Help your students master combining like terms and creating equivalent expressions with this structured, easy-to-use resource! Designed for 6th and 7th grade math, this lesson provides clear instruction, scaffolded practice, and assessment tools to build algebraic confidence. Aligned with Common Core Standards 6.EE.A.3 and 7.EE.A.1, this resource includes I CAN statements to support student learning goals. ✨ What’s Included?✅ Engaging Warm-Up – Activates prior knowledge and sets the stage