What's so special about slope? Pupils first match cards with slope and y-intercept to graphs of linear equations. They continue the lesson by matching equations in slope-intercept form to the same graphs.

Concepts

linear equations, slope-intercept form, slope, y-intercepts

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the activity as review for a unit assessment

Classroom Considerations

• Learners need to have experience with identifying slope from graphs of linear equations
• Requires prior preparation (cutting up cards)

Pros

• Includes printable game pieces
• Well-drawn graphs make the activity more engaging

Cons

• None