Curated OER
Simple Use of Parentheses #3
Do your mathematicians know how to use parentheses in equations? Give them a activity to hone their skills in order of operations. They work out 20 simple problems involving parentheses, then choose which problem out of six adds up to a...
DK Publishing
Simple Use of Parentheses
Fifth graders take a look at how to solve equations where parentheses are present. There are addition, subtraction, and multiplication problems included. Learners practice solving 22 problems altogether, and there is an answer key...
Curriculum Corner
Order of Operations Task Cards (2)
Young mathematicians use their PEMDAS knowledge to solve 20 different task cards. They evaluate expressions to find the answer of multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, and exponential problems. Then, they record their answers...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Challenge: Parentheses, Please!
Given a string of numbers and math symbols, learners take the challenge to insert parenthesis in the proper places to reach certain solutions. This is a challenge, indeed, an engaging enrichment for those who need a little more math!
Charleston School District
Solving Equations with the Distributive Property
Now there are parentheses in these equations? As the lessons continue in this series, equations get progressively more complex. Eighth graders solve equations by applying the distributive property before using inverse operations.
CK-12 Foundation
Expression Evaluation with Basic Operations: Math Detective
Placement of parentheses is paramount. Scholars adjust the location of parentheses in a numerical expression so its value matches a given value. A slider interactive helps with this task.
Curated OER
Unlocking the Secrets of Math: Simple Steps to Becoming a Better Mathematician
Help your students remember math tricks and rules. Review working with positive and negative numbers, decimals, and the order of operations in this engaging presentation.
Illustrative Mathematics
Watch Out for Parentheses 1
Parentheses are an important tool in the algebraic toolbox in regard to the structure of the algebraic equation. They are the beginning of the standard order of operations rule, the P in PEMDAS. The central question that 5th graders are...
Curated OER
Expressions with Parentheses
For this expression worksheet, students solve a total of 6 problems involving order of operations and which one should be performed 1st and 2nd. Students also write expressions and their values.
Curriculum Corner
Order of Operations Task Cards (1)
See how well learners know how to solve expressions using the order of operations. Use this packet that includes 28 task cards that requires pupils to evaluate expressions with variables, solve expressions using the correct order of...
Curated OER
Investigation -Placing Parentheses
Seventh graders investigate placing parentheses and using the order of operations appropriately to make true sentences. They use the order of operations within a problem and the use of parentheses and their relationship by the order of...
K12 Reader
Expressions with Parentheses
Introduce your class to the order of operations. Included here is a reading passage that explains the concepts and provides an example and five related questions for individuals to answer.
EngageNY
The Order of Operations
Future mathematicians learn how to evaluate numerical expressions by applying the order of operations. They evaluate similar-looking expressions to see how the location of parentheses and exponents affects the value.
Illustrative Mathematics
Watch out for Parentheses
It is important for the algebra learner to understand the use of parentheses. Mathematicians of all levels can make errors with nested parentheses. This will give them some practice. It makes for a good class starter or quick assessment.
Curated OER
Colons, Dashes, Hyphens, and Parentheses
When should you use a colon, dash, or hyphen? Middle schoolers insert different types of punctuation marks into given sentences. Rules for usage are included in each example.
Inside Mathematics
How Old Are They?
Here is a (great) lesson on using parentheses! The task requires the expression of ages using algebraic expressions, including the distributive property. Pupils use their expressions to determine the individual ages.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Miss Integer Finds Her Properties in Order
Access prior knowledge to practice concepts like order of operations and exponents. Your class can play this game as a daily review or as a warm-up activity when needed. They work in groups of four to complete and correct review problems.
Bob Prior
The Order of Operations
Your learners use many different number representations like positive and negative integers, exponents, radicals, and combinations of operations as they learn and strengthen their use of the order of operations. Thoughtfully organized to...
Curated OER
Adding & Subtracting (Combining) Integers
Maintain a positive atmosphere in your math class with this fun instructional activity on adding and subtracting integers. After first explaining the rules for combining positive and negative numbers, this resource uses a comic strip...
EngageNY
Properties of Logarithms
Log the resource on logarithms for future use. Learners review and explore properties of logarithms and solve base 10 exponential equations in the 12th installment of a 35-part module. An emphasis on theoretical definitions and...
Curated OER
Real Numbers in the Real World
Delve into the concept of operating on the set of real numbers! In this operating with the set of real numbers instructional activity, pupils perform order of operations on the set of real numbers using a calculator.
Curated OER
Data Analysis, Probability, and Discrete Math
Choose to supplement your probability unit with this resource and you won't be disappointed with the outcome. Teach young mathematicians to organize information using tree diagrams and lists in order to determine the possible outcomes of...
Beacon Learning Center
Bowling Over the Order of Operations
Upper graders will solve equations using order of operations, and create equations that to play a fun math bowling game. They will bowl using dice to practice operations. Extensions are also included.
Mathed Up!
Powers, Roots, and BIDMAS
Reinforce math skills with an eight-page exercise that stretches scholars' computation muscles through 13 order of operation problems.