Students analyze relating a model to an algebraic equation and visa versa. Patterns are reviewed in detail and then in pairs new models are created and then translated into a word problem or equation. They illustrate their models on...

Middle schoolers use Olympic athlete statistics to make algebraic calculations. In this algebraic equation instructional activity, students use algebra to calculate athlete speed and calories burned.

Learners subtract or add a whole number to both sides of the equal sign for fourteen problems. They divide by either two or three to find the value of x. Since this activity is online, you can create a new problem set each time you use it!

Here is a variable equations learning exercise which invites learners to solve equations with variables in them involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Pupils complete nine problems.

Explore the solution to a word problem involving area and perimeter. Learners read and discuss how to approach the problem. In small groups, they determine the maximum area of a rectangle with a given perimeter using a piece of string....

Taxi! Have your travelers figure out how far they can go in a taxi for $10.00. They must account for the mileage rate and tip in their calculation. They can set up a table or make an equation to solve for the exact mileage they can...

In this real-world example, algebra learners start to get a sense of how to represent the relationship between two variables in different ways. They start by looking at a partial table of values that define a linear relationship. They...

In this solving for a variable worksheet, students use multiplication and division to solve problems. Students complete six problems by solving an equation.

Students change verbal expressions to algebraic equations. They practice the vocabulary of algebraic equations.

Students brainstorm pizza toppings and determine the number of possible ways to order a pizza. In this algebra lesson plan, students analyze and investigate geometric patterns as they relate to the concept of a variable. Students...

In this math review worksheet, students complete problems involving multiplication, division, money, and equations. Students complete 10 multiple choice problems.

In this Pre-algebra worksheet, 6th graders problems solve 10 Pre-algebra equations. Students write their answers on the worksheet.

For this algebra practice worksheet, students use their math skills to solve 15 equations that require them to add and subtract decimal numbers.

In this algebra practice worksheet, students use their math skills to solve 15 equations that require them to add and subtract decimals.

In this on-line algebra worksheet, students complete 5 multiple choice problems where they find the negative coefficient of the variable in algebraic equations. Students can check their answers at the end of the worksheet.

In this circle and their equations worksheet, students read about circles and algebraic equations, look at examples and complete exercises.

Abracadabra! Letters can be used in math to represent numbers with the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to solve problems! Math magicians will participate in an activity that uses a calculator and a bag...

True or false? Scholars determine the truth value of equations and inequalities through substitution. All values to use for substitution are given with each equation or inequality. This is the 24th lesson in a module of 36.

Finish out the module with a bang. The last installment of a 36-part module is an end-of-module assessment task. Test takers set up equations to represent relationships and solve problems in an assortment of contexts.

Substitution is still the method of choice to verify number sentences. The detailed lesson has young mathematicians determining conditions for when number sentences are true or false through substitution. They learn to express these...

Collaboration is the key for this equation-solving lesson. Learners solve a multi-step linear equation that requires using the distributive property. Within collaborative groups, scholars discuss multiple methods and troubleshoot mistakes.

Do your mathematicians know how to use parentheses in equations? Give them a activity to hone their skills in order of operations. They work out 20 simple problems involving parentheses, then choose which problem out of six adds up to a...

Why does one person need 58 peaches; isn't that a bit excessive? This classic math dilemma offers pupils a chance to turn a word problem into an algebraic equation. Grade 6 Claim 1 Item Slide Shows includes this problem as part of a...

Quiz time review! Practice solving fraction and decimal problems.  Use number sense and algebraic thinking to find answers. Review measurement and geometric equations used to solve area.