Solving one step equations, anchor chart

by Lauren Kubin

This anchor chart provides a visual representation of the steps involved in solving multi-step equations with variables on both sides. It can be used as a reference for students as they work through these types of equations. Image: An anchor chart with the following steps: 1. Isolate the variable term. 2. Subtract the like terms. 3. Divide both sides by the coefficient of the variable. Call to action: Download the anchor chart

Here is our current target. This will stay up until we have mastered addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division equations. To get everyone ready to solve equations we began by working some very simple number sentence problems like: Students were quick to tell me the answer was 4. I then asked them to explain why the answer was 4 and to be able to tell how they figured this out. Here are their answers I counted up from 5 to 9 I subtracted 9 - 5 All perfect answers. I explained that the…

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I have previously blogged about My Color-coded Guided Notes and how much the students love them because they help them see the connections within the concepts. Example of My Students' Guided Notes: Along with color-coding in the students' guided notes, I also create color-coded input wall charts. I coordinate the color-coding to match the students' notebooks. The students find my color-coded input charts really helpful as a quick resource when they are doing their Worthwhile Wednesday…

Algebra Inequalities Math Anchor Chart ready for tomorrow! Let's go! 💜💜

Can I say that I am a little obsessed with my One-Step Equations Booklet ?! I absolutely love colors, and I made sure to make my booklet po...

This phone was a great addition to our interactive notebooks and helped students remember the steps for solving equations. When you pass them out, be prepared for students to put them to their ear and actually try to make a call - oh teenagers! I have included two versions, the simple one shown above and one that gives the details of each step. I love sending students back to this page when they need a reminder later in the school year or when we do multi-step inequalities. Download pdf of…

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