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 another when introducing positive and negatives.

Concepts

algebra tiles, addition integers, subtraction integers, comparing integers, integers, negative integers, positive integers

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Pick and choose the activities and worksheets that best apply to the course
• Search the internet or YouTube for information regarding the Four-Pan Algebra Balance

Classroom Considerations

• Requires the use of a Four-Pan Algebra Balance and algebra tiles to complete all the exercises

Pros

• Provides five days worth of hands-on learning activities
• Includes several worksheets with their answer keys

Cons

• None

Common Core

6.NS.C.6.c