Students balance number sentences to learn about missing values. In this balanced equations lesson, students use the word problem to study missing values. Students watch a video about the topic and play two games about balancing...

It's all in the numbers! Create a mathematical model to analyze a number game and develop a winning strategy. Using a given numerical pattern, scholars write an expression to model the scenario. They then interpret the pattern of the...

Students balance equations using the correct method. In this algebra lesson, students solve linear equations using a virtual balance beam as a manipulative. They play games to reinforce the concept of equations being and staying balanced.

Science equipment can be handy for math class, too. Scholars learn to solve one- and two-step linear equations by using the concept of a balance. They solve real-world problems in a variety of contexts by writing and solving linear...

Learners demonstrate their knowledge pictorially, concretely, and abstractly in this unit meant to last three hours over three days. Using hands-on activities, manipulatives,  real-world applications, and problem...

Classmates solve 18 different problems that are mostly word problems that apply algebraic expressions. They draw different combinations of masses on a scale that would balance. They also simplify expressions and solve for x in a number...

In this equal equations instructional activity, students complete pairs of equations to make them equal. In this fill in the blank instructional activity, students answer nine problems.

Students explore algebraic concepts using real life situations.  In this equations lesson, students develop strategies to solve missing number problems. Students participate in a board game based on algebraic equations.

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 lesson comes with about 20 pages of worksheets, warm-ups,...

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....

In this equal equations worksheet, learners find the missing numbers to balance the equations. In this fill in the blank worksheet, students write answers to nine problems.

Students inspect solving equations with one variable. Through the use of a scale balance, they examine the importance of equality in an equation. By playing a balance game with figurines and a scale, students discover methods of...

Second graders will love playing this math game. They will add their way to a gold, bronze, or silver medal. What a fun game to play as a wrap up to a basic addition unit.

Learners use a balance to help them with their addition facts. In this addition lesson plan, students also play the seven up game to memorize their facts.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve systems of equations using elimination or linear combination. There are 24 questions with an answer key.

Solve subtraction problems like a pro. This Jeopardy style math review asks the class to subtract 2 digit numbers, to get to zero, to balance and equation, and to make new numbers. This is an excellent review that covers topics...

Here are 17 various forms of problems that range from matching equivalent expressions to word problems. Included are problems for substutiing values into expressions and using the order of operations, simplifying algebraic expressions,...

Pupils compete in playground games in order to review velocity and wave behavior in real life situations. They demonstrate understanding by calculating velocity in their "Playground Games" packet.

First graders recognize and represent mathematical relationships using symbols and use number sentences with operational symbols to solve problems. They complete various activities such as tug of war, monkeys on a vine, and hit and miss....

Pupils explore fact families. In this math lesson, students use links to model a fact family. Pupils solve addition and subtraction problems.

Students are introduced to how to successfully set up a propietorship. Individually, they complete a pre- and post-quiz to determine how much they know about the material. To end the lesson, they practice reading a financial statement...

Solve simple linear equations using a balance beam. Replicate the given equation by moving the blocks of X and 1 to the sides of the balance scale. Then use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to each side to solve for x.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This game is similar to the popularly played game of Scrabble. Instead of using letters to spell words, students use numerals and operations to create balanced equations.

Use your quick thinking and addition math skills to play this math racing game.