Balance Math Teaches Algebra Workbook - Sharpening Critical Thinking & Algebraic Reasoning Skills (Grades 4-12)

Balance Math Teaches Algebra Workbook - Sharpening Critical Thinking & Algebraic Reasoning Skills (Grades 4-12)

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. <em>Balance Math™ Teaches Algebra!</em> is designed to move from simple to complex, with lessons scaffolding on earlier learning. Teaching suggestions and solutions are included.<br /><br /> The following concepts are taught:<br /><br />     • Equations<br />     • Word Problems<br />     • Commutative Property<br />     • Distributive Property<br />     • Associative Property<br />     • Substitution Property of Equality and Inequality<br />     • Addition Property of Equality and Inequality<br />     • Subtraction Property of Equality and Inequality<br />     • Multiplication Property of Equality and Inequality<br />     • Division Property of Equality and Inequality