This resource introduces learners to basic equations. It then progresses to solving equations which involve mulitplication of a variable e.g. 2x = 20 so x = 10.
It then progresses to solving two step equations by using the balancing strategy.
For each topic covered the Powerpoint has a few quick questions and links to games that can be played on an IWB with learners.
This 10QQ is ideal as a recap or a check of prior learning.
Includes a bell task with animated answers to help settle learners into the lesson first.
The questions are all on timers. Follows the same format as my revision 10QQ
Includes basic simplifying a collection of letters through to collecting like terms with square numbers.
At the end there are examples and questions of each type which can be used as a review.
PowerPoint and Slides lesson involving an introduction to algebra and algebraic notation including writing expressions from diagrams.
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Sheets on expanding brackets, finding the rule ,converting fractions/decimals/percentage and operations with decimals and fractions. Good drill and quiz sheets.
This lesson explores how the value of an expression changes depending on the specific number assigned to the variable through substitution - perfect to guide your students toward mastering algebraic evaluation through clear explanations, thought-provoking challenges, and engaging activities!
Knowledge and Skills Covered:
Knowledge:
I know that an expression is a mathematical phrase. In this lesson, we focus on understanding that the expression itself stays the same even when the number we plug into it changes.
Skills:
I can substitute numerical values into a formula to find a solution. In this lesson, we focus on replacing the variables in our expressions with different numbers to calculate various outputs.
What’s Included?
Your download includes everything you need for a successful lesson:
Unit Overview Notes: Outlines the knowledge, skills, and pre-requisites for the entire unit. This lesson is part of a 6 lesson unit, exploring ‘Can we use symbols and patterns to predict the unknown?’
Detailed Lesson Walkthrough/Notes: Includes a step-by-step guide with guiding questions and key discussion points.
Guiding Questions: Great opportunities for AfL throughout your lesson, designed to help your students draw on their previous learning and make purposeful connections.
Lesson Slides: Engaging slides to guide your lesson.
Lesson Activities: Includes accessible, low-floor high ceiling activities that all students can access through adaptive teaching, leading to improved confidence. There are also opportunities embedded in the lesson for further challenge to extend learners further and outlined strategies to enable learners.
Exit Ticket: A purposeful closing task which allows students to demonstrate their understanding, skills and knowledge - a great opportunity for AfL.
This download provides both the Editable PPT Version and the PDF Version.
Terms of Use: This product should only be used by the teacher who purchased it. This product is not to be shared with other teachers.
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This algebra worksheet helps children to practise substituting, writing algebraic expressions and solve equations in algebra. It is suitable for children in Year 5, Year 6 and Year 7.
It would also make a really great homework activity.
Lesson objective: To form expressions and use simple formulae
In this lesson, students will learn the difference between expressions, formulae and equations. They will learn to express number calculations algebraically and will complete a range of problems which require them to do this in practice.
3 levels of differentiation are provided in the worksheet as well as the answers.
Duration: 1 hour
This is an engaging lesson which comes with an interactive power point presentation and all corresponding activity worksheets. It is designed for Year 6 but could easily be modified to suit lower KS2 and KS3.
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A worksheet on factorising algebraic expressions using the method of grouping.
The first exercise is on factoring algebraic expressions by taking the highest common factor of their terms and the remaining exercises are on factoring by grouping. Detailed solutions are included.
Are you looking for a comprehensive, no-prep algebra booklet to help your students master factorising polynomials? This 10-page resource features 40 structured practice questions ranging from basic Greatest Common Factor (GCF) to advanced factorising by grouping and expression evaluation, complete with a full step-by-step master answer key.
Save hours of planning time with this complete Factorising by Grouping and GCF Practice Booklet! Tailored specifically for Secondary Mathematics students across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and GCSE preparation, this multi-page resource systematically guides learners through the core methods of polynomial factorisation.
Whether you need a reliable homework assignment, an independent revision guide, targeted exam preparation, or a quick emergency cover lesson, this print-and-go resource has you covered.
What is Included in this Booklet?
• Page 1: GCF Introduction – 12 foundational questions focusing on factorising out the Greatest Common Factor from linear and quadratic expressions.
• Page 2: Binomial GCF Grouping – 10 problems that transition students into recognizing binomial common factors, including tricky sign-switching questions.
• Pages 3 & 4: Four-Term Polynomial Grouping – 18 intermediate to advanced expressions where students group terms to factorise completely.
