Looking for step by step instructions for interactive note booking for teaching writing algebraic expressions? This file is exactly what you need! There are complete instructions for notebook organization and how students use a self assessment stop light graphic organizer to communicate their comprehension of the lesson. This lesson includes complete instructions and a four tab foldable with problems to make this lesson completely interactive. There are also pictures of sample pages to help guide you through the lesson with your students. I’ve also included some teacher tips for common student misconceptions.
I have used this lesson with my 6th grade students, and it is effective in teaching this difficult concept.