In this order of operations learning exercise, students simplify and evaluate 10 different types of problems by applying the order of operations in each. They simplify basic equations whether multiplication, division, addition, or...

Students explore Literal Equations. In this literal equations lesson, students use the Internet to connect to links and solve linear equations. Students investigate, analyze and record their findings on various activity worksheets.

Use the distributive property to solve equations. The sixth instructional activity in a 33-part series has scholars solve equations that need to be transformed into simpler equations first. Class members apply the distributive property...

How do you make a penny grow to $5,000 in just 15 days? Use the examples in this lesson to explore the concept of exponential growth and its comparison to linear models. Pupils come to understand that exponential growth eventually...

Seventh graders solve 10 different problems that take multiple steps to solve. First, they combine like terms if necessary. Pupils isolate the terms that contain the variable they want to solve. In addition, they substitute their answer...

Young scholars explore Cuisenaire Rods.  In this pre-algebra lesson, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Young scholars construct examples of the Commutative Property...

Students investigate the associative property of addition. For this associative property of addition lesson, students work in pairs and build addition problems with six blocks. They sit on either side of a desk so that they can "read"...

Middle schoolers explore the concept order of operations.  In this order of operations instructional activity, middle schoolers make a song about the order of operations in groups.  Middle schoolers practice working problems...

Students solve problems using the distributive property. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations by multiplication and combining like terms. They graph their lines on the calculator.

In this math worksheet, students investigate the concepts of order of operations, domains, and inverse functions while using a calculator.

In this complex numbers worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include addition and subtraction of these numbers. First, they add or subtract the coefficients of similar terms algebraically. Then, students remove the...

In this properties worksheet, students complete 4 matching problems regarding recognizing properties. Students then simplify 10 problems by combining like terms.

In this commutative and associative property worksheet, students simplify 12 problems. Students then name the property illustrated in 4 problems.

Student study addition properties. In this addition properties lesson, students use multiple methods to solve various types of problems. Students illustrate and describe in various ways the Commutative Property of Addition. Students...

In this simplifying distribution instructional activity, learners solve problems with one variable using the distributive property. They place their answers in the answer box provided on the internet. Students are able to view...

In this multiplying polynomials worksheet, young scholars multiply polynomials by a single term. This two-page worksheet contains examples, followed by ten problems.

In this factoring worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 19 different problems that include using the distributive property to solve. First, they complete each statement with the correct information. Then, students factor each...

First graders use various models to learn the Commutative Property of Addition. For this Commutative Property lesson, 1st graders use other students, counters, balances, and dominoes to apply the addition property. Students solve...

Seventh graders use online math games to practice understanding the skill of estimation and order of operations. In this lesson, 7th graders use the internet to play online games to strengthen their understanding of these skills. 

Students examine a problem and develop the best method to arrive at the solution. In this math lesson, students apply basic math skills by coming up with the correct steps to solve a word problem. ...

Eighth graders solve multi-step equations, showing each step in their solution. This multi-step equations lesson includes sample problems to complete as a class, clear step by step instructions for the student and a linked comic strip...

Students compare and contrast objects and are introduced to a Venn Diagram. In this alike and different lesson, students make observations regarding properties of objects. Students classify object and build ideas about variables....

Sixth graders solve real life mathematics problems. After reading a given problem, 6th graders gather and organize data into a table. They explore a pattern, and from this, derive a formula. Students solve the problems multiple ways...

Fourth graders complete activities to study decimal numbers. In this decimal numbers lesson, 4th graders study decimal numbers to express numbers less than one and intervals. Students complete map and location activities to study the...