6th grade has been working a lot with algebraic equations as it is their first big step into the world of algebra. They have mastered how to identify equivalent equations with variables by using the associative property, commutative property and for the first time the distributive property.
This calendar project then allowed the students to enrich their understanding even more by having them create their own algebraic equations with the solution in mind. Each student generated a calendar for their birthday month in the year 2020. But not just any ordinary calendar… an Algebraic Equation Calendar! Instead of writing the date in the calendar boxes, the students created an algebraic equation whose solution matches that specific date.
Mrs. Barillier – MS Math
