Algebra Tiles + Worksheets for Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
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Are you searching for an effective and engaging way to teach solving multi-step equations with variables on both sides? Look no further! This comprehensive resource includes 88 ready-to-use animated teaching slides that guide students through a step-by-step process of solving multi-step equations with variables on both sides. These slides effectively bridge the visual representation offered by Algebra Tiles with the mathematical steps required to solve multi-step equations. Alongside the teaching slides is a worksheet featuring a graphic organizer, enabling students to follow the lessons seamlessly.
The teaching slides start with solving multi-step equations of the form mx + a = nx + b, where m and n are positive whole numbers, and a and b are positive or negative whole numbers. Students solve each equation using Algebra Tiles, connecting the visual representation to its mathematical equivalent. Once students have mastered these equations, parentheses are introduced, and the Distributive Property is taught. Finally, equations of the form mx – a = nx – b are introduced and solved by converting each subtraction to adding the opposite.
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Students enjoy solving each equation with Algebra Tiles, finding it remarkably easy to connect the visual representation to its mathematical equivalent. This approach transforms the process of solving equations into a logical sequence, moving away from reliance on memorized steps and rules, and effectively enhances their problem-solving skills.
Do you have early finishers? An extension activity is included that encourages students to apply their newfound skills to solve equations involving negative variables.
Ready-to-use worksheets aligned with the teaching slides are provided for practice, review, and homework purposes.
Here is what you’ll get:
- 88 teaching slides ready-to-use and editable in PowerPoint
- 20 ready-to-use worksheets
- Blank worksheets for additional practice
- Answer Key
- Teaching Notes
BONUS! A ready-to-use 16-slide PowerPoint for a fun activity to introduce and/or review “What is an Equation?”
PowerPoint is 100% editable, and each slide has one guiding question and/or instruction for easy editing if the teacher wants to use different wording.
NOTE: The solutions to the equations and terms are exclusively positive or negative whole numbers. The emphasis is on fostering conceptual understanding before introducing fractions and/or decimals.
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