Balancing Equations Math Centers Math Tiles

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Grade Levels

4th - 6th, Homeschool

Subjects

Algebra, Applied Math, Problem Solving

Resource Type

Task Cards, Centers

Standards

CCSS4.OA.A.1

CCSS4.OA.A.3

CCSS5.OA.A.2

CCSS6.EE.A.2

CCSS6.EE.A.3

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35 pages

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I’ve used these tile tasks in small group, whole group and as a center. The students like the tiles and the activity is a great way to mix it up. This particular set is challenging for my fourth graders. It’s more of an enrichment activity.

— Kelly F.

Rated 5 out of 5

Using number tiles is a great way to challenge my students. The variety of puzzles (30) is so great! The "hands on" aspect of the practice is just what the kids need!

— Pamela M.

Rated 5 out of 5

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Time to Tile: Balancing Equations is a hands-on activity that takes students’ thinking beyond procedures and rote memorization. This engaging resource activates critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while developing algebraic thinking. Students must place 10 number tiles (0-9) on the Time to Tile cards in order to correctly balance the equations.

This resource is now provided in printable and digital formats (Google Slides).

This resource includes:

•30 different Time to Tile cards

•An “Answer Recording Sheet,” where students can record their answers so they can be corrected later. This allows the resource to be used as a perfect independent or center activity.

•Answer keys

•Management and organization tips for successfully implementing Time to Tile in your classroom.

✏️For more math tile activities, click here.

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Time to Tile: Adding and Subtracting

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Time to Tile: Multi-Digit Multiplication

Time to Tile: Function Tables

Time to Tile: Long Division

Time to Tile: Area and Perimeter

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35 pages

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Teaching Duration

1 month

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Standards

to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).

CCSS4.OA.A.1

Interpret a multiplication equation as a comparison, e.g., interpret 35 = 5 × 7 as a statement that 35 is 5 times as many as 7 and 7 times as many as 5. Represent verbal statements of multiplicative comparisons as multiplication equations.

CCSS4.OA.A.3

Solve multistep word problems posed with whole numbers and having whole-number answers using the four operations, including problems in which remainders must be interpreted. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding.

CCSS5.OA.A.2

Write simple expressions that record calculations with numbers, and interpret numerical expressions without evaluating them. For example, express the calculation “add 8 and 7, then multiply by 2” as 2 × (8 + 7). Recognize that 3 × (18932 + 921) is three times as large as 18932 + 921, without having to calculate the indicated sum or product.

CCSS6.EE.A.2

Write, read, and evaluate expressions in which letters stand for numbers.

CCSS6.EE.A.3

Apply the properties of operations to generate equivalent expressions. For example, apply the distributive property to the expression 3 (2 + 𝘹) to produce the equivalent expression 6 + 3𝘹; apply the distributive property to the expression 24𝘹 + 18𝘺 to produce the equivalent expression 6 (4𝘹 + 3𝘺); apply properties of operations to 𝘺 + 𝘺 + 𝘺 to produce the equivalent expression 3𝘺.

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