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Included in this resource are 5 half sheets of equations practice totaling 34 problems. There are also instructions that guide you into the class activity I use it with that allows students to work through the problems in levels and compete against their classmates. The five levels for this equation challenge are: one-step equations, two-step equations, two-step equations: fractions, two-step equations: mixed, and multi-step equations with combining like terms and the distributive property. Take a look at the preview to see exactly the type of problems included and if it will work for you and your students.
This activity is a class favorite. Students thrive off of the competition and the engagement is out of this world. It’s one of the few times where the bell doesn’t mean they run out the door- they will actually stay to finish and beg to have more time. It is also an instant check of mastery and gives me a great idea of where students stand with the material. I also like the idea of assigning points to each level and keeping track of student totals. Then every time they hit a benchmark they get a reward of some type. This helps motivate the lower students who may not ever reach the last level in the class time they have, but over time can get enough points to still feel successful.
Keep in mind there are many ways besides the suggested activity to use this resource. They would also be great as task cards or station cards. Not all levels have to be used (maybe you just need the first four) and these half sheets would be perfect for a differentiated classroom.
For another level up math challenge featuring probability click here. FREE!
Clicking the green follow star or clicking here keeps you informed when a new lesson, practice, or activity is posted.
You could get HOURS worth of equations practice with my two-step equations bundle - which includes activities, a complete writing equations lesson, a turkey coloring sheet and way more practice!
Additional practice:
Equations Practice: Two-Step and Multi-Step
Two-Step Equation Word Problems Complete Lesson
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Description
Included in this resource are 5 half sheets of equations practice totaling 34 problems. There are also instructions that guide you into the class activity I use it with that allows students to work through the problems in levels and compete against their classmates. The five levels for this equation challenge are: one-step equations, two-step equations, two-step equations: fractions, two-step equations: mixed, and multi-step equations with combining like terms and the distributive property. Take a look at the preview to see exactly the type of problems included and if it will work for you and your students.
This activity is a class favorite. Students thrive off of the competition and the engagement is out of this world. It’s one of the few times where the bell doesn’t mean they run out the door- they will actually stay to finish and beg to have more time. It is also an instant check of mastery and gives me a great idea of where students stand with the material. I also like the idea of assigning points to each level and keeping track of student totals. Then every time they hit a benchmark they get a reward of some type. This helps motivate the lower students who may not ever reach the last level in the class time they have, but over time can get enough points to still feel successful.
Keep in mind there are many ways besides the suggested activity to use this resource. They would also be great as task cards or station cards. Not all levels have to be used (maybe you just need the first four) and these half sheets would be perfect for a differentiated classroom.
For another level up math challenge featuring probability click here. FREE!
Clicking the green follow star or clicking here keeps you informed when a new lesson, practice, or activity is posted.
You could get HOURS worth of equations practice with my two-step equations bundle - which includes activities, a complete writing equations lesson, a turkey coloring sheet and way more practice!
Additional practice:
Equations Practice: Two-Step and Multi-Step
Two-Step Equation Word Problems Complete Lesson
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