Each page of this packet guides them from equation basics to completing multi-step equations and word problems, using scaffolding strategies. This product can be used as independent practice or guided notes. You can use this packet to introduce how to solve equations or to review it after they have already learned it. The detailed notes and examples on each topic give students something to reference when completing the packet independently. Because the packet can easily be completed without too much extra assistance, this would be great to use for sub plans or as an activity for students who finish early. This file does include an answer key for the entire packet, including the equation set up for each word problem.