How many lessons are in hands-on equations?

How many lessons are in hands-on equations?

It is a step-by-step visual guide to Hands-On Equations. Each of the 26 lessons is demonstrated by Dr. Borenson, Molly Richman, or Eric Borenson.

How do you teach solving equations in a fun way?

The List:

1. Solving Multi-Step Equations Mazes (Printable & Digital)
2. Gallery Walk Variables on Both Sides.
3. Target Game with Task Cards.
4. Whiteboarding with Worksheets.
5. Interactive Balance Model.
6. Multi-Step Equations Skill Jeopardy.
7. Bingo.
8. Shmoop Video.

What is a hands-on Equation kit?

The Hands-On Equations Learning System is a manipulatives-based instructional system that provides young children with an introduction to algebraic linear equations. The program can be used with a gifted child as early as the first grade, and with an average child as early as the third grade.

What grade do you learn to solve equations?

Algebra is the culmination of most elementary & middle school math programs. Typically, algebra is taught to strong math students in 8th and to mainstream students in 9th. In fact, some students are ready for algebra earlier.

How do you teach equations?

Helpful Tips

1. Draw a line to separate the two sides of the equation.
2. Do Undo Line – this is another strategy that can help students.
3. Color-coding to help with combining like terms.
4. Making sure to actually say (and make students say), “2 times x equals 5” as opposed to “2x = 5.”

What is the white pawn in hands on equations?

The notation used for the white pawn is that of an x with a crossbar through it. It has the name of “star” since it looks like a star. Later on in the program the students learn to recognize “(-x)” as another name for star. In Level 2 students learn to solve equations such as 4x+(-x)+1=2x+5 and 2x-(-x)=12.