Quadratic Functions

These activities are designed for algebra students studying quadratic functions as tables, graphs, and equations.

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade

• Describing Parabolas

  We can extend ideas about lines (increasing, decreasing, steepness, intercepts, etc.) to describe graphs of quadratic relationships.

• Polygraph: Parabolas
• Polygraph: Parabolas, Part 2

• Writing Equations for Parabolas

  There are different forms of the equations for parabolas. Each emphasizes something different about the parabola— either the placement of the x-intercepts or of the vertex. Deciding which form to choose is a useful math exercise.

• Match My Parabola

• Playing and Modeling With Parabolas

  Being able to write equations increases our mathematical power and allows us to make predictions.

• Marbleslides: Parabolas
• Will It Hit the Hoop?
• Build a Bigger Field
• Penny Circle

• Wrapping It Up

  Reflecting on the structure of quadratic functions helps solidify our learning.

• Card Sort: Parabolas
• Two Truths and a Lie: Parabolas