Students view a Cyberchase video and participate in a calculation of points exercise. In this summing of positive and negative integers, students calculate the principal character points to see if he can qualify for a contest.

Just because one integer is larger than another doesn't mean it will make sense right away. Go beyond note taking and show learners, through the use of algebra tiles and a Four-Pan Algebra Balance, how the numbers relate to one...

In this simple worksheet, learners add and subtract positive and negative integers. Mathematicians plot the problem on a number line beside each of the 24 problems. You might want to white out the answers at the bottom of each page and...

Subtraction is all about opposites, and the fifth activity in a series of 25 introduces the concept of subtracting integers. Pupils connect subtracting with discarding a card in the integer game. They develop the rule for subtracting...

Maintain a positive atmosphere in your math class with this fun lesson on adding and subtracting integers. After first explaining the rules for combining positive and negative numbers, this resource uses a comic strip...

This thorough introduction to the concept of subtracting negative integers walk learners through the necessary steps using teacher modeling and guided practice. Number lines and various word problems are used to support understanding of...

In this signed numbers worksheet, students simplify equations by using the indicated operation. They add, subtract, multiply, and divide equations containing two to four positive and negative integers. Three of the 25 equations contain...

In this addition worksheet, learners add positive and negative integers and decimal numbers. All equations, except one, contain at least one negative integer. Students must determine the appropriate operation based upon the signed...

Use two different colors of bingo chips to represent positive and negative charges. Add and subtract them in a clear glass beaker to demonstrate how to add and subtract integers. This visual, along with a number line, will really help...

Upper elementary and middle schoolers practice solving addition and multiplication problems with positive and negative numbers. They use a number line initially to help find a solution.

Students add and subtract using negative integers. In this negative integers lesson plan, students listen to examples provided by the teacher and then complete problems where they add and subtract negative integers.

Young mathematicians construct their own understanding of integers with an inquiry-based math lesson. Using colored chips to represent positive and negative numbers, children model a series of addition and subtraction problems as...

The second lesson in a series of 25 shows the class how to use arrows and a number line to add integers. Learners apply their knowledge of the commutative property and absolute value in their explanations. Classmates play the integer...

Students solve word problems in which they add, subtract, multiply, and/or divide integers, identify rules and patterns for multiplying and dividing integers, create scenarios that represent each expression, and evaluate expressions.

Sixth and seventh graders investigate the concept of negative numbers. The lesson begins with a review of positive numbers and progresses to the various operations with negative numbers. The lesson includes dialogue for the teacher to...

Pupils use blocks and markers to illustrate the processes of adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. In this mathematics lesson, learners use Algebra blocks to demonstrate multiplying polynomials.

Seventh graders solve problems involving addition of positive and accentuating negative integers. In this adding real numbers lesson plan, 7th graders draw a number line on chart paper, complete a working sheet and use the Learning Gizmo...

Your resource or special education class will have fun with this interesting approach to learning about integers. They use rap, movement, and an interactive online game to reinforce the rules of integers. A well-rounded lesson that...

What is the meaning of sea level? This resource helps your class understand the meaning of elevations above, below, and at sea level. Provides for good discussion on using positive and negative numbers to represent quantities in the real...

Scholars investigate the concept of adding positive and negative numbers. They practice adding using the number line for scaffolding. This can be done as a game for younger learners, but may also be helpful for engaging the older pupils.

Young scholars add and subtract integers. In this algebra lesson, students analyze integers using hands on manipulative. They solve problems of addition and subtractions using their signs correctly. They play a game of cards to reinforce...

Apply properties of operations to work with mixed numbers. The first of two lesson plans that focus on properties of operations works with mixed numbers and converting opposites of sums. Pupils work with properties of operations to break...

In this math worksheet, students solve 15 problems in which positive and negative integers are added and subtracted. The answers are given in a separate column on the page.

Middle schoolers use discs in order to add and subtract integers. There are manipulatives present so kinesthetic learners can access the curriculum. They also review the concept of the opposite of positive and negative numbers.