Pennsylvania Department of Education
Volume of Regular and Irregular Objects
Fifth graders examine patterns and relate to equations to solve math problems. In this patterns activity, 5th graders diagram, graph, use models and use tables to solve equations for real world problems.
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Problem Solving
Fifth graders read and write equations. In this equation writing lesson, 5th graders use real life scenarios to write equations. Students use manipulatives, draw pictures and make tables to understand how to write equations. Students...
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Using Proportions
In this similarities worksheet, students set up ratios and solve proportions using algebra. All of the equations turn out to be linear with no quadratics to solve. There are 20 questions.
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Equations in the Park
Learners explore algebraic concepts using real life situations. For this equations lesson, students develop strategies to solve missing number problems. Learners participate in a board game based on algebraic equations.
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Model and Solve Algebraic Equations
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
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Which Car Should I Buy?
Learners use gas mileage of different cars to create T charts, algebraic equations, and graphs to show which gets better mileage. In this gas mileage lesson plan, students use the graph to see which car they should buy.
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Division
In this writing equations worksheet, 6th graders fill in 10 boxes in 5 division equations involving money. Students write out each equation in the last box on each line.
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Extra Practice 1.4: Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations worksheet, students read given story problems, translate them into algebraic equations, draw models of the equation, and solve the problem. This one-page worksheet contains 18 multi-step problems.
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Lesson 6-7: Scatter Plots and Equations of Lines
In this scatter plot worksheet, students examine tables and write a linear equation that matches the table. Students graph linear equations. They read scatter plots, determine the trend line, and write a linear equation to...
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Standard Form of a Linear Equation
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, learners examine the equation of a line in standard form to determine the slope and y-intercept and determine the missing coordinate of an ordered pair. The one page worksheet contains eight...
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Integrated Algebra/Math A Regents Questions: Solving One Variable Linear Equations
In this linear equations worksheet, students solve 20 short answer and multiple choice questions. Students solve one variable equations by isolating the variable and simplifying like terms.
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Math A Regents Questions: Points on a Line
In this linear equations worksheet, students solve 3 multiple choice problems. Students determine if a given point lies on a line given an equation of that line.
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Solving a System of Equations
For this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders determine the solution to a system of one linear and one quadratic equation. The two page worksheet contains a combination of nine multiple choice and free response questions. ...
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Linear Equations
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students determine the equation of a line, given the slope and the coordinates of a point on the line. The one page worksheet contains five multiple choice questions. Answers are...
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Linear Systems and Calories
Students define and graph properties of linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students write systems of equations to represent functions. They relate linear equations to the real world.
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From Expressions to Equations
Learners differentiate between expression and equation by evaluating integers and observing the difference. They use the TI to see the steps to solve problems.
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Balanced Systems of Equations
Students solve equations. In this algebra lesson, students relate solving equations to a balanced scale. They add, subtract, multiply and divide on both sides to keep the scale balanced.
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students write the algebraic equation to determine the number of weeks money must be saved to purchase a yo-yo. In this algebra lesson, students create a pattern of one penny surrounded by six pennies. They continue the pattern and...
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Solving Literal Equations: Worksheet SE4
In this solving literal equations activity, students solve 30 equations. Students solve each equation for a given variable, but do not solve for a number answer.
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Using the Overhead and Algebra to Correctly Guess the Number
In this questing numbers worksheet, learners use algebra equations to discover how the teacher correctly chooses the students' numbers each and every-time. A pencil, key, stamp, yarn, and overhead are needed for this activity.
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Systems of Equations (Systems Project Part 1)
In this systems of equations worksheet, students identify and explore three ways to solve systems of equations: graphing, substitution, elimination. They discuss the strengths, weaknesses, and write an algorithm for each...
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Solving Multiplication Equations Quiz
In this solving equations activity, students solve 14 short answer equations. Students isolate a given variable by multiplying or dividing.
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Solving Linear Equations
Ninth graders solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders discuss the steps for solving linear equations and work through examples with the teacher. They work in pairs to create their own linear equation and complete a...
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Linear Equations
Seventh graders explore battle plans using grids. In this linear equation lesson, 7th graders see how math is used in battle. Students create a grid on the floor using tape and plastic army men to serve as the points. Students...