• Page 5: Evaluating Factored Expressions – 6 higher-order thinking extension questions where students must first factorise the expression and then substitute given values to solve.
• Pages 6–10: Full Master Solutions – Every single page features a matching, completely worked-out solution sheet to make marking a breeze or allow for student self-assessment.
Perfect For:
• KS3 Extension, KS4 Core, and GCSE Mathematics classes
• Remedial math groups and targeted intervention
• Homework tasks, weekly quizzes, or structured classwork
• Independent study and exam revision packs
Topic Keywords Covered:
Factorising by grouping, greatest common factor (GCF), algebraic expressions, factorising polynomials, quadratic brackets, algebra expansion, GCSE Maths revision.
Ready to become math detectives as we dive into the exciting world of function machines! These amazing mathematical tools will help you discover patterns, solve puzzles, and see how algebra comes alive through step-by-step transformations.
A fully resourced algebra lesson for being able to find the correct expression or equation that matches a problem, or to be able to create an equation based on a given model or problem (e.g. 2 lots of n and 5 = 17 so 2n + 5 = 17) in Year 6 based on the objective from White Rose Maths.
Included in the resource is:
A lesson PowerPoint with starter, vocabulary, modelling (with teacher notes) and guided practice
Lesson plan
Worksheet with answer sheet
Scaffolded worksheet with answer sheet
Modified worksheet for those who need additional changes to access the learning with answers
Challenge tasks
Support strips that can be stuck in books
Everything is included that could be needed to run the lesson successfully, with each resource carefully considered in ensuring accessibility for all as well as ensuring there are plenty of opportunities for challenge to provide depth of understanding.
Getting students to understand that letters in equations are simply unknown numbers is the first step to successfully teaching algebra, without them stressing too much.
A three level differentiated activity to practise algebraic substitution which includes practice of negative numbers and BIDMAS. Suitable for Y6 and above.
Editable Word document and PDF document.
Answers are included on second page.
A bundle of fully resourced algebra lessons based on the Year 6 White Rose maths unit for algebra with 10 fully planned and resourced lessons included
Included are lessons for:
Lesson 1 - 1-step function machines
Lesson 2 - 2-step function machines
Lesson 3 - Form expressions
Lesson 4 - Substitution
Lesson 5 - Formulae/ Formula
Lesson 6 - Form equations
Lesson 7 - Solve 1-step equations
Lesson 8 - Solve 2-step equations
Lesson 9 - Find pairs of values
Lesson 10 - Solve problems with two unknowns
All lessons include:
A lesson PowerPoint with starter, vocabulary, modelling (with teacher notes) and guided practice
Lesson plan
Worksheet with answer sheet
Scaffolded worksheet with answer sheet
Modified worksheet for those who need additional changes to access the learning with answers
Challenge tasks
Support strips that can be stuck in books
Everything is included that could be needed to run the lesson successfully, with each resource carefully considered in ensuring accessibility for all as well as ensuring there are plenty of opportunities for challenge to provide depth of understanding.
**Solving equations to find the missing letters of the alphabet! **
Suitable for the Algebra topic for KS2 children who need a challenge!
Page 1 in the format ‘2x + 3 = 11’
Page 2 is tricker and involves division with algebra.
Could be split in half, with one half of the class on Page 1 and the other on page 2, then coming together at the end to reveal the whole alphabet. I also used this one-on-one with a tutee.
ANSWERS INCLUDED
For Printed and Interactive Use!
Helpful comments embedded.
Perfect for teachers and tutors.
Dyselxia-friendly!
Sans serif font.
Font size 12 minimum
Clear spacing
A fun way to solve algebra equations for children who are excelling with algebra. I actually used this with a Year 3 tutee (!) but this was very unusual. I would recommend it for Y4 and above definitely. Suitable for Y6 and even Y7 as a fun starter.
Page 1 requires knowledge of solving 2-step algebra equations.
Page 2 requires knowledge of dividing 3 digit numbers by 10 and using division in algebra.
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Whole lesson on Algebra. Includes rules of algebra as an introduction and questions involving algebraic powers. Used for lesson observation and was graded outstanding. Includes a problem solving plenary.
Just some notes on what algebra is and a few pointers to help students. Contains tips on how to solve simple equations such as a - 3 = 5 and how to simply expressions by putting 'like' terms together.