Primary maths: Algebra

Comprehensive collection of KS2 algebra classroom activities, lesson ideas and games to explore this topic with Year 6 classes

Tes Resources Team

Algebraic Equation On The Blackboard When Teaching KS2 Year 6 Pupils Algebra

Break down these tricky concepts and build learners' confidence with help from this collection of amazing algebra activities

It's no surprise that the introduction of letters into a maths lesson can be unnerving for pupils. As you start to introduce learners to a dominant secondary maths topic, ensure you take the time to explain the ideas clearly in an approachable way. From easy-to-use lessons through to fun games and puzzles, check out some of these great ideas from the Tes community.

Lessons

Year 6 - Algebra - Formulae - White Rose Maths
mrkeechsclassroom

Year 6 - Algebra - Formulae - White Rose Maths

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Carefully crafted teaching presentation with everything you need to teach this small step of White Rose Maths Year 6 Spring Block 3 Algebra Unit. This presentation follows the mastery approach of concrete, pictorial and abstract, whilst implementing all aspects of Rosenshine's principles of instruct...
Introduction to Algebra Powerpoint
Mrs McL Teaches

Introduction to Algebra Powerpoint

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This resource introduces learners to basic equations. It then progresses to solving equations which involve mulitplication of a variable e.g. 2x = 20 so x = 10. It then progresses to solving two step equations by using the balancing strategy. For each topic covered the Powerpoint has a few quick ...
Use simple formulae
PrimaryPros

Use simple formulae

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_**Please find within this download:**_ A detailed and engaging PowerPoint, Differentiated (SEN, LA, MA, HA, Mastery and Greater Depth) Worksheet with Answer Sheet for a complete lesson on this Year 6 algebra statement: use simple formulae. _**The PowerPoint has the following features:**_ ...
Year 6 Algebra - Formulae Lesson
krisgreg30

Year 6 Algebra - Formulae Lesson

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A fully resourced algebra lesson for being able to create or identify the appropriate formula/ formulae for different patterns and information, as well as being able to calculate based on given formulas in Year 6 based on the objective from White Rose Maths. Included in the resource is: * A lesson...

Activities and worksheets

Algebra: Cross it Off Game (Differentiated)
PropellerEducation

Algebra: Cross it Off Game (Differentiated)

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Cross it Off is a game that requires players to solve the equations that they land on and place a counter on the answer. This pack contains the game differentiated 3 ways for varying levels of difficulty, as well as a blank editable template that you can customise to make the game your own. Each k...
Algebra Powerpoint Game by Arithmetickx
reksum

Algebra Powerpoint Game by Arithmetickx

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A fun, interactive PPT game designed to help develop children's knowledge and understanding of algebra. This game is suitable for Year 5 and beyond. All Arithmetickx games incorporate 10 questions which increase in difficulty as the games progress. The games include problem solving and reasoning que...
Algebra Card Match. Sequences. Algebra. Game.
tafkam

Algebra Card Match. Sequences. Algebra. Game.

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A useful introduction to sequences in algebra, this card match activity makes a good lesson to get all students involved. Six sets of input/output pairs must be matched, and then a missing value found. This allows an easy way in to looking at the difference method for finding algebraic expressions a...
Algebra Fortune Teller Activities
NumberLoving Sharon

Algebra Fortune Teller Activities

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Algebra Ten Review Fortune Tellers This purchase includes ten different fortune tellers (cootie catchers) each differentiated. The ten algebra topics included are; 1. Simplifying expressions 2. Evaluation/substitution 3. Expansion of term over a bracket 4. Solving 1&2 step equations 5. Mix of ...
Beginning Algebra
WeRLearning

Beginning Algebra

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15 addition and subtraction questions in algebraic equation format. Ideal for pupils just starting to learn and understand basic algebra. Also ideal for practicing inverse operations. Answer sheet included.