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.

A comprehensive lesson on algebraic thinking where learners create and identify patterns using proportional reasoning. Research based, this lesson includes technology connections, items for discussion, and extension activities.

The purpose of this task is to identify the structure in the two algebraic expressions by interpreting them in terms of a geometric context, a series of squares filled with dot arrangements. Students are asked to notice a pattern and...

In this task, students are asked to study the structure of an algebraic expression, draw conclusions, and explain their thinking. Aligns with A-SSE.A.1 and A-SSE.A.1.b.

Is it any wonder that learners are suspicious? We lead, sometimes drag, them through Algebra I insisting they must follow the order of operations. We make them learn the "hard way" of doing an assignment one day only to show them the...

This lesson is designed to review and reinforce three methods (graphing, substitution and elimination) of solving systems of linear equations. The students will work together and independently to find the solutions to systems of...

This problem asks the student to evaluate six numerical expressions that contain the same integers and operations yet have different results due to the placement of parentheses. It helps students see the purpose of using parentheses....

The goal of this lesson is for middle schoolers to use manipulatives to add integers, creating concepts rather than memorizing rules. This lesson will be related to the 300 Spartans who battled the invading Persians at the Battle of...

Please excuse my dear Aunt Sally. This sentence takes on greater meaning when students realize it will assist them in remembering the all-important order of mathematical operations. A lesson plan, several interactive practice pages, and...

This activity is designed to help young scholars evaluate numerical expressions by using order of operations. The students will be provided a calendar for the current month of the year. Young scholars will then be provided with a...

Picture a roll of toilet paper; assume that the paper in the roll is very tightly rolled. Assuming that the paper in the roll is very thin, find a relationship between the thickness of the paper, the inner and outer radii of the roll,...

SWBAT to use the orders of operations to solve numerical expressions.

The purpose of this task is to give students a chance to work creatively with three of the four fundamental arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, and multiplication). It is well suited for helping students develop fluency with...

Students will learn how to draw a line of best fit for a set of data using m&m's and a "Bungee."

Students compare their own hand/foot span to Shaquille O'Neal's, then graph the data & construct a best-fit line. They can then use the information to investigate the proportionality of the human body.

In this online activity use view tubes to collect data and determine the linear relationship and line of best fit.

Using decks of cards and knowledge of number operations, students develop multi-step equations to reach a target number.