knowing and Understanding Criterion C – Communicating Criterion D – Applying Mathematics in Real-Life Contexts Great for summative assessments, quizzes, or extra practice! If you find this product helpful, please take a moment to rate it! Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

This worksheet includes a variety of real-world problems that require students to apply their skills in completing the square. What’s Included? A carefully designed worksheet featuring real-world quadratic word problems Problems involving areas, consecutive integers, projectile motion, and more A step-by-step answer key for easy grading and student feedback Clear formatting with space for student work Why You’ll Love It: Helps students connect algebra to real-world applications Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving Great for classwork, homework, or assessments Printable and easy to use in any math classroom Perfect for Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and MYP/IB Math classes, this worksheet will help reinforce students’ understanding of quadratics in an engaging and meaningful way! If you find this product helpful, please take a moment to rate it! Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

In this activity, students will apply their knowledge of quadratic equations to help design a swimming pool with a surrounding concrete path. This task challenges them to model the problem using algebraic expressions, set up and solve a quadratic equation, and analyze the solution in a meaningful context. What’s Included? Student Worksheet (PDF) Answer Key Step-by-Step Problem Breakdown Links to Online Quadratic Equation Solvers Skills Covered: Writing quadratic expressions Expanding and simplifying algebraic expressions Setting up and solving quadratic equations Applying math in a real-life context Evaluating solutions and considering constraints Perfect For: MYP 4/5 Mathematics (Criterion B & D) Algebra 1 Quadratic Functions Unit Real-World Application of Quadratics Formative or Summative Assessments Homework or Independent Practice