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Curated OER

Using Algebra Tiles to Explore Distributive Property

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Math is fun with algebra tiles! Young mathematicians explore eight expressions involving the distributive property and use algebra tiles to expand simple expressions. The resource is perfect for both guided and independent practice.
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Algebraic Expressions—The Distributive Property

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Do your classes truly understand the distributive property? Use a demonstrative lesson to represent the distributive property in various ways. Learners solidify understanding by creating a geometric pattern for distributive...
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EngageNY

The Distributive Property and the Products of Decimals

For Students 6th Standards
Make multiplication of decimals easier by applying the distributive property. Pupils investigate how they can use the distributive property to multiply decimals. After learning the strategy, they work on some practice problems at...
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use a visual to introduce the Distributive Property. The lesson is chronologically numbered and follows a distinct plan. The class works with the teacher to complete the lesson. The plan is not written in a traditional way, but...
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 6th - 8th
MIddle schoolers use the distributive property to combine terms in six expressions. They write nine expressions in simplest form. Middle schoolers perform one mental math problem, describing how they would solve the multiplication mentally.
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7th Grade Math: Algebra (Distributive Property)

For Teachers 7th
With algebra tiles in hand 7th graders will uncover the wonders of the distributive property of multiplication. They will take a pre-test, define the distributive property, then model and practice using their tiles to solve basic...
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EngageNY

Solutions of a Linear Equation

For Teachers 8th Standards
Use the distributive property to solve equations. The sixth lesson in a 33-part series has scholars solve equations that need to be transformed into simpler equations first. Class members apply the distributive property to the equations...
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Distributive Property

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve problems using distribution. In this algebra lesson, students factor equations using the distributive property. They graph their solution on a graph.
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EngageNY

Factoring Expressions

For Teachers 6th Standards
Factor in an informative resource when teaching about factoring. The 11th lesson in a 36-part module shows pupils how to factor algebraic expressions by applying the distributive property. Some of the problems involve expressions with...
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Applying Properties to Variables

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders combine like terms in this properties of variables lesson. Using named items (stars, moons and hearts), they combine like terms using variables. They use the distributive property to combine like terms. Finally, they write...
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EngageNY

The Multiplication of Polynomials

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
If you can multiply multi-digit integers, you can multiply polynomials. Learners use an area model to compare multiplying numbers to multiplying polynomials. They progress to using the distributive property. 
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Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Learners investigate polynomials. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems dealing with multiplication of polynomials by using the distributive property and the FOIL method. Learners also describe how the...
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Multiplication Using Arrays

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Explore the concept of multiplication by using arrays. Classmates use arrays to gain a better understanding of multiplication. They break arrays apart to model the distributive property of multiplication over addition. The relationship...
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How to Use the Distributive Property of Multiplication

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders evaluate the distributive property of multiplication. In this multiplication lesson, 4th graders discover how the distributive property makes problem solving faster. Students complete several problems demonstrating their...
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Using the Distributive Property #5

For Teachers 7th - 8th
In this using the distributive property #5 worksheet, students simplify 10 algebraic expressions by using the distributive property and combining like terms.
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Multiplying Monomials by Polynomials

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this monomial worksheet, students use the distributive property to multiply monomials by polynomials. This one-page worksheet contains 15 problems, with answers.
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EngageNY

Least Common Multiple and Greatest Common Factor

For Students 6th Standards
Find the common denominator between prime factors, factor trees, and the distributive property. Scholars learn to find the least common multiple and greatest common factor of pairs of numbers. They rotate through stations to connect...
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EngageNY

Distributing Expressions

For Teachers 6th Standards
You know how to factor expressions; now it's time to go the opposite way. Scholars learn to write algebraic expressions in expanded form using the distributive property. A problem set helps them practice the skill.
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Pupils solve problems using the distributive property. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations by multiplication and combining like terms. They graph their lines on the calculator.
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Distribution Property Of Multiplication Over Addition

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders complete problems where they demonstrate their knowledge of the distributive property of multiplication. In this distributive property lesson plan, 4th graders are provided with worksheets.
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Distributive Property

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore the distributive property. In this algebra lesson plan, students are given Fruit Loops or other manipulatives and the class is divided in half. Each half of the class completes part of the equation to show that both...
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The Distributive Property

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students review how to solve problems using the Distributive Property of Mathematics. They solve problems using the paper and pencil method and then use the graphing calculator to discover the property over addition while making a visual...
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Curated OER

Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Properties

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the concept of the associative, commutative, and distributive properties. In the associative, commutative, and distributive properties lesson, students discuss real world examples of each property. Learners demonstrate...
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Simplifying both sides by using the distributive property, and then solving

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners solve linear equations using the distributive property. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve linear equations containing variable son both sides of the equal sign. They use the distributive property to simplify the equation.