The cover-up method is well worth teaching as it helps with many areas of linear equations. No rearranging to y = mx + c required so eliminating errors Allows solving of equations in the form ax + by + c = d Allows plotting of graphs in the form ax + by + c = d Find the gradient between two points to avoid rearranging OR as a double check Questions designed for a four quadrant grid -6>x>6 and -7>y>7

Plotting 4 straight line graphs using a table of values, horizontal line, multiple and negative coefficients of x with the final equation requiring rearrangement or cover up method.

DEC2020 Update Corrections made and redesigned 4 coordinate grids with different scales for students to read off. Originally used as a starter for a lesson on scales etc.

16 playing cards with pairs of equivalent fractions. Used them as a memory game (turning two over at a time and seeing if they matched) but could also be used as snap or similar. First page cards, second page backing of cards if printed double sided.

A card sort including both exact form and to 1 decimal place. Match each circle with its accompanying area and circumference. Both radius and diameter examples included.