This is an activity I just used yesterday in class. Each student gets a set of numbers, variables, and operators (see graphic). I created a power point of verbal expressions and equations. Each screen has two or three depending on the level of difficulty. The students create the algebraic expressions and equations with the cutout pieces. Traveling around the room is an easy way to see which students are having problems and which are doing fine.
Excellent Activity! Do you have a copy of the powerpoint online and a link? This sounds like a good way to transition from hands on activities to the math.
ReplyDeleteI really like this. I think I may use it with my Algebra group to give them an opportunity to expand writing expressions.
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome! We just covered this and my kids were getting tired of worksheets to practice. Thank-you for sharing!
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