Algebra & Functions
Welcome to the Algebra & Functions teaching resource index! Teaching algebra and functions can be a challenging task, which is why we’ve compiled these resources to make your job easier.
This section of the Math Teaching Resource Index offers an extensive range of resources, including lesson plans, engaging activities, challenging worksheets, and assessments. Whether you’re a seasoned math teacher or a new educator, you’ll find plenty of materials to help your students master algebra and functions in an enjoyable and effective way.
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Absolute Value Functions
- Writing Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities Foldable
- Absolute Value Foldable
- Describing Absolute Value Relations Foldable
- Absolute Value Transformations Foldable
- Graphing Absolute Value Foldable
- Guess the Age Activity for Introducing Absolute Value
- Absolute Value Functions Interactive Notebook Page
- Graphing Absolute Value Functions Foldable – Shaun Carter
Conic Sections
- Conics Patty Paper Poster Project
- Folding Conic Sections Project
- Building a Cone to Visualize Conic Sections
- Paper Folding a Hyperbola
- Paper Folding an Ellipse
- Conic Sections Foldable
- Sidewalk Chalk Hyperbolas
- Conic Sections Foldables and Graphic Organizers
- Classifying Conic Sections Flow Chart – Rebecka Peterson
- Wax Paper Parabolas
- Using Conic Cards to Teach Conic Sections in 8 Days – Cindy Johnson
- Ellipses Self Portrait in Desmos – Suzanne von Oy
- Wooden Visual of Conic Sections – Math Happens Foundation
Coordinate Plane
- Parts of the Coordinate Plane Graphic Organizer
- Parts of the Coordinate Plane Magnets
- Graphing Ordered Pairs Graphic Organizer
- Kangaroo Coordinate Picture
- Coordinate Plane Fly Swatter Game
- Creating a Shower Curtain Coordinate Plane
- Fly Activity for Graphing Ordered Pairs
- Parts of the Coordinate Plane Foldable
- Graphing Ordered Pairs Foldable
- Coordinate Plane Foldable
- Coordinate Plane Bingo – Miss C
Expressions
Combining Like Terms
- Combining Like Terms Practice Problems
- Like Terms Frayer Model
- Two Truths and a Lie: Combining Like Terms
- Combining Like Terms Maze Activity
- Combining Like Terms Cut and Paste Activity
- Keep Calm and Combine Like Terms Poster
- Like Terms Algebra Snap Game – Shaun Carter
Distributive Property
- Area Model for Teaching Distributive Property and Factoring
- Area Model Puzzles – Christie Bradshaw
- One Incorrect Activity for Distributive Property – Greta Bergman
- Distributive Property Question Stack
- Distributive Property Foldable
- Distributive Property Practice Problems
- Reviewing the Distributive Property
- Factoring vs Distributing Card Sort
- 4 Types of Distributive Property Foldable
- Teaching the Distributive Property Using Combo Meals
- Sequence of Problems for Introducing the Concept of the Distributive Property – Amie
Evaluating Expressions
- Evaluating Expressions Question Stack – Advanced
- Evaluating Expressions Question Stack – Basic
- Parenthetical Promise for Evaluating Expressions
- One Incorrect Activity for Evaluating Expressions – Greta Bergman
- Evaluating Expressions Practice Problems and INB Pocket
- Evaluating Expressions Sorting Cards Activity
- Algebraic Oath Cards
Non-Standard Operations
- Non-Standard Operations Sorting Activity
- Non-Standard Operations Foldable
- Add Em Up Activity for Non-Standard Operations
Parts of an Expression
Translating Between Words and Algebra
- Algebraic Expression Writing Practice
- Translating Around the Room Activity
- Translating Algebra Fly Swatter Game
- Translating Algebra Dry Erase Mat
- Translating Algebra Keywords Foldable
