Description
Turn up the energy in your classroom with this challenging and movement-based equation-solving activity! These progressive task cards are designed to be used as a relay, giving your students meaningful practice solving equations (one step equations, two step equations, multi-step equations, and equations with variables on both sides), with increasing complexity built right in. Every problem includes negative numbers, and the difficulty gradually increases to support all learners and stretch those ready for a deeper challenge.
Perfect for collaborative work, Thinking Classroom-style lessons, or independent problem solving with movement, this low-prep activity gives students a reason to get out of their seats and think deeply about solving equations.
What’s Included:
- Directions for Teachers (Relay Style and BTC Thin-Slicing Style)
- Tip Sheet for Running a Successful Relay
- 16 math problems that progress in difficulty
- 4 optional Brain Breaks for rest or rotation resets
- Student Recording Sheet
- Answer Key
Problem Set Progression:
- One-Step Equations (with negatives)
- Two-Step Equations
- Variables on Both Sides
- Distributive Property & Combining Like Terms
- Equations with Fractions & Decimals
- Word Problems
How It Works:
Start your entire class on Problem 1. Place the remaining problems at a central counter or set of desks. Students solve each problem, show their work on the recording sheet, and check in before moving on to the next one. They can only move forward after getting the current problem correct. Add a competitive edge with optional prizes, or keep the focus on accuracy and perseverance.
Move! Use your Mind! Do Math! Enjoy!
Other Relays (Progressive Task Cards) you may enjoy:
- Combining Like Terms Relay (FREEBIE!)
- Simplifying Expressions Relay (use the distributive property and combine like terms!)
- Similar Figures Relay (Scale Factor & Missing Side Lengths)
- Adding Integers Relay
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Solving Equations Relay Activity Differentiated Progressive Algebra Task Cards
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Description
Turn up the energy in your classroom with this challenging and movement-based equation-solving activity! These progressive task cards are designed to be used as a relay, giving your students meaningful practice solving equations (one step equations, two step equations, multi-step equations, and equations with variables on both sides), with increasing complexity built right in. Every problem includes negative numbers, and the difficulty gradually increases to support all learners and stretch those ready for a deeper challenge.
Perfect for collaborative work, Thinking Classroom-style lessons, or independent problem solving with movement, this low-prep activity gives students a reason to get out of their seats and think deeply about solving equations.
What’s Included:
- Directions for Teachers (Relay Style and BTC Thin-Slicing Style)
- Tip Sheet for Running a Successful Relay
- 16 math problems that progress in difficulty
- 4 optional Brain Breaks for rest or rotation resets
- Student Recording Sheet
- Answer Key
Problem Set Progression:
- One-Step Equations (with negatives)
- Two-Step Equations
- Variables on Both Sides
- Distributive Property & Combining Like Terms
- Equations with Fractions & Decimals
- Word Problems
How It Works:
Start your entire class on Problem 1. Place the remaining problems at a central counter or set of desks. Students solve each problem, show their work on the recording sheet, and check in before moving on to the next one. They can only move forward after getting the current problem correct. Add a competitive edge with optional prizes, or keep the focus on accuracy and perseverance.
Move! Use your Mind! Do Math! Enjoy!
Other Relays (Progressive Task Cards) you may enjoy:
- Combining Like Terms Relay (FREEBIE!)
- Simplifying Expressions Relay (use the distributive property and combine like terms!)
- Similar Figures Relay (Scale Factor & Missing Side Lengths)
- Adding Integers Relay
✭✭Teach IM® Grade 6 Math? Check out my bundles and save!
✭✭Teach IM® Grade 7 Math? Check out my bundles and save!
✭✭Teach IM® Grade 8 Math? Check out my bundles and save!
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