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This project prompts students to build and work with catapults in order to model a real world parabola. This is a great project to facilitate in any Algebra 1 classroom because it will offer a tangible connection to quadratic functions. This product contains information relating to four main components of the project: 1. Build a catapult. 2. Measure and record data in order to write the equation for the parabola modeled by the catapult. 3. Write an essay about the math, science, and history

This workbook introduces middle school math students to the concept of solving simple algebraic equations. This workbook guides students through thinking moves and steps that they can follow to solve simple algebraic equations. This packet is a great way to introduce your students to a new unit or chapter that involves solving simple algebraic equations. I recommend breaking your students into small groups and having them work though this material following a workshop model. Some students will m

This project is a fun and simple way to help students solidify their understanding of working with linear equations on the coordinate plane. This mini project emphasizes the concepts of slope and finding the equation of a line using slope and coordinate point information. Students create a drawing on the coordinate plane with 10 line segments. Then, they identify two points on each line segment, the slope of each line segment, and the equation of each line segment. This project description co

This worksheet supports students as they work to solve multi-step algebraic equations. This form provides lines where students are prompted to re-write the equation after performing each step to solve an algebraic equation. There is room for up to six steps. This worksheet also prompts students to provide a written description of each step performed. Space at the bottom of the page allows students to plug the solution into the original equation to check their answers. This is a generic workshee

This packet guides students through translating words into numbers and symbols. This includes the following parts: Do Now Review (comparing decimal values)Think-Pair-Share activityLesson Launch (activating knowledge of order of operations and evaluating basic algebraic expressions)Mini Lesson (scaffolded charts to fill in)Guided Practice QuestionsStudent Discussion Question (2)Extension Option