A simple nine slides for an introduction to like terms and collecting like terms aimed at a year 7 class. The starter activity aims to establish whether students have prerequisite vocabulary to tackle the lesson and if not is a perfect opportunity to fill gaps. The lesson also has simple notes in the notes section as to what the teacher envisioned should take place. For example, “this is a whiteboard activity”, this “should be explained further”. There is a blank side aimed at quiet class work for students to work solo for 15 minutes. Worksheet can be found separately as part of my resources.

Collecting Like Terms Worksheet with Answers (KS3/GCSE Foundation) Help students build confidence in simplifying algebraic expressions with this clear and engaging Collecting Like Terms worksheet. Designed for KS3 and GCSE Foundation learners, this resource provides a variety of questions that gradually increase in difficulty, allowing students to practise combining like terms accurately. The worksheet includes: Progressive practice questions A mix of straightforward and multi-step algebraic expressions Clear layout suitable for independent work, homework or classroom use Complete answer sheet for quick and easy marking Perfect for: KS3 Maths GCSE Foundation revision Starter or plenary activities Homework Intervention sessions Private tutoring This printable resource is ideal for reinforcing key algebra skills and developing fluency in collecting like terms. Answers are included for teacher convenience.