Combining Like Terms Game Simplify Linear Expressions Center for 7th Grade Math

• Directions Page for Students
• Teacher Tips for How to Use
• Simplify Linear Expressions Board Game
• 20 Question Cards
• Recording Sheet for Student Accountability
• Answer Key

• Math Centers or Stations 
• Whole Group Practice
• Morning Work 
• Early Finisher Activities  
• Substitutes 
• Send home to engage students’ families

• Read the directions to the students and model how to play. 
• Be prepared with dice/spinner and game pieces for each player (paperclips, pencil top erasers, pieces from another game, etc.) 
• Every student should solve every problem – not just the person who rolls.
• Create groups of 2-4 students. The lower number of students means the more focused students are while playing.
• Remind students that the focus is not playing the game but that’s just an added bonus! The focus should be on practicing math skills. 
• Show students how to compare and discuss answers. Did you both get the same answer? If students get different answers, ask them to solve the problem using a different strategy or help coach each other through the problem. 

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