Unit Plan
PBS

Pbs: Distributive Property With Variables

For Students 6th - 8th
Model with algebra tiles to generate equivalent expressions. This video focuses on visualizing the distributive property.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Equivalent Forms of Exponential Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th
Determine whether pairs of exponential expressions are equivalent.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Illustrative Mathematics: 6.ee Distance to School

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
This task asks students to find equivalent expressions by visualizing a familiar activity involving distance. The given solution shows some possible equivalent expressions, but there are many variations possible. Aligns with 6.EE.A.2.
Interactive
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Resources for Teaching Math: Algebra Tiles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Try this hands-on approach to solving algebra problems with this interactive website. Students are able to "solve equations, substitute in variable expressions, expand, and factor".
Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Equation

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn about equations with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition and examples that enhance further explanation.