Algebra at KS2

If you’re looking for interesting ways to teach algebra at year 6, this pack has the x factor.

From missing number problems, problem solving and reasoning to using algebra with measure and geometry, this pack contains a wealth of engaging and practical ideas to engage your class in all things algebraic.

What’s included?

• 17 supporting resources
• introductory activities, main teaching points, plenaries, assessment opportunities, extension ideas and home learning tasks
• includes answers
• links to the curriculum.

What’s inside?
Section 1: The algebra you know – missing number problems (pages 1-14)
Teaching ideas
Balancing act – using the equals sign
Ancient algebra
Algebra loop game

Section 2: Problem solving and reasoning with algebra (pages 15-27)
Teaching ideas
Shape equations – reasoning in algebra
Money problems – using algebra
Make friends with algebra
Problems, problems

Section 3: Using algebra with measure (pages 28-35)
Teaching ideas
Calculating perimeter using algebra
Calculating area and volume using algebra
Measurement mission
Find the formula – a study in area

Section 4: Using algebra with geometry (pages 36-50)
Teaching ideas
Pizza puzzle
What’s your angle? – formula fun
Quadrants quandary

Section 5: Taking algebra further (pages 51-53)
Teaching ideas
The value of x – a matching game
That’s what I said! – equivalent equations
The letter of the law – applying algebra

Section 6: Answers