- Translating Algebra Graphic Organizer
- Translating Words and Symbols Coloring Notes
- Translating Expressions Foldable
Equations & Inequalities
Absolute Value Equations
- Leveled Practice Cards for Absolute Value Equations
- Solving Absolute Value Equations Graphic Organizers
- Solving Absolute Value Equations with a Little Creativity – Beaura Cavalier
- Solving Absolute Value Equations Foldable – Sarah Carter
- Solving Absolute Value Equations Foldable – Shaun Carter
Absolute Value Inequalities
Inequality Symbols
- Inequality Symbols Posters – Shaun Carter
- Futoshiki Puzzles
Linear Equations
- Sorting Cards for Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
- Solving Equations/Inequalities with Variables on Both Sides Graphic Organizer
- Solving Equations/Inequalities with Variables on One Side Graphic Organizer
- Open Middle Style Problem for Equations with One/No/Infinite Solution(s)
- Solving Equations Using Inverse Operations Foldable
- Expression Equation Inequality Foldable
- Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides of the Equal Sign Foldable
- Solving Equations with Variables on One Side of the Equal Sign Foldable
- Using Equations to Solve Word Problems Foldable
- 3 Essential Rules of Math for Solving Equations
- Using Scales to Model Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
- DO UNDO Method for Solving Equations Foldable
- Inverse Operations Graphic Organizer
- Solving Equations Flowchart Foldable – In Stillness the Dancing Blog
- Solving Equations Auction Review Game
- Flow Chart for Solving Multi-Step Equations
- Snowball Fight Solving Equations Activity
- Solving One Step Equations Foldable
- Solving Linear Equations Foldable – Shaun Carter
- Un-Building Equations – Shaun Carter
- Building Equations Worksheet – Shaun Carter
- Solving Equations with Fractions Strategy – Fawn Nguyen
Literal Equations
- Literal Equations Graphic Organizers
- Literal Equations Connect 4 Activity – Math by the Mountain
- Literal Equations Scavenger Hunt Activity
Miscellaneous Equations
- Dry Erase Template for Solving Equations Graphically
- Creating Our Own SolveMe Mobiles
- Balancing Act Puzzles – Heather Sparks
- Expression Equation Inequality Foldable
- Building Equations Activity – Shaun Carter
One Variable Inequalities
- Solving Equations/Inequalities with Variables on Both Sides Graphic Organizer
- Solving Equations/Inequalities with Variables on One Side Graphic Organizer
- Compound Inequalities Graphic Organizers
- Inequalities Investigation
- Graphing Solutions on a Number Line Speed Dating
- One Variable Inequalities Card Sort Activity
- An Inequality Story – Susan Hewett
- Compound Inequalities Foldable
- Reviewing One Variable Inequalities
- Includes vs Excludes Posters
- One Variable Inequalities Square Puzzle – Public Schools of North Carolina
- Graphing Inequalities Foldable
- Inequalities Foldable
- Solving Linear Inequalities – Shaun Carter
- Compound Inequalities Question Stack Activity
Ratios and Proportions
- Solving Word Problems with Ratios and Proportions Foldable
- Proportions Foldable
- Pre-Algebra Road Trip Project
- Dan Meyer Sugar Packet Proportions 3 Act Lesson – Dan Meyer
Two Variable Inequalities (Linear Inequalities)
- Graphing Inequalities Dry Erase Work Mat
- Writing Inequalities Given a Graph Foldable
- Graphing Linear Inequalities Foldable
- Graphing Linear Inequalities Practice Books
- Two Variable Inequalities Card Sort Activity
- Includes vs Excludes Posters
- Graphing Linear Inequalities Graphic Organizer
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
- Swap Two – A Logarithms Task – Harry O’Malley
- Powers Chart
