If you use a fabulous lesson plan, then your pupils can become fabulous at solving equations. The 24th installment of 25 incorporates the use of if-then statements to illustrate the properties of equality used in solving two-step linear equations. Groups work together to solve several word problems and create charts to share with the rest of the class, completing the resource.

Concepts

solving equations, solving for 1 variable, equations, algebraic equations, two-step equations, linear equations, writing equations, linear equations writing, word problems, real-world applications

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use a gallery walk to have groups share their solution methods
• Create a graphic organizer for each property of equality, with the definition and an example

Classroom Considerations

• Individuals should understand the properties of equality

Pros

• Exercises use tape diagrams to verify solutions to the algebraic equations
• The problem set includes linear equations with no context to solve, to allow students to practice the skill

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.EE.B.4.a MP1 MP4