Matching Math Eggs (algebraic equations)

Lesson Overview

Students will use plastic eggs to match algebraic equations and their corresponding solutions.

Duration

Less than 1 hour

Lesson Type

Traditional Lesson

Essential Question

How can we solve multistep equations by applying the appropriate algebraic techniques, including combining like terms, distributing, and isolating variables?

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9, 10, 11, 12

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- Algebra

Materials: 4 dozen plastic eggs

Preparation: With a permanent marker, record equations on the tops of eggs and solutions on the bottoms of eggs. (equations and solutions provided via the worksheet linked in the resources section). Separate the tops from the bottoms of the eggs.

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Standards

A1.PAFR Patterns, Algebra, and Functional Reasoning
- A1.PAFR.1 Transform and/or solve equations and expressions in one variable that model real-world and mathematical situations, interpret the solutions, and determine whether they are reasonable

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