Balance Math Teaches Algebra!

This 64-page book of mind-building algebraic thinking puzzles makes understanding equations and solving word problems easy and fun! Introducing algebra through balanced scales is a natural and exciting way to conceptually master fundamental algebraic ideas. The book's visually-simple approach engages students intuitively in step-by-step thinking. The puzzle-like problems ensure students are cognitively involved while they hone their techniques of simplifying, substituting, and writing proofs to solve simultaneous equations. Balance Mathâ„¢ Teaches Algebra! is designed to move from simple to complex, with lessons scaffolding on earlier learning. Teaching suggestions and solutions are included.

The following concepts are taught:

    • Equations
    • Word Problems
    • Commutative Property
    • Distributive Property
    • Associative Property
    • Substitution Property of Equality and Inequality
    • Addition Property of Equality and Inequality
    • Subtraction Property of Equality and Inequality
    • Multiplication Property of Equality and Inequality
    • Division Property of Equality and Inequality