Middle School Order of Operations Games

LESSON: ONE_STEP EQUATIONS PUZZLE GAME

GRADE LEVEL: MIDDLE SCHOOL

TIME FRAME: 1 HOUR

OBJECTIVE:

o The learner will work to solve one-step equations with rational numbers.

o The learner will solve equations that include decimals fractions, to solve for x.

MATERIALS:

o Scissors

o Zip lock bags

o Construction paper and glue

o Optional: lamination for storage and reuse. If you choose this, construction paper and glue will not be needed, as they will not glue the pieces to construction paper.

o Print out of puzzle for the instructor as an answer sheet.

PREPARATION:

Students will be working in pairs to complete the equations puzzle, which requires students to solve one-step equations with rational number. Place students in teams of two. Duplicate enough copies for each team to have one puzzle. Cut out the puzzle pieces and place them into a Ziplock bag.

Optional: You may laminate the puzzle pieces for reuse if you choose to keep the pieces to use one year to the next. However, you will not need construction paper and glue if lamination is chosen.

INTRODUCTION: (20 minutes)

Ask students what constitutes an equation.

Answer: An equation says that two things are equal, and may contain two or more

variables.

Ask students what constitute a rational number.

Answer: A number that you can put into fraction such a decimal, fraction, percent or

whole number.

Review how to work through a one-step equation using the following equations:

• 5x=80 Answer (16)

• x+-20=17 Answer: (37)

• x-(-10)=-10 Answer: (-20)

• x-4 1/3=2 2/3 Answer: (7)

HELPFUL VIDEO: (10 minutes)

Helpful Youtube video links included.

TEAM ACTIVITY: (30 minutes)

Provide each team with a puzzle in a Ziplock bag. Provide students 15-30 minutes to solve the equations and place the puzzle together. You may even encourage a competition to see which groups can complete the puzzle first providing prizes to first place, second place, and third place. Once they have the puzzle completed, have them glue it to a piece of construction paper if you have not chosen to laminate the game pieces for reuse.

CLOSURE / EVALUATION: (20 minutes)

Using an overhead projector or smart board projector that will display the puzzle pieces, work with the class to solve the puzzle. Students will check their answers.

ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY/HOMEWORK

Give students a blank chart and allow them to create a puzzle for that they can give to another group/student to complete. Make sure the student keeps a copy of the puzzle to act as the answer sheet.

TEACHER’S ANSWER SHEET

Each puzzle has the answers in itself before being cut into puzzle pieces. The equations on the outer edges of the puzzle will not have answers to match. This makes the puzzle more challenging

Disclaimer:

One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

This pack contains FIVE different printable card games at discount. High quality, professionally designed pages of learning material put together by a successful Home Tutor and professional Graphic Designer.

The pack contains the following games:

• Rearranging Race | card game to practice rearranging equations

• Operations Rummy | advanced card game to practice the order of operations

• Calculation Switch! | card game for the practice of spontaneous positive integer calculation

• Negative Switch! | card game for the practice of negative and positive integer calculation

• Fraction Fishing & Solitaire | card game to practice the recognition of equivalent fractions

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Order of Operations Activities & Centers made simple! This 5.OA.1 order of operations bundle includes four engaging activities designed to reinforce order of operations, making it a perfect fit for any 5th-grade math classroom.

Bundle Contents:

• Dominoes: A fun way for students to practice order of operations by matching problems with their correct solutions.
• Secret Word Activity: Students solve order of operations problems to uncover a hidden word, adding a layer of excitement and problem solving to practice.
• Puzzles: Students piece together puzzles while mastering order of operations, providing a hands-on and visual approach to the concept.
• Task Cards: These cards provide a variety problems that students can work on independently or in small groups, offering a versatile order of operations activity.

Key Features:

• Standards-Aligned: This bundle directly supports 5.OA.1, with a focus on order of operations.

• Engaging and Interactive: Each activity keeps students involved, making learning order of operations both enjoyable and effective.

• Versatile Use: Ideal for math centers, whole-class activities, or small group work, this bundle offers flexibility for various classroom settings.

• Perfect for Review: These activities reinforce 5th-grade order of operations concepts and help prepare students for assessments.

While this is a great resource for any order of operations unit, it is part of a larger TeachShare unit that completely covers 5th grade standard 5.OA.1! You may also be interested in:

• 5.OA.1 Lesson and Guided Notes
• 5.OA.1 Practice Worksheets
• 5.OA.1 Review/Assessment (Coming Soon)

Be sure to follow my store as I will be adding more math resources weekly until I have units for every 5th Grade math standard!

These KaBoom cards are a fun way to practice key arithmetic skills, with differentiation built in. Players choose whether they want to choose an easier question (red), but will receive less points for their correct answer, or risk a more challenging question (green) and gain greater rewards.

Packs included are

- Order of Operations

- Times Tables

- Multiplying and Dividing

- Factors and Multiples

- Addition and Subtraction

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Play as a whole class in teams, or print multiple copies to play in small groups around the table. If students get the answer incorrect, or they need some help, you as the teacher decides whether you will allow them another guess or not. Questions answered incorrectly go in the ‘house’ pile, along with any cards lost in a KaBoom. At the end of the game, add up the ‘house’ pile. The winner is the player or team with the highest points (including any shield cards that have been unused). The house can win.

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Full instructions are included as are answers.