Expanding Algebraic Expressions Worksheet

Help students master expanding brackets with this ready-to-print Expanding Algebraic Expressions worksheet. It follows naturally after collecting like terms and simplifying, and is ideal for KS3 / Grades 6–9 (ages 11–14).

What’s included

30 carefully graded questions across 3 levels:
Level 1 – Easy (10): e.g. 3(x + 4), 5(x − 2), x(x + 4)
Level 2 – Medium (10): e.g. 5(2x − 3), −2(x + 6), −(3x − 8), two variables and x² terms
Level 3 – Challenge (10): e.g. 4(3x − 2) + 5, 5(2x + 1) − 3(x + 4): expand, then simplify
Professional cover page
Student instructions with worked examples, sign rules and a self-check method
Full answer key with step-by-step working
Common-mistakes checklist for teachers
Thank You + Review page
Terms of Use

Why teachers love it

No prep: print and go
Black-and-white friendly, A4 print-ready PDF
Perfect for classwork, homework, revision, starters, plenaries and cover lessons
Clear progression from routine practice to challenge