When I plan my equations of lines unit, I typically think about it in three distinct "sections". I consider the first part of unit the "introduction" section. This is the time I review slope, talk about slope-intercept form, and briefly introduce the different forms of a line. The other two parts of the unit are writing equations of lines and graphing equations of lines. I typically teach students how to graph equations of lines before we write equations.
Introducing Equations of Lines
Slope Interactive Notebook Pages - These interactive notebook pages are FUN. My students always love all the activities.
Introducing Linear Equations Interactive Notebook Pages - This blog post is a great starting place for your unit! There are links to free foldables too.
Slope-Intercept Form of a Line Interactive Notebook Pages - These interactive notebook pages are great for introducing slope and helping students interpret the meaning of slope and y-intercept.
Interpreting Slope and Y-Intercept Stations Maze - Every student needs to do this stations maze! I have found that by doing this activity BEFORE we work on word problems has a huge payoff.
Slope (Math Video) - This fun little video helps students remember slope.
Slope Fun! - This blog post has a great list of activities for teaching slope.
Graphing Equations of Lines
Graphing Vertical and Horizontal Lines Interactive Notebook Pages - This sweet little booklet is a quick way to help students practice graphing lines. The foldable for HOY VUX is SO HELPFUL for students too.
Graphing Grass Linear Equations Project - Do you want to do a super cool project? If you're in the mood to do something a little different, this graphing project is perfect for your class!
Stained Glass Graphing Linear Equations Project - In this stained glass project, students are given equations that they graph and color.
Graph the Line - If you have computers available in your classroom, this GeoGebra activity is fun. Students are given an equation and they have to graph it.
Graphs of Linear Functions - Name that Function - In this activity, students match graphs with the information about the equation of the line.
Graph! (Rap Video) - This YouTube video is a funny explanation about how to graph a line. It would be a fun video to play during a few free minutes in class.
Graphing Lines Coloring Activity - This fun coloring activity that can even fit in an interactive notebook.
Linear Equation Gift Tag Match Up - Students match the graph to the equation in this activity.
Writing Equations of Lines
Teaching Writing Equations of Lines - This blog post has a great explanation about teaching writing equations of lines. It goes step by step explaining how to explain everything to students.
Writing Linear Equations Discovery Based Lesson - If you're going to have a sub, this is the perfect activity to leave for your students. They can still make progress, but they will be able to work independently.
Equations of Lines Interactive Notebook Pages - These interactive notebook pages are perfect for helping students practice writing equations in multiple forms.
Linear Equations Card Sort - This card sort has students match the standard form, slope, y-intercept, and two points that are on the line.
Equations of Lines - Which is Largest? - This game show style game has the potential to become hilarious. Students are given different traits of lines and they have to determine which line has the largest slope or y-intercept.
Writing Equations of Lines Stations Maze - This stations maze is a fun way to get students moving around while still practicing math.
Writing the Equation of a Line Given Both Intercepts - In this GeoGebra activity, students are given two points and must write the equation of the line in slope-intercept form.
Linear Equations Math Pennant Activity - With this pennant you can have students practice and decorate your classroom at the same time.
Equation Writing: A Frosty Relay - This relay race is a fun way to have students practice writing equations of lines.
Writing Linear Equations Task Cards - Students can practice writing equations of lines with these task cards. You can check out some ways to use these task cards here.
I hope you have found some great ideas for your Equations of Lines unit in Algebra! It's such a fun unit to teach!