- Earthquakes and Explosions – A Logarithms Problem Based Assessment
- Powers Posters
- Exponent Puzzles – Amy Gruen
- Solving Logarithmic Equations Foldable
- Converting Between Exponential and Logarithmic Form Foldable
- Solving Exponential Equations Foldable
- Logarithm Tarsia Puzzle
- No Fives Dice Activity for Modeling Exponential Decay
- The Case of the Cooling Corpse Task – Key Curriculum Press
- Modeling Exponential Growth and Decay with Skittles
- Change of Base Formula Notes
- Properties of Logarithms Foldable
- Logarithms Foldable
- Logarithm Bingo (MATHO)
- Log War – Lisa Henry
- Logarithm Speed Dating Activity – Amy Gruen
- Exponential Growth and Decay Foldable
- Solving Exponential Equations with Logarithms Notes and Practice Book
- Exponential Functions and Logarithms are Inverses Poster – Shaun Carter
- Pay Rates Activity for Introducing Exponential Growth – Trevor Chalmers
- Estimating the Number e using a Checkerboard – John Allen Paulos
- Evaluating Logarithms Auction Activity
- Semi-Log Plot Mystery Graph Picture
Functions and Relations
Composition of Functions
Definition of a Function
Describing Features of a Function
- Key Features of Functions Sketch A Graph Activity
- Key Features of Functions Work Mat
- Describing Characteristics of Graphs Foldable
- Scattergories Describing Graphs Game
- Characteristics of Graphs and Functions Foldable
- Finding X-Intercepts of a Graph [TI-84 Instructions]
- Finding the Y-Intercept of a Graph [TI-84 Instructions]
- Analyzing Polynomial Graphs Foldable – Shaun Carter
Discrete vs Continuous
Domain and Range
- Set and Interval Notation Dry Erase Template
- Build a Function Activity
- Domain and Range Challenge
- Inequality and Interval Notation Chart
- Find the Flubs – Set and Interval Notation
- Domain and Range Restrictions Foldable
- Domain and Range Foldables
- DIXI ROYD Domain and Range Graphic Organizer
- Domain and Range Foldables (DIXI ROYD)
- Drawing Boxes for Domain and Range
- Domain and Range Graphic Organizer
- Interactive Domain and Range Foldable
- DIX ROY Acronym for Domain and Range
- Domain and Range Pictionary – Zero Knowledge Proofs
- Notation for Domain and Range Foldable
Evaluating Functions
- Evaluating Functions from a Table Notes
- Evaluating Functions from a Graph Notes
- Evaluating Functions from an Equation Notes
- Evaluating Functions Spider Puzzles – Andy Lutwyche
- Function Machines Activity from CPM – College Preparatory Mathematics
- Win Some Cash Task – Riverport Advanced Mathematics Partnership
- Evaluating Functions Puzzle
- Evaluating Functions War
- Evaluating Functions Notes
Function Machines
- Function Machines Activity from CPM – College Preparatory Mathematics
- Modeling Function Machines with Flip Chutes
- Function Machines and Function Notation Foldable
Function Notation
- Function Notation Puzzler
- Adding and Subtracting Polynomials in Function Notation Question Stack
- Function Machines and Function Notation Foldable
Function vs Not a Function
- Function Frayer Model
- Function vs Not a Function Card Sort Activity
- Discovering the Vertical Line Test
- Function vs Not a Function Puzzle
- Function Auction Activity
- Justifying Function or Not a Function Notes
- Relations and Functions Dating Advice
- Vertical Line Test Notes
- Function Detectives Activity – Kathryn Kundrot
- Justifying Function or Not a Function Worksheet – Jessica Merrill
Graphing Functions
- Graphing Functions Using Input/Output Tables Foldable
- Win Some Cash Task – Riverport Advanced Mathematics Partnership
- Graphing Functions on the Coordinate Plane Graphic Organizer
- Algebra Graph Sketcher – Shaun Carter
Graphing Stories
Independent vs Dependent Variables
