Submerge yourself in the study of slope. Scholars investigate a situation involving slope and the rate of change of a submarine. An additional example further explores the concept of slope by changing one of the conditions of the submarine.

Young scholars are introduced to the elimination method in Algebra. As a class, they solve two linear equations with two unknowns using this new method. They discuss the positive and negative aspects of using this method to solve...

In this control and experimental variables instructional activity, learners read about the variables in an experiment and practice identifying each in 2 experiments. Students analyze the data in an experiment, identify the hypothesis and...

In this combining like terms worksheet, students simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms.  Problems contain negative and positive numbers as well as variables.  They use the distributive property to simplify...

In this logic worksheet, students read short story problems.  They use logic to solve the problems. Students write equations to match the problem.  This one-page worksheet contains two logic problems.

Sixth graders work with mathematical expressions by interpreting, analyzing and problem solving with them. In this two step algebraic problem solving lesson plan, 6th graders use algebra tiles to solve equations.

In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve irrational functions by identifying the variables and make sure the equation is a true statement. They solve word problems also. There are 12 questions with an answer key.

In this solving equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different problems that include multiplication and division. First, they solve each equations using either the multiplicative property of equality of the division...

Use this learning exercise with the Hands-On Equations kit of manipulatives. Learners find the value of x in 5 equations, then check their answers. A great addition to your math lesson!

In this solving equations instructional activity, students solve and complete 12 different problems that include solving various equations by addition or subtraction. First, they identify and define the difference between using the...

Students work to complete various algebraic equations using different methods. Given a word problem, students create a poster identifying the various parts of the equation as well as the solution to the problem. Posters are presented...

In this simple equations worksheet, students solve 21 one-step equations by using addition or subtraction.

Young scholars solve systems of 2-by-2 linear equations using tables, graphs and substitution. In small groups, classmates work together to discover strategies for solving equations. They use a calculator to graphically represent their...

In this math worksheet, students solve systems of two linear equations using either the substitution method or the elimination method. Seven of the twenty problems have a coefficient of one for one of the two variables.

For this solving linear systems worksheet, students solve twenty-four systems using the substitution and elimination methods.  Definitions and examples are provided.

In this math worksheet, learners substitute a given value for the variable. They work the problem and determine if the value is a solution for the equation. If the value is a solution, students label the problem true, if it's not a...

Learnerss solve equations using guess and check. In this algebra lesson, students solve linear equation using the systematic trial. They isolate and identify the missing variable using non tranditonal methods.

In this fractions worksheet, students simplify ten problems by calculating the product, and six problems using the distributive property.  Students solve for the variable in ten problems by first multiplying by the least common...

If you're looking for a presentation to assist you in your teaching of triangles, this one could be for you. In it, learners are shown how triangles are classified by the size of their angles and by their sides. These are tricky concepts...

Young chemists grow ionic crystals, metallic crystals, and supersaturated crystals in three different lab experiments. Observing these under a microscope allows pupils to compare the various structures. 

In this writing equations for comparison word problems instructional activity, students use a as the variable in equations, compare numbers, and solve. Students solve six problems.

For 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...

Sixth graders complete worksheets and make journal entries to interpret mathematical expressions about the pyramids. In this equality by balancing equations lesson, 6th graders participate in groups or by themselves to complete exercises...

Ninth graders investigate how to solve equations with the variable present on both sides. They practice isolating the variable and combining like terms before solving the equation for the variable.