Product Description — One-Step Equations (Addition & Subtraction) Lesson & Worksheet

This resource is a complete, ready-to-teach lesson and practice worksheet focused on solving one-step linear equations using addition and subtraction with integers. It is designed to support middle school or Algebra 1 students who are building foundational equation-solving skills.

What’s Included

✔️ Standards-aligned lesson (HSA-REI.B.3)
✔️ Clear objective & warm-up using integer rules
✔️ Key vocabulary with student-friendly definitions
✔️ Step-by-step examples with visual strategy (“draw the border”)
✔️ Memory device (song/poem to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat)
✔️ 15-question coded riddle worksheet for practice
✔️ Built-in answer key for quick grading or self-checking

The coded riddle keeps engagement high and encourages students to solve accurately:

“What did the leaf say to the other leaf?” → I’m falling for you.

How an Educator Can Use This

Perfect for:

• Direct instruction
  
• Guided notes / interactive notebooks
  
• Small-group intervention
  
• Independent practice or exit ticket
  
• Homework assignment
  
• Assessment review
  
• Special education or ELD supports (visual & scaffolded)
  

Standards Alignment

HSA-REI.B.3 — Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including equations with coefficients represented by letters.

Students demonstrate mastery when they:

• Explain how inverse operations isolate the variable
  

Teacher-Friendly Design

• Zero prep — print and teach
  
• Supports ALL learners
  
• Includes WORKED examples + PRACTICE
  
• Answer key included