A complete 10 lesson series on basic algebra skills (Over 100 slides !). Lesson has been used for GCSE foundation students as well as introducing k pupils to algebra. All lessons start with a review section which recaps key skills, followed by carefully selected examples to be modeled by the teacher. Practice sections are differentiated into support, core and challenge with answers provided for all lessons. Worksheets are also included. Lesson 1: Operations with negative numbers Lesson 2: Collecting like terms Lesson 3: Constructing and using Formulae Lesson 4: Substituting into formulae Lesson 5: Solving simple equations (one-step) Lesson 6: Solving two-step equations Lesson 7: Solving equations with unknowns on both sides Lesson 8: Substitution (again) Lesson 9: Forming and solving equations Lesson 10: Changing the subject Feedback is appreciated :)

A lesson on adding and subtracting negative numbers complete with an animated PowerPoint a a carefully designed differentiated worksheet. The PowerPoint consists of a mixed review starter and then introduces the concept of adding and subtracting negative through the temperature in the classroom. e.g. Adding cold air will make the room feel colder (so more negative). The PowerPoint also includes additional questions at select points to check students understanding before moving onto independent practice (Worksheet).

2 complete lessons on written division methods. 1st lesson is on dividing by integers . Single digits . Carrying beyond the decimal point . Dividing by double digits 2nd lesson is on dividing by decimals through developing understanding of multiplying both parts by powers of 10 Both lessons develop fluency and problem solving Answers are provided Lessons have been designed for KS3 but could be used for KS2 and GCSE Feedback is appreciated