☀️Let the Sunshine In: A Hands-on Linear Equations Project
Empower your students to become mathematical artists as they graph, design, and problem-solve their way through real-world linear equations.
Ready to ditch the worksheets and bring math to life through art?
The Stained Glass Project blends creativity and linear equations in a hands-on experience students won’t forget.
Reignite engagement with this real-world project where algebra meets art—perfect for slope, standard, and point-slope practice!
Creative Engagement
Let students design stained glass windows while mastering linear equations.
Multiple Equation Forms
Includes graphing practice with slope-intercept, standard, and (on this site only!) point-slope form.
Quick & Flexible Implementation
Works as a full project, bite-sized performance tasks, or last-minute sub plan
Real World Relevance
Students take on the role of a glazier – pricing custom art with linear modeling and problem-solving.
What’s Inside the Stained Glass Project
This isn’t just another worksheet in disguise—this is real math in action. Here’s everything you get when you download the Stained Glass Project.
🎨 Stained Glass Design Templates
Let your students build a design and show their math!
These graphing templates let students create real stained glass window art using math equations.
✅ Includes templates for slope-intercept, standard, and point-slope forms (exclusive bonus on this site!)
✅ Students graph 10 lines, label them, and color enclosed regions
✅ Editable and printer-friendly versions included
📋 Performance Tasks
Your students will think like business owners as they solve real-world problems tied to each form of linear equation. These tasks go beyond graphing—they make the math matter.
✅ Time Crunch (Standard Form):
Manage hours spent designing windows vs. doors to create a weekly production plan.
✅ What’s the Deal? (Slope-Intercept):
Build a pricing model for custom windows using base fees and hourly rates.
✅ What’s the Cost? (Point-Slope) — Exclusive Bonus!
Analyze production costs based on rate of change and fixed startup fees. (Only available when you purchase on this site!)
🧮 Rubrics Included
Take the guesswork out of grading. Choose what works for your style—no rubric stress required.
✅ Traditional points-based rubric for fast feedback
✅ Mastery-based rubric aligned to CCSS standards
✅ Easy-to-edit format so you can tweak as needed
🗂️ Built for Flexibility
This isn’t a one-and-done activity—it’s a whole toolbox of graphing fun for wherever it fits best.
✅ Use as a full 2–3 day project, separate activities, or sub plan
✅ Break it into smaller pieces for mini-lessons or practice stations
✅ Works great in interactive notebooks, window displays, or hallway galleries
What Teachers are Saying
Stained Glass Project FAQs
A: Nope! Optional materials like page protectors and markers make it pop, but basic supplies work too.
A: Typically 2–3 class periods, but it’s flexible for your schedule.
A: This version includes all 3 forms of equations: slope-intercept, standard, and point-slope. TpT includes only 2.
A: Absolutely. It’s been used as a no-prep emergency sub plan with rave reviews.
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