This isn’t just another “word problem.” It’s a real-world Algebra 1 project that turns your students into landscape designers on a budget. Instead of asking… Read More »The Best Inequalities Project to Bring Algebra 1 to Life
Solving multi-step equations is a foundational skill in Algebra 1, and it’s one of those concepts students revisit year after year. But if your go-to… Read More »11 Engaging Solving Multi-Step Equations Math Activities
The first week of school activities in your 8th grade math class set the tone for the entire year. It’s your chance to review foundational… Read More »5 First Week of School Activities for 8th Grade Math
Traditional study guides often fall flat. Yes, they can help students organize what they’ve learned, but they’re not always the best tool for helping your… Read More »6 Review Activities to Help Students Study for a Math Test
The first week of school for Algebra 1 sets the stage for the entire academic year, laying the groundwork for success and engagement. It’s crucial… Read More »10 Simple First Week of School Activities for Algebra 1
Summer is the perfect time to reinforce critical concepts from 6th and 7th grade that students will need to succeed in 8th grade math. Without… Read More »9 Summer Math Review Activities to Help Your Students Transition from 7th to 8th Grade
Do you want your students to actually understand transformations rather than just following the steps? You’ll need to do more than just assign a function… Read More »How to Level Up Your Function Transformations Worksheet for Algebra 2
Math tests are an easy way to get valuable information about a student’s study skills and foundational knowledge, but they don’t always show the whole… Read More »8 Middle School Math Projects to Replace Boring Math Tests
It’s easy to get caught up in basic worksheets and plug and chug assignments for teaching systems of equations in your Algebra 1 classroom. However,… Read More »Systems of Equations Activities Your Algebra 1 Classroom Needs
Math writing prompts are a great way to encourage students to think critically about mathematics and to develop their communication skills. They can also be… Read More »10 Types of Questions To Use as Math Writing Prompts for Secondary Math Teachers
Just because Christmas is over it doesn’t mean winter isn’t still in full force (at least for this New England native)! I’ve collaborated with middle… Read More »6 Must Have Middle School Winter Math Activities 7th and 8th Grade
Winter themed math activities aren’t just for elementary school students. Middle and high schoolers can’t resist a good Christmas-y color by number or self-checking digital… Read More »7 Winter Math Activities for Algebra 1 That Will Keep Your Students Engaged