- Independent vs Dependent Variables Foldable
- Independent vs Dependent Variables Review Game
- Independent and Dependent Variables Notes
- Independent vs Dependent Variables Card Sort Activity
Inverses
- Sketching Inverses Practice Book
- Finding the Inverse of a Function Foldable
- Sketching the Inverse of a Graph with TI-84 Notes
- Finding Equations of Inverses Foldable
- Inverses Foldable – druinok
Operations with Functions
Parent Functions
- 12 Basic Functions Challenge Activity for Pre-Calculus
- 12 Basic Functions Posters
- Two Truths and a Lie: Parent Functions
- Graphing and Describing Functions Worksheet
- Parent Functions Card Sort Activity
- Algebra Aerobics Stick Figure Posters
- Parent Functions Notebook Template – Shaun Carter
- Algebra Graph Sketcher – Shaun Carter
- Parent Functions Posters – Shaun Carter
- Desmos Self Portrait Activity – Leigh Anne Emberg
- Jumbo Printable Parent Function Posters
Relations
- 4 Representations of a Relation Foldable
- Representations of a Relation Telephone Game
- Ways to Represent a Relation Foldable
- NAGS Foldable for Multiple Representations of Relations
- Relations and Functions Foldable – Shaun Carter
Transformations of Functions
- Pinwheels for Peace 2019
- Transformations of Functions Word Search Activity
- Pinwheels for Peace 2018
- Function Transformations Foldable
- Teaching Transformations with Transparencies – Anna Scholl
- Transformations Around the School Activity – Laura Williams
Writing Functions
Miscellaneous Functions Resources
- Speed of a Racing Car Functions Task – PISA
- Community Center Task for Interpreting Graphs – Shell Centre
- Function, Expression, Equation Poster – Shaun Carter
- Algebra Graph Sketcher – Shaun Carter
Linear Functions
Forms of Linear Equations
- Forms of Linear Equations Foldable
- Writing Linear Equations Graphic Organizer
- Different Forms of Linear Functions Foldable
- Flyswatter Review Game for Different Forms of Linear Equations
Graphing Linear Equations
- Graphing Linear Equations Practice Book
- Plotting Linear Functions Desmos Activity – Shaun Carter
- Graphing Linear Functions Using Intercepts Worksheet – Shaun Carter
- Linear Equations Sun Catcher Activity – Solenne Abaziou
- Linear Functions Convince Your Arch Rival Activity – Nat Banting
- Desmos Architecture Project – Courtney Braithwaite
- Linear Equations Chalk Art Activity – Cassie Meinholz
Horizontal and Vertical Lines
Intercepts
- Calculating Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Finding Intercepts Foldable
- Finding Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Interpreting Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Finding x- and y-intercepts of Graphs Notes
- Slope and Intercept Practice Poof Book
Linear vs Non-Linear
- Linear Frayer Model
- Linear Auction Activity
- Linear vs Non-Linear Card Sort Activity from TPT – Middle School Math Aplenty
- Linear vs Non-Linear Practice
- Linear vs Non-Linear Card Sort Activity
Parallel/Perpendicular Lines
- Classifying Lines as Parallel, Perpendicular, or Neither Foldable
- Types of Lines Foldable
- Parallel Lines Math Valentine
- Parallel and Perpendicular Lines Foldable
Point-Slope Form
Slope/Rate of Change
- Finding Rate of Change from a Graph Hole Punch Activity
- Slope Treasure Hunt Activity – Glencoe/McGraw-Hill
- Calculating Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Finding Slope Foldable
- Four Types of Slope Graphic Organizer
- Rate of Change Interpreting Graphs Practice
- Rate of Change Graphic Organizer and Practice Problems
- Finding Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Interpreting Slope and Intercepts Foldable
- Calculating Rate of Change from a Graph Practice Book
