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 Math® 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