You'd feel bad if someone called you by the wrong name — and equations are no different. Young mathematicians learn the vocabulary associated with equations and expressions identifying these components in sample equations.

In this learning exercise, algebra learners solve and complete 20 different equations that include combining like terms. First, they identify and define like terms and how they can be combined in solving an equation. Then, students...

Playing with matches (unlit, of course) becomes an engaging learning experience in this fun instructional unit. Teach pupils how to apply properties of exponential functions to solve problems. They differentiate between quadratic and...

This activity gets at the heart of algebraic reasoning and setting up equations with one variable to solve real-world problems. The worksheet has only one problem, but it requires that learners first use their own reasoning...

This algebra worksheet reviews writing polynomials in standard form from factored form, looks at the graphs of polynomials of degree higher than two, and identifies the zeros of polynomials using the Factor Theorem and Fundamental...

The behavior of a rational function near a vertical asymptote is the focus around this trip up a river. Specifically, numerical and graphical understanding is studied. The canoe context pushes the variables as numbers, rather than as...

Determine equivalent methods to find sums of consecutive numbers. Learners watch a video of a computer program that finds the sum of five consecutive numbers given a starting number. Pupils hypothesize how to determine the sum without...

Expand and contract algebra. Using a video from a larger review series, pupils refresh their skills to factor algebraic expressions. They also use the distributive property to expand expressions on the learning exercise. Problems range...

When it comes to rating educational calculators, this calculator is always near the top of this list. Now it's available as an app. There is a lot of calculator power wrapped up in this app. Not only is this a fully functioning...

What are terms, factors, and coefficients? This slideshow provides definitions and examples of various parts of algebraic expressions, and provides guided practice problems in writing and identifying parts of algebraic expressions for...

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

In this substitution property worksheet, 6th graders solve and complete 3 various types of problems. First, they use the values assigned to each variable to evaluate and match the expressions to their corresponding answers. Then,...

Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction lesson, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...

In this algebra worksheet, young scholars solve equations through substitution and then solve for an unknown. They simplify division equations containing exponents and two variables and solve radical problems. This worksheet contains a...

For this properties of real numbers worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include applying various properties for real numbers. First, they identify the property of real numbers that is demonstrated in each problem....

For this multi-step equations worksheet, students solve and complete 24 various problems that include solving by using multiple steps. First, they solve each equation, trying to get the variable alone on one side of the equals sign....

Students use given information on wind speed with the quadratic formula to determine the pressure of the wind on a building. In this quadratic equations lesson, students compute the pressure of the wind from two data tables. They graph...

In this order of operations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 20 different problems that include using the order of operations. First, they use the order of operations to help them simplify each expression. Then, students...

In this algebra worksheet, students simplify rational expressions. They multiply and divide to solve the expressions. There are 9 questions.

In this tile diagrams activity, 8th graders solve and complete 12 different problems that include using cups and tiles to solve each equation listed. First, they show the check process for each problem by substituting their answer for...

In this algebraic equations instructional activity, students solve 8 equations. Students then answer 2 word problems and simplify 2 expressions by combining like terms and using the distributive property. Students also write equations...

For this algebra worksheet, students rewrite sentences into algebraic equations using variables and solve for the unknown. There are 10 interactive questions with an answer key.

Students solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students use manipulative's to see the steps taken when solving linear equations. They solve using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Students assess informal methods to solve real-world problems that utilize simple equations that involve one variable. They incorporate concrete objects to assist them in the solving of a variety of equations. The students are actively...