Algebra 2 Hands-On Activities

Exploring Quadratics: Guided Notes and Practice

Created by
Brooks Jones

Introduce students to quadratic functions and the relationship between their equations and graphs with this fill-in guided notes and practice activity. Start with the parent function of y = x², then add and change elements one by one and have students record what they notice from the graph, includin

9th - 10th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Also included in: Parts of a Parabola/Exploring Quadratics BUNDLE: Guided Notes/Practice Exercises

Intro to Trig Ratios: Guided Notes Activity and Poster

Created by
Brooks Jones

Are your geometry students mystified every time you introduce them to sine, cosine and tangent? Use this three-page guided notes activity to clear up the confusion between the opposite and adjacent sides once and for all and get students started on the path to full understanding. This resource is an

10th - 11th Math, Algebra 2, Geometry

Polynomial Factors & Products Card Sort Activity

Created by
Brooks Jones

Help students develop their ability to factor trinomials with this scaffolded card sort activity. This assignment helps students recognize special case factors for trinomials, including squaring a binomial and a difference of squares, as well as other simple examples where a = 1. Students match fact

9th - 10th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Practice With Special Right Triangles: Worksheet and BONUS Poster

Created by
Brooks Jones

Give your geometry students practice solving for missing sides in the special right triangles with this 2-page independent practice activity. Given the measure for one side of the triangle, your students will use the special properties of the 45-45-90 and 30-60-90 triangles to solve for the remainin

10th - 11th Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry

Also included in: Special Right Triangles: Proving/Practice BUNDLE w/BONUS Poster!

Special Right Triangles: Proving/Practice BUNDLE w/BONUS Poster!

Created by
Brooks Jones

Help your geometry students understand the “why” behind the algorithms for special right triangles with this 7-page investigation and guided notes activity. Your students will use the Pythagorean Theorem and the properties of isosceles and equilateral triangles to discover how to solve for any side

10th - 11th Math, Algebra 2, Geometry

Arithmetic Sequences Choose Two Self-Checking Digital Practice

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Surviving in Secondary

Arithmetic Sequences Choose Two Digital Resource PracticeLooking for a way to provide student choice with students practice of finding the common difference, or identifying a term in the arithmetic sequence? Trying to engage students in self-checking digital activities as a refreshing change up for

9th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Multiplying Monomials by Polynomials St. Patrick's Day Coloring Activity

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Surviving in Secondary

Multiplying Monomials by Polynomials St. Patrick's Day Color by Code Worksheet Need a creative and engaging way to have your Algebra and Algebra 2 students practice multiplying Monomials with Binomials, Trinomials and other Polynomials? Seeking out a holiday practice that is a fun and engaging suppl

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Solving Literal Equations Bubble Pop Game

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Surviving in Secondary

Solving Literal Equations Bubble Pop GameIncorporate gamified practice as you review and support students with solving literal equations with this ready to play Bubble Pop Game, perfect for your algebra classrooms! This 12-question, powerpoint game activity can be easily embedded into your math curr

7th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Also included in: Beginning of the Year Algebra Review Games - Back to School Math Activities

Beginning of the Year Algebra Review Games - Back to School Math Activities

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Surviving in Secondary

Back to school Algebra Review GamesLooking to build classroom community and connection while also reviewing content in preparation for new material for the upcoming school year? Trying to engage a summer tired Algebra class of teenagers? Looking to increase engagement? These Algebra Review Games are

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Digital Activity

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Surviving in Secondary

Adding & Subtracting Polynomials Interactive Slides PracticeLooking for a fun, cross-curricular and digital activity that practices operations with polynomials? Want to blend adding and subtracting polynomials with discovering different facts about our solar system and space exploration? This re

8th - 12th Algebra, Algebra 2

Multiplying Polynomials Review Activity - Treasure Trap Game

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Surviving in Secondary

Multiplying Polynomials Treasure Trap: A whole-class team game!Looking for a fun activity to do with your math class that also involves teamwork and collaboration? This multiplying polynomials Treasure Trap game is a perfect whole class activity that balances group work, competition and problem solv

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Evaluating Functions Cipher Pursuit Digital Resource

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Surviving in Secondary

Evaluating Functions and Function Notation Cipher Pursuit Digital Resource Practice ActivityCipher Pursuit is an engaging and interactive Google Sheets activity designed to challenge your algebra and Algebra 2 students' problem-solving skills while having fun. In this activity, students answer a ser

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Relations and Functions Scavenger Hunt Activity

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Surviving in Secondary

Relations and Functions Scavenger HuntSearching for activities that engage your students on finding if an equation is a function? Looking to review the vertical line test, or domain and range before a quiz or test? If your Algebra classroom is looking to engage in a kinesthetic, unit review, this i

8th - 11th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Multi-Step Equations Fall Digital Stations Practice

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Surviving in Secondary

Solving Multi-Step Equations Digital Station Practice ActivityEngage your Algebra students with this interactive and Gamified Digital Stations Activity focused on solving multi-step equations! Designed for high school or advanced middle school students. This fall/halloween themed resource features

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Also included in: Multi-Step Equations Activities Bundle

Equations of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines Level Up! Digital Practice

Created by
Surviving in Secondary

Equations of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines Digital Gamified PracticeLooking for a fun digital practice activity to engage your Algebra and Algebra 2 scholars? Searching for engaging, out of the textbook practice to enhance your curriculum in a fun and self-checking way? Trying to reduce the prep

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Multi-Step Equations Activities Bundle

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Surviving in Secondary

Looking for a one-stop shop with a variety of print and digital practice activities for solving multi-step equations? This bundle is just what you've been looking for! This resource includes coloring activities, digital stations practice and whole game review practice for solving a variety of multi-

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Linear Equations Digital Stations - Winter Themed

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Surviving in Secondary

Solving Linear Equations Digital Station Practice Activity- Winter-ThemedEngage your Algebra students with this interactive and Gamified Digital Stations Activity focused on linear equations! Designed for high school or advanced middle school students. This winter-themed resource features 6 digital

8th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2

Algebraic Properties Choose Two Self-Checking Digital Practice

Created by
Surviving in Secondary

Algebraic Properties Choose Two Digital Resource PracticeLooking for a way to provide student choice within the content? Trying to engage students in self-checking digital activities as a refreshing change up for your students? Seeking to incorporate more fun and engaging activities to get your stud

7th - 12th Math, Algebra, Algebra 2