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Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math
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"I reach for this resource every time I work on linear functions! The video resource is excellent and is so beneficial for my students. "
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"Succinct and to the point notes! Thank you! I also love that they come with practice problems to check for understanding."
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Description

Help students master the difference between linear and nonlinear functions with this structured, easy-to-follow set of guided notes and practice worksheets!

This resource is designed to build conceptual understanding of functions by walking students step-by-step through identifying, analyzing, and explaining whether a relationship is linear or nonlinear. Perfect for Algebra 1 and 8th Grade Math, this lesson supports whole-class instruction, independent practice, and interactive notebooks.

Click HERE to purchase my REAL NUMBERS INSTANT LESSON BUNDLE and SAVE $$!

Students will learn how to:

✔ Identify linear vs nonlinear functions
✔ Analyze patterns in tables, graphs, and equations
✔ Explain reasoning using structured examples
✔ Compare function behavior step-by-step
✔ Strengthen understanding of functions and relationships

Lesson Structure:

“Here’s the Problem”
Students are introduced to a problem and guided through discussion.

“Here’s How”
Step-by-step modeling shows students exactly how to solve the problem.

“Let’s Try It Again”
Students apply what they learned to similar problems for reinforcement.

What’s Included:

📘 Two Versions of Guided Notes Worksheet
• Version 1: Student-guided notes completed alongside teacher instruction
• Version 2: Fully completed example notes for reference, reteaching, or differentiation
• Interactive notebook-friendly title page (optional coloring version included)

🎥 Instructional Video Lesson
• Ready-to-use video walkthrough
• Perfect for whole-class instruction, sub plans, or distance learning

✏️ Practice Worksheet
• 14 problems for independent, partner, or small group practice
• Reinforces identifying linear and nonlinear functions

Perfect For:

• 8th Grade Math Curriculum
• Algebra 1 Functions Unit
• Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Lesson
• Interactive Math Notebooks
• Guided Notes Instruction
• Math Intervention or Support
• Sub Plans
• Review & Reteaching

This lesson provides structured, scaffolded instruction to help students confidently distinguish between linear and nonlinear functions while building a strong foundation in algebraic reasoning.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

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Slope Intercept Form Math Mystery

Slope Intercept Mugshot!

Slope Intercept Bingo!

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Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Guided Notes & Practice | Algebra & 8th Grade Math

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What others say

"I reach for this resource every time I work on linear functions! The video resource is excellent and is so beneficial for my students. "
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Jami K.
"Succinct and to the point notes! Thank you! I also love that they come with practice problems to check for understanding."
star
Stephani V.

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Description

Help students master the difference between linear and nonlinear functions with this structured, easy-to-follow set of guided notes and practice worksheets!

This resource is designed to build conceptual understanding of functions by walking students step-by-step through identifying, analyzing, and explaining whether a relationship is linear or nonlinear. Perfect for Algebra 1 and 8th Grade Math, this lesson supports whole-class instruction, independent practice, and interactive notebooks.

Click HERE to purchase my REAL NUMBERS INSTANT LESSON BUNDLE and SAVE $$!

Students will learn how to:

✔ Identify linear vs nonlinear functions
✔ Analyze patterns in tables, graphs, and equations
✔ Explain reasoning using structured examples
✔ Compare function behavior step-by-step
✔ Strengthen understanding of functions and relationships

Lesson Structure:

“Here’s the Problem”
Students are introduced to a problem and guided through discussion.

“Here’s How”
Step-by-step modeling shows students exactly how to solve the problem.

“Let’s Try It Again”
Students apply what they learned to similar problems for reinforcement.

What’s Included:

📘 Two Versions of Guided Notes Worksheet
• Version 1: Student-guided notes completed alongside teacher instruction
• Version 2: Fully completed example notes for reference, reteaching, or differentiation
• Interactive notebook-friendly title page (optional coloring version included)

🎥 Instructional Video Lesson
• Ready-to-use video walkthrough
• Perfect for whole-class instruction, sub plans, or distance learning

✏️ Practice Worksheet
• 14 problems for independent, partner, or small group practice
• Reinforces identifying linear and nonlinear functions

Perfect For:

• 8th Grade Math Curriculum
• Algebra 1 Functions Unit
• Linear vs Nonlinear Functions Lesson
• Interactive Math Notebooks
• Guided Notes Instruction
• Math Intervention or Support
• Sub Plans
• Review & Reteaching

This lesson provides structured, scaffolded instruction to help students confidently distinguish between linear and nonlinear functions while building a strong foundation in algebraic reasoning.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Click Here to Visit My Store!

Click on the links below for more activities your students will LOVE!

Comparing Functions Matching (Google)

Functions Math Mystery

Scatterplots, Functions, and Slope Mugshot!

Functions FlipBook

Functions Matching Activity

Slope of a Line Mugshot!

Linear Equations FlipBook

Slope of a Line MathMatch

Slope Intercept Form Math Mystery

Slope Intercept Mugshot!

Slope Intercept Bingo!

Follow me to be notified of new products - always 50% off for the first 24 hours. Yay!

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Great resource for a teacher with no time!
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April 28, 2026
If you want pre created notes AND practice, this is for you!
Kristel Reyes
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265 reviews • Florida
Grades taught: 8th
A go-to resource
Rated 5 out of 5
March 24, 2026
I reach for this resource every time I work on linear functions! The video resource is excellent and is so beneficial for my students.
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February 11, 2026
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Succinct and to the point notes! Thank you! I also love that they come with practice problems to check for understanding.
856 reviews • California
Grades taught: 8th
Student populations: Autism, Emerging bilinguals, Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
April 1, 2025
This was great to use with my class, they could watch the video and fill out the notes even though I was out.
Michelle Glascott
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66 reviews
Grades taught: 7th
Rated 5 out of 5
December 16, 2024
Great supplement for introducing functions. My students enjoyed it.
Rachel G.
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Grades taught: 9th
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December 3, 2024
My students used this as a flipped classroom activity to do before the next day's activity.
Melissa D.
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July 23, 2024
This was a great resource for my 8th graders in Algebra. Thanks!
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Interpret the equation 𝘺 = 𝘮𝘹 + 𝘣 as defining a linear function, whose graph is a straight line; give examples of functions that are not linear. For example, the function 𝘈 = 𝑠² giving the area of a square as a function of its side length is not linear because its graph contains the points (1,1), (2,4) and (3,9), which are not on a straight line.
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