Teachers will need these 3 simple but useful resources for students to practice how to solve equations simultaneously. Students will learn how to solve systems of equations with substitution as well as with the elimination method. After doing so many problems on simultaneous equations, they will be more proficient.
Furthermore, these resources are no-prep and easy to implement in your classroom.
1) Solving System of Equations Online
If you are looking for fun ways to teach systems of equations, you need to check out this.
When teaching students how to solve equations with two variables, I will start with pictorial representation. For instance, those simple logic puzzles they had played before. This way, it is easier for them to visualize and understand the concept. Furthermore, they will be able to link past knowledge with the new content.
At the beginning of the Boom™ deck, it provides examples of systems of equations being solved.
It includes 18 Boom™ Cards that will prepare students for algebraic equations using picture equations. Students can use both substitution and elimination (addition/subtraction) methods for this deck.
With a fall/autumn or Halloween theme, it is perfect if you are using it during the season.
In addition, you can use this as a supplement resource, homework, or at math centers.
2) Solving System of Equations Worksheet
Solving system of equations worksheet has 5 different sets of worksheets with 12 questions each. A total of 60 questions!
Key features
- 3 different difficulty levels of picture equations.
- 36 task cards: 3 x 12 picture equations questions.
- 2 algebraic expressions worksheets: 2 x 12 questions
- Digital Option: Easel by TpT
This resource is more rigorous than the previous resource as it also provides algebraic equations and more than 2 variables. Students will now need to be able to solve systems of equations by elimination based on abstract math.
3) Mobile Math Puzzles
Mobile math puzzles help students build the logic of balancing algebraic equations and solving systems of equations.
Students will figure out the weight of the shapes for the mobile to make the mobile balance. The thinking used in these puzzles is the same as the logic used behind solving simultaneous linear equations. Moreover, with colorful and visual shapes, students will be engaged.
There are 20 carefully thought-up questions in this resource. In addition, the cards are arranged in increasing order of difficulty.
This activity is available in 3 different versions: Boom™ Cards, Printable, and an Easel Activity version. In other words, this gives you 3 different ways to use this activity.
Great for:
- Math Centers
- Early Finisher
- Independent Work
- Homework
- Whole-Class or individual Review
There are many free practices at SolveMe Mobiles. What is so great about it is it is interactive and shows the relationship of the weights in real-time.
You can also get a printable sample of this resource in your inbox by just submitting your email below. Remember to click Mobile Balance Puzzles Printable!
Conclusion
When introducing students to systems of equations, I start with something easy and familiar. Firstly, pictorial expression with small numbers. Secondly, still using pictures, formally introduce them to the concepts of substitution and elimination. Finally, replace the picture with algebra and let them solve it algebraically.
I hope these 3 resources are useful to you. They are suitable for Grade 6 – 8 and Singapore Primary 4 to 6. Do grab these ready-made resources for your students today!
If you need some teaching strategies, check out: The Top 3 Strategies For Teaching Math In Small Groups Or Classes
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