Systems of Equations Word Problems – Task Cards – Fun Facts – PRINTABLE

Description

Want a more engaging way to practice writing and solving systems of linear equations? This set of word problem task cards uses interesting animals facts to create systems that students must solve.

This is the perfect way to provide practice & review for 8th and 9th grade students who are making sense of systems of equations!

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On these task cards, students learn interesting animal facts, such as, “The world’s tallest animal is the giraffe, whose height is three times the height of an average man.”

Just how tall are giraffes? Students must write linear equations with the facts given and then solve the system of equations to figure it out!

Use the task cards in small groups, with partners or as an individual activity to review systems of equations.

Included in the Download:

• Teaching tips & directions, along with extension ideas
• 12 printable, black & white word problem task cards
• Student recording page to show their thinking
• Answer key for all problems

Need more ideas to introducing & teaching systems in a way that makes sense? Check out the Systems of Equations Mini Unit, which includes introductory activities, guided notes, partner practice & exit tickets.

*NOTE: This download is a printable pdf file which you can print and use after purchase. No physical product will be shipped to you. In addition, this is intended for personal use of one person in the home or classroom only. You may not distribute this resource to other parents or teachers. Thank you for your honesty!*