- Crow and the Pitcher Activity for Introducing Rate of Change
- Calculating Rate of Change from a Table or Set of Points Practice Book
- The Adventures of Slope Dude Posters
- Slope Dude Says Game
- Finding Slope from a Table or Set of Points Notes
- Slope Concept Map
- Finding Slope from a Graph Graphic Organizer
- Interpreting Slope from a Graph or Table Practice Book
- What Would Slope Dude Say Posters
- Slope Art Assignment
- 4 Types of Slope Foldable
- Four Cars Task for Introducing Rate of Change – The Dana Center
- Four Types of Slope Name Art
- Rate of Change Graphic Organizer
- Rise over Run Reminders
- Slope Between Two Points Around the Room Practice Activity
- Slope Intercept Form y=mx+b Foldable
- Four Types of Slope Pictures
- Slope Foldable
- Slope Tree Method for Teaching 4 Types of Slope
- Slope and Intercept Practice Poof Book
- Linear Functions Stacking Cups Lesson
- Average Rate of Change Question Stack Activity
- Linear Functions Convince Your Arch Rival Activity – Nat Banting
Slope-Intercept Form
- Rearranging Equations for y Foldable
- Converting Equations to Slope-Intercept Form Notes
- Linear Foldable y=a+bx
Standard Form
- Standard Form of a Linear Equation Cut and Paste Activity
- Standard Form of a Linear Equation Foldable
- Finding Slope from Standard Form – Shaun Carter
Transformations of Linear Functions
- Transformations of Linear Functions Foldable – Shaun Carter
Writing Linear Equations
- Writing Linear Equations Review Game (Turkeys in the Oven)
- Writing Linear Equations Foldable – druinok
Miscellaneous Linear Function Resources
- Real-World Situations for Linear Functions
- Linear Functions Stacking Cups Lesson
- Linear Equation of the Day Routine
Polynomials
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
- Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Graphic Organizer
- Adding and Subtracting Polynomials in Function Notation Question Stack
- Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Notes
- Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Activity
Algebra Tiles
- Introducing Algebra Tiles to Students
- Organizing Algebra Tiles
- Homemade Algebra Tiles – Shaun Carter
Characteristics of Polynomials
- Polynomial Characteristics WODB Activity – Erick Lee
Definition of a Polynomial/Classifying Polynomial or Not
Dividing Polynomials
- Dividing Polynomials Using the Box Method Puzzles
- Dividing Polynomials Using the Box Method Activity
- Dividing Polynomials Using the Box Method Foldable
Factoring Polynomials
- Factoring Quadratics Foldable
- Factoring Polynomials Using the Box Method Directions
- Factoring vs Distributing Card Sort
- Factoring Polynomials Square Puzzle – Public Schools of North Carolina
- Halloween Candy Tax Analogy for Factoring out GCF
- Factoring out the GCF of a Polynomial Foldable
- Factoring Trinomials Open Middle Task – Mr. Canning
- Factoring Polynomials Meme – Howie Hua
- Master of Factoring Certificate – Rebecca Kirvan
Graphing Polynomials
- Analyzing Polynomial Graphs Foldable – Shaun Carter
- Polynomials Vocabulary Foldable – druinok
- Draw the Polynomial on Your Back Activity – Julia Anker
Multiplying Polynomials
- Multiplying Polynomials Foldable
- Multiplying Polynomials Egg Hunt Activity
- Multiplying Polynomials Using the Box Method Foldable
Naming Polynomials
- Naming Polynomials Poster
- Naming Polynomials Speed Dating Activity
- Naming Polynomials Practice Sheet
- Human Polynomials Activity
- Building and Naming Polynomials Activity
- Naming Polynomials Graphic Organizer
- Naming Polynomials Venn Diagram Activity – Sarah Newton
Parts of a Polynomial
Polynomial Theorems
For example, rational root theorem, etc.
- Polynomial Theorems Two Truths and a Lie Activity – Katie Marhefki
Standard Form
- Writing Polynomials in Standard Form Foldable
- Standard Form of a Polynomial Interactive Notebook Page
Rational Expressions and Functions
- Identity Crisis Task Involving Rationals Mark Dugopolski
- Complex Fractions Task – Blitzer
- Rational Expressions Question Stack Activity
- Rational Expressions Killing Cats Poster
- Complex Fractions Notes
- Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions Notes
- Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions Notes
- Simplifying Rational Expressions Notes
- The Paragraph Function: Activity for Modeling Rational Functions – Tim Erickson
- Solving Rational Equations Foldable
- Complex Fractions Graphic Organizer Notes
- Adding or Subtracting Rational Expressions Foldable
- Adding and Subtracting Rationals Foldable – Shaun Carter
- Finding Common Denominators of Rational Expressions Activity
- End Behavior of Rational Functions Stations Activities
Quadratic Functions
Completing the Square
Factoring Quadratics
- X Puzzles Review Game
- Quadratic Area Puzzles – Bow Tie Teacher
- Factoring Puzzle – Public Schools of North Carolina
- Shared Factors – A Quadratics Puzzle
- Factoring Quadratics Practice Activity (when a=1)
- Area Model Puzzles – Christie Bradshaw
- ZERO Game to Introduce Factoring Quadratics – Shaun Carter
- Factoring Quadratics Foldable
- Factoring Trinomials with GCFs Question Stack Activity
- Factoring Polynomials Using the Box Method Directions
- Looking for Patterns in Factoring Quadratics
- Factoring Quadratics Question Stack Activity
- Factoring Quadratics Using the Box Method Foldable
- Factoring Quadratics Graphic Organizers
- Methods of Factoring Foldable
- Factoring Polynomials Square Puzzle – Public Schools of North Carolina
- Factoring Flow Chart – Philip D Gonsalves
- Factoring Diamond Problems – Shaun Carter
- Factoring Trinomials Open Middle Task – Mr. Canning
- Master of Factoring Certificate – Rebecca Kirvan
- Understanding Why the Box Method for Factoring Quadratics Works – Sharon Soule’
Forms of a Quadratic Function
- Vertex Form of a Quadratic Card Sort Activity – Shaun Carter
- Different Forms of a Quadratic Function Foldable
- Different Forms of a Quadratic Function Fly Swatter Game
Graphing Quadratics
- Quadratic Sketching Tool – Shaun Carter
- Parabola Transformations Activity – Shaun Carter
- Quadratic Functions Foldable – druinok
Quadratic Formula
- If the IRS had discovered the quadratic formula… – Daniel J. Velleman
- Quadratic Formula Dry Erase Template
- Quadratic Formula Foldable
- Quadratic Formula Memory Assignment
- Quadratic Formula Songs
- Quadratic Formula Tangram Puzzle
- Quadratics Discriminant Matching Activity – druinok
Quadratic Vocabulary
- Roots, Solutions, Zeros, & X-Intercepts Posters
- Wax Paper Parabolas
- Discriminant Foldable – Nora at Simplifying Radicals
Solving Quadratics
- Solving Quadratics by Graphing INB Page
- Solving Quadratics by Factoring INB Page
- Solving Quadratics by Square Roots Notes
- Solving Quadratics by Graphing Using the TI-Nspire
- Solving Quadratic Equations Puzzle – Nicole Whitty
Systems with Quadratics
Miscellaneous Quadratics Activities
- Quadratic Jumping Frogs Puzzle – Shaun Carter
- Quadratics Pumpkin Chunking Activity – Brandi Green
Sequences and Series
- Step Puzzles for Arithmetic Sequences – Naoki Inaba
- Classifying Sequences Task – Mathspad
- Classifying Sequences Activity: Arithmetic, Geometric, or Neither?
- Types of Sequences Graphic Organizer
- Graphing Geometric Sequences Foldable
- Geometric Sequences Practice Sheet
- Geometric Sequences Formula Graphic Organizer
- Arithmetic Sequences Practice Sheet
- DINO Method for Finding the nth Term of an Arithmetic Sequence
- Finding the Rule for an Arithmetic Sequence by Graphing Foldable
- Arithmetic Geometric or Neither Color Coding Activity
- Arithmetic Geometric or Neither Foldable
- Sequences and Series Foldables
Set Notation
Systems of Equations
- All Tied Up in Knots Systems of Equations Exploration Activity
- Solving Systems by Graphing Foldable
- Solving Systems by Elimination Graphic Organizer
- Solving Systems by Substitution Graphic Organizer
- Acrobats, Grandmas, and Ivan Systems of Equations Task – Marilyn Burns
- Blank Graphic Organizers for Solving Systems of Equations Algebraically
- Writing Systems of Equations Foldable
- Systems of Equations Foldable
- Solving Systems by Elimination and Substitution Foldable – druinok
- Picture Equation Puzzles – Maite Alejandre
- Greek Alphabet Systems of Equations Puzzle – Jeremy Deimund
- Systems of Equations Graphic Organizer for Solving by Elimination – Christie Bradshaw