Mathematicians use an inquiry method to solve linear equations. In this linear equations activity, students practice solving equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve multi-step equations and...

Analyze algorithms for computing with rational numbers and develop fluency in their use with your math class. They work individually to solve the problems on the "Alternative Algorithms" sheet. Then, they analyze the appropriateness of...

In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders find the product or quotient of algebraic fractions and reduce to simplest form.  The two page worksheet contains a combination of eleven multiple choice and free response questions. ...

In this conserving fuel worksheet, 7th graders solve and complete 4 different word problems that include measurement and total cost of products. First, the determine the gas station described that has the lowest price of gasoline. Then,...

Help third graders make sense of the Common Core math standards with this simple checklist. By rewording each standard as an I can statement, children are provided with clear goals to focus on as they participate in math lessons.

Make learning visible! Have your mathematicians follow along as you use paper strips to demonstrate the concept of multiplying unit fractions. Then, offer a different way of solving the problem using a number line. Finally, introduce the...

On a three-page assignment, number crunchers will examine the laws of exponents and apply them to a variety of problems. They write expressions in exponential form or as repeated multiplication. They evaluate and simplify exponential...

Here is a code-breaker multiplication and division game which has learners find the missing letter in equations, then solve and use those letters to "break the code," which actually is the answer to a riddle. Make math fun with a...

Sixth and seventh graders solve and complete 8 different types of problems. First, they multiply and divide by signed numbers. Then, they rewrite any division as multiplication by the reciprocal. Pupils also work out the absolute value...

In this integers worksheet, students solve and complete 17 different problems that include using the integer computation-rules. First, they read the flow chart on the right and add their own examples to show that they comprehend each...

Here's a set of division problems to drill your scholars; they complete 48 horizontally aligned equations total. These problems are separated into four sections of 12 equations each: learners divide by six, seven, eight, and nine. Many...

Plants never grow at the same rate, and that is the antithesis for this word problem involving multiplication of fractions. On the worksheet, Raul notices that Pablo's seedlings are 1 1/2 times as tall, and Celina's seedlings are 3/4 as...

Work with the class to investigate the concept of dividing decimals. They will use a variety of problem-solving skills in order to practice the operation of division. The teacher can use the dialogue to guide learners through the various...

Choose the symbol; mathematicians can get confused between division and multiplication, so drill these skills with them. They examine 54 number sentences without a symbol, writing either the multiplication or division operation into the...

Mental multiplication just got easier! Clue your class into this multiplication shortcut as they decompose factors and add smaller products. For the first set of problems, they read the instructions, view an example, and then break down...

Here is a quick 15 minute lesson intended to introduce subtraction. Learners count and subtract gummy bears to complete 5 problems. The lessons suggest that the gummy bears can be saved and used the next day, but gummy bears get gross...

One step equations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and subtraction.  Step by step methods of how to solve these equations and has practice problems for each operation.  Answers are provided.  As a...

Which symbol goes here? Mathematicians often get confused between division and multiplication, so drill these skills with them. They examine 48 number sentences without a symbol, writing either the multiplication or division operation...

Pictures, number lines, decimal equivalents, or Cuisenaire rods can be used to show insight into the meaning of multiplying fractions.Here, Alisa drinks 3/4 of 1/2 liter of juice. To find the total volume of the juice that Alisa...

Use visual shading and scenario questions to help your mathematicians divide fractions in this problem-solving worksheet! Students shade parts and solve, write multiplication and division sentences, solve word problems, and find...

In this algebra worksheet, mathematicians identify important vocabulary related to solving equations. They create and simplify expressions and solve word problems. There are a total of 10 questions that provide a good review of the first...

Do scholars understand multiplication as sets of numbers? Help them grasp this concept through groups of objects arranged as a makeshift multiplication number sentence. They examine the sets and fill in boxes to indicate how many sets of...

Explore the relationship between multiplication and division as scholars fill in these number sentences, each of which is missing a symbol. Is it a multiplication or division equation? There are 18 of these to start, all written...

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...