No more boring math problems guaranteed to make students zone out. Here is an out of the ordinary collection of pre-algebra puzzles and accompanying mini-lessons designed to help students gain knowledge of integers, solving equations, percents, expressions, powers and square roots while having fun. Whether used for practice, review, or homework, Pathway to Pre-Algebra Proficiency is the perfect way for teachers to motivate middle school students.
With each puzzle come clues—from easy to challenging—and all puzzles are grouped by topic, not difficulty. The mini-lessons, specific to each puzzle, can be completed in ten to twenty minutes. There’s even a word bank to assist English Language Learners and special needs students.
Main topics include: integers, order of operations, percents, solving one step equations, combining like terms and substitution.
Ebook: 76 8.25 x 11 pages
I like the presentation style and the range of activities and concepts - perfect for an anchor packet
October 30, 2011
This appears to be a fairly thorough unit, but it does contain some puzzles and activites that are a bit confusing for the student user. Overall, though, a fun way to review pre-Algebra concepts.
October 25, 2011
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I am a Intermediate Math Curriculum Specialist for nine middles schools in Santa Ana, CA. For the past 15 years I have taught Pre-Algebra to seventh and eighth grade Limited English Proficient and low math skills students. In addition, I have provided countless hours of staff development to middle school math and upper elementary teachers.
