Make algebra meaningful with this real-world, print-and-go performance task!

In this Ticket & Fundraiser Challenge, students apply key Grade 6 algebra skills to plan, model, and analyze a school fundraiser using expressions, equations, and inequalities.

What Students Will Do

Students will:

• Translate real-world situations into algebraic expressions
• Write and represent inequalities (including number lines)
• Evaluate expressions using substitution
• Solve one-step equations
• Test solutions (TRUE/FALSE reasoning)
• Create and analyze their own algebraic model
• Justify their thinking using math

What’s Included

✔ Scenario Page (Color + Black & White)
✔ Parts A–E Student Task Pages (Color + Black & White)
✔ Student Checklist (Color + Black & White)
✔ MYP Criteria C & D Rubric (Color + Black & White)
✔ Answer Keys (Parts A–E) (Color Only)

Skills Covered

• Expressions & algebraic reasoning
• One-step equations (all operations)
• Inequalities & number lines
• Substitution & evaluation
• Mathematical modeling
• Justification and reasoning

Perfect For

• Performance-based assessment
• Algebra unit (Grade 6)
• MYP-aligned classrooms
• End-of-unit tasks
• Math projects or enrichment

Why Teachers Love This

✅ Real-world scenario students connect with
✅ Scaffolded progression (A → E)
✅ Strong focus on explanation & reasoning
✅ Print-and-go with built-in supports
✅ Includes both color and ink-saving versions

⚠️ Note

This resource is not affiliated with the IB, but is designed to align with MYP-style assessment (Criteria C & D).