Wow! Put on that thinking cap and solve multi-step equations. To solve equations, learners review the use of the distributive property and combining like terms. This three-day instructional activity comes with about 20 pages of...

Young scholars demonstrate different algebraic equations using Borenson's Hands-On Equation materials. They work in a cooperative group to solve algebraic equations.

Students explore adding and subtracting positive numbers. Students discuss the use of algebra in our daily lives. They examine the algebraic equations and observe their solutions. Students work on the board and at their desks to solve...

Middle schoolers engage in a study of equations and how they are solved using algebraic methods. This overrides the fact of guessing as done in earlier grades. They cover the concept of inverse operations as the main way to manipulate...

In this algebra practice worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 6 questions that require them to find the values of the letters in each of the equations.

For this pre-Algebra worksheet, 6th graders practice solving 10 pre-Algebra equations and finding the product of each one. Students record their answers on the worksheet.

Variables may be unknown, but expressions and equations are easy to understand. Pupils learn to write, evaluate, and simplify numeric and algebraic expressions. They also investigate how to write and solve simple equations and...

Young scholars investigate the order of operation in algebraic equations. For this order of operations lesson, students discover the proper order for solving single variable equations.

This well-designed math worksheet invites learners to work in pairs in order to determine which plan is the better value when going to an amusement park. Plan A and Plan B each have different admission fees, and different rates per ride....

In this math worksheet, students find the answers to the Algebra equations. They use the laws of equality to isolate the one variable.

In this math activity, middle schoolers substitute the variables for numbers to find the solutions to the Algebra equations. They could also practice the rules of equality.

Have your class practice solving algebraic equations, finding the square root of a number, and more. This activity allows learners to practice key skills in a motivating way.

This fabulous resource is a must-have for any algebra teacher's arsenal of lessons. Developing the idea of equations and use of variables from basic physical scenarios, learners gain valuable intuition in the structure and meaning of...

Each week Mia saves a certain portion of the earnings from her babysitting job. Help her figure out how much she can save this week with a step-by-step presentation on function tables. Given a set of inputs and outputs, the process for...

Students participate in a lesson plan that covers the concepts of solving equations and inequalities. To master the concept they must demonstrate visually and verbally how both sides of an equation must be balanced. They construct a...

In this algebra activity, students solve 6 problems in which students use the sample model to write equations. Students write the equation in words, replace the words with values from the model. and solve the equation.

Here are 12 two-step algebraic equations to be solved. The first problem is completed as an example to your class, but the remaining can be worked right on the page. An answer key is available by clicking on a small box at the top of the...

In this equations worksheet, middle schoolers problem solve and calculate the answers to ten pre algebra equations. Students show each step of their work.

In this algebraic equation worksheet, students solve simple, one-step algebraic equations.  This one-page worksheet contains 9 problems.  Answers are provided at the bottom of the page.

In this algebra worksheet, students find the value of x in 35 problems where x is subtracting numbers with decimals. Answers are provided.

Need more detail in showing your class how to solve two-step equations and proportions? This lesson plan outlines the steps young mathematicians need to solve simple equations and check their results. 

In this Algebra I worksheet, students use the guess and check method to determine the solution to a one variable equation.  The three page worksheet contains twenty-three problems.  Answers are not provided. 

Kids learn what it means to use a letter in place of a number in an equation. They complete a series of number sequences and compose rules using letters and numbers. This is a good way to introduce the concept to elementary-aged learners.

An 80-page resource provides four lessons and all associated worksheets to teach middle schoolers about expressions and equations. The lessons are hands-on, using games, "integer chips," a balance and cubes, and cut and paste activities....