Short descriptionA complete word-problem lesson that teaches students to BUILD the equation, not just solve it: define the variable with units, model related quantities, solve, and answer in a sentence. Covers number, consecutive-integer, comparison, flat-fee-plus-rate, and geometry/perimeter contexts. Includes a fully scripted new-teacher lesson plan, a Story Builder / Guess-&-Check / Model Match launch, a self-checking "Crack the Code" word-problem decoder, and a quiz. Print PDF + editable Pow