Introduction to Algebra Study Guide | Variables, Expressions & Simple Equations | Years 5-7

Give your students in Years 5 to 7 a clear, confident foundation in algebra with this beautifully structured study guide — covering variables, expressions, and simple equations.

This ready-to-use study guide gives students everything they need to understand the foundations of algebra — from what a variable is, to writing and solving equations, to tackling word problems with confidence.

The guide includes a visual variable reference table, a clear explanation of expressions versus equations, key operations with variables, step-by-step equation solving for addition, subtraction and multiplication, a 4-step word problem strategy, a quick-glance key terms reference card, and 6 practice problems with a full answer key.

Perfect for classroom instruction and display, student revision and test preparation, tutoring sessions, parent support at home, and international classrooms — the content uses no curriculum-specific material and is universally applicable.

Three formats are included: a colour PDF ready to print, a printer-friendly black and white PDF ideal for class sets, and an editable DOCX so you can customise it for your students.

Printing tip: for the black and white version, select Print in Greyscale or Black ink only in your printer driver settings. This ensures only your black cartridge is used.

Part of the Open Latitude algebra series — quality study materials designed to work in any classroom, anywhere in the world.

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