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Equations using Visuals

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
In this algebra learning exercise, students write equations from a given diagram. They relate these problems with functions having to do with inputs and outputs. There are 10 diagrams to be deciphered.
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comparison of Two Gender Sports Teams

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students gather data on sports team and create a box and whisper plot. In this data collection lesson, students find the median, the quartile range, and relationships between variables.
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Figuring Out Equations With Figurines

For Teachers 6th - 7th
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...
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Simultaneous Equations Using Elimination

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve a system of two unknowns.  In the Algebra lesson plan, students use a on line computer applet/program to solve a system by the elimination method.  The student's work is self checking, giving immediate...
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Equations 1

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students discuss the meaning of balance and how it applies to equations. After listening to a lecture, they practice solving equations with two orders of operation and doing whatever they do on one side to the other side as a class. To...
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Simple Algebra; Solve for the Variables

For Students 8th - 9th
In this math worksheet, students solve ten two-step algebra equations for the variable. Each problem involves a multiplication or division problem as well as addition and subtraction.
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Make a Math Mascot

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Create a math mascot by identifying irrational and rational numbers. Learners will also solve linear equations.
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Variable Problems

For Students 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers complete one and two digit number word problems containing variables. They complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Cash Box

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Solving systems of equations with a twist! If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, then this is the problem for you. For this scenario, some money is found on the ground and you need to determine if it belongs in the cash...
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Magic Number

For Teachers K
Students create addition sentences. They review number lines and how to jump between numbers to solve equations. They play the "Magic Number" game by using a spreadsheet and guessing numbers. They discuss how they found the magic numbers.
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Finding Equations

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students make equations from everyday data. They create a graph from the equations. Students predict and analyze the results. Students complete the second scenario on their own and turn in their handout.
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Order of Operations with Variable Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore grouping symbols to mathematical equations to discover the importance of the "order of operations." Learners compare the absence of commas in connected text to the absence of grouping symbols in mathematical...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Quinoa Pasta 1

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Here is a great opportunity to introduce your mathematicians to a food they may never have heard of, quinoa. It may help to show a short video on quinoa, or make some quinoa for the class to try. Once they get over how to say quinoa,...
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More Difficult Rearranging Formulae

For Students 9th - 12th
How do you solve equations with more than one variable? Scholars view a video that explains solving literal equations as simply an extension of solving simple equations. Once they have a handle on the concept, they work on several...
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Introduction To Solving Equations

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Use manipulatives (film cans and balance scales) to visualize and solve equivalent equations with your math class. After a lecture/demo, they utilize handouts and solve various equations using the methods learned.
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All About Lines

For Students 7th - 10th Standards
This resource should be called "All About Lines, and Then Some!". Packed full of all the key components of linear functions, learners review how to set up different equations, find intercepts, and graph. All the main topics are included...
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Quiz: Subtraction Principle

For Students 7th - 9th
For this subtraction principle worksheet, students solve algebraic equations containing one or two variables. This one-page worksheet contains 20 problems.
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Linear Equations

For Students 8th - 10th
In this linear equations worksheet, students solve linear equations using a given variable. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 36 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.
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One Step Equations (Addition)

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this math worksheet, students solve 40 one step equations which involve addition. Example: 45 + n= 56. Students solve each equation and tell the value of the variable.
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I Can Do This! Systems of Equations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Learners 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 answers.
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Equations Self-Test

For Students 7th - 10th
In this equations worksheet, students answer 6 multiple choice questions. Students then solve 14 equations and must show all of their work.
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Hands-On Algebra

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study linear equations. In this algebra lesson, 7th graders solve and write two step linear equations in one variable.
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Equations in the Park

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
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.
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Variables on Both Side

For Students 7th - 8th
In this math activity, students are given 12 algebraic equations to solve. Students are then given 3 story problems to write in equation form and solve.