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Introduce equations to 6th and 7th graders using this balance scale activity that uses algebra tiles (positive and negative counters). Have students explore with manipulative to grasp the idea that an equation is like a balance scale: Whatever you add to one side, you must add to the other side to keep the equation balanced/equal! Have fun!

This is an assessment ideal for an 8th grade unit on exponents and scientific notation. The test is consist of multiple choice, short answer, world problem, and case questions. Parts of the test are modified and differentiated to accommodate English-Language learners.

This is a set of five center activities for a unit on Scientific Notation (Common Core Aligned: 8.EE.1, 8.EE.3, 8.EE.4).

Make learning irrational numbers interactive by using foldables and sentence strips. In this activity students will create inequality statements that involve the closest perfect square root to approximate irrational numbers.

Have students apply or review their knowledge of integer exponents using this fun foldable!

This includes an editable word file and a pdf copy. The packet has an easy to follow lesson guide that identifies learning objectives, lesson materials, tasks/agenda, etc. The law of exponent is explained together with the proof (expanded form). There are 10 practice expressions. Answer key is included.

This includes an editable word file as well as a PDF file of a lesson on exponents. It can be used as a review for 8th graders before teaching the Laws of Exponents or as an introduction lesson for 6th graders to tackle the exponents standard/skill.

Common Core aligned assessment for benchmarks 8.EE.1 and 8.EE.3 (Exponents and Scientific Notation)