Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Gotham City Taxis

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
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...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Multiplication Equations

For Students 7th - 8th
In this multiplication worksheet, students solve simple algebra equations containing one variable. This one-page worksheet contains 24 multi-step problems.
Lesson Plan
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Point-Slope Application Problems

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Create a linear equation for a problem when the intercept information is not given. The two-day lesson introduces the class to the point-slope form, which can be used for problems when the initial conditions are not provided. Pupils...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Equations Lesson 1

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Linear Systems by Linear Combinations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
This worksheet offers six problems to practice solving simultaneous equations using the method of elimination. Start with systems that require multiplying only one of the equations. Then move to systems which require multiplying both...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Practice solving linear systems of three equations with three unknowns using the elimination method and substitution method. This handout includes graphics of different combinations of intersecting planes to help illustrate the different...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Use this worksheet for practice or review solving linear equations in one variable. Problems range from multiple-step problems involving parentheses and combining like terms, to word problems, to equations with no solution or infinitely...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Eqautions w/ Division & Multiplication: Practice A

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the process of solving one-step equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders solve one-step equations involving multiplication and division.  The lesson includes translation of verbal expressions to...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Interesting Integers and Exciting Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
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....
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

A Focus on Square Roots

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Pupils learn to solve square root equations and rationalize denominators. Problems include those with extraneous solutions. 
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Lane Community College

Review Sheets: College Algebra

For Students 9th - 12th
A jam-packed instructional activity has all the topics you would teach in an Algebra II class with a variety of question styles. Starting with function notation and ending with geometric sequences, there really is something for...
Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Inquiry-based learning and investigations form the basis of a deep understanding of quadratic functions in a very thorough unit plan.  Learners develop recursive and closed methods for representing real-life situations,...
Assessment
Balanced Assessment

Pick a Pattern or Two

For Students 6th - 8th
Math is all about finding patterns. In this ask, scholars first investigate a sequence formed by squaring the sum of the digits in the previous term. They go on to investigate a second sequence and write an algebraic expression for this...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations (Single Step Problems)

For Students 5th - 7th
In this solving equations practice worksheet, students sharpen their problems solving skills as they solve 24 single step equations.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations

For Students 5th - 6th
In this solving equations worksheet, students practice their math skills as they solve 24 single step equations that require them to solve for x.
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Curated OER

Linear Equations and Algebraic Symbols

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students rewrite word problems using the correct symbols. In this algebra instructional activity, students simplify algebraic expressions and use the correct representation of the unknown. They solve equations using one and two steps...
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Curated OER

Equations 1

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students discuss the meaning of balance and how it applies to equations. After listening to a lecture, they practice solving equations with two orders of operation and doing whatever they do on one side to the other side as a class. To...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations Containing Algebraic Fractions

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebraic fractions worksheet, students solve and complete 20 different problems that include solving equations that contain algebraic fractions. First, they determine the common denominator in each and use the product of all the...
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Solving Literal Equations

For Teachers 9th - 11th Standards
Learners solve literal equations.  In this Algebra I/Algebra II instructional activity, learners view a PowerPoint presentation about solving literal equations.  Learners have the opportunity to complete an interactive...
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Curated OER

Model and Solve Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
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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Curated OER

Equations in the Park

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
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.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Multi-Step Inequalities

For Students 9th - 11th
In this inequalities worksheet, students solve inequalities.  They graph solutions on  a number line.  Students solve problems by combining like terms, and using the distributive property.  Variables appear on both...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Modeling with Polynomials—An Introduction (part 1)

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Maximizing resources is essential to productivity. Class members complete an activity to show how math can help in the process. Using a piece of construction paper, learners construct a box with the maximum volume. Ultimately, they...
Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Give or Take a Few

For Teachers 6th Standards
Young mathematicians extend their knowledge of rational numbers on a number line to graph inequalities by first using number cards to compare rational numbers. They finish by using similar reasoning to graph inequalities on a number line.