There are a variety of methods to solve equations with one variable. One method is to use algebra tiles to represent the variable and constants in the equation, use the concept of zero pairs to manipulate the tiles until you determine the value of the variable.

Click on the image to open the applet.

Follow the “Feedback” directions beneath the work mat to build the model and solve the equation. Work through at least three examples before returning to this resource.

Now that you’ve solved one-step equations with algebra tiles, let’s move on to two-step equations.

Click the image below to open the applet. Follow the “Feedback” directions beneath the work mat to build the model and solve the equation. Work through at least three examples before returning to this resource.

If you would like more practice, click the image below to open the applet. Follow the on-screen prompts. When you have completed the extra practice, return to this resource.

The video below shows you how to do the same operations symbolically.