Unit Plan
PBS

Pbs: Balancing Scales to Solve Equations

For Students 6th - 8th
Predict the number of blocks you need to equal the weight of one bag and then test your theory. This interactive exercise focuses on using critical thinking skills to add and subtract items on the scales to achieve balance and visual...
Interactive
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Pan Balance Numbers

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Use this tool to strengthen understanding and computation of numerical expressions and equality using a balance scale.