Distributive Property Math Centers Math Tiles
5.0 (32 reviews)Practice the distributive property by completing equations with missing digits. Students use tiles 0–9 to make both sides of each equation equal and see how breaking apart an expression changes its form.
- Grade
- Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7
- Subject
- Math
- Pages
- 71
- Answer key
- Included
- Teaching duration
- 1 Month
- Digital download
Description
Practice the distributive property by completing equations with missing digits. Students use tiles 0–9 to make both sides of each equation equal and see how breaking apart an expression changes its form.
Why use Math Tiles?
- Make problem solving hands-on by letting students move number tiles and test their ideas.
- Build flexible thinking as students follow different clues and try more than one strategy.
- Practice perseverance and build confidence by revising a choice when the first idea doesn’t fit.
- Give students meaningful independent practice or have partners explain and compare their thinking.
- Save paper by reusing printed cards and having students record their answers on a separate sheet.
What’s included
- 30 printable puzzle cards
- Google Slides version with movable number tiles
- Student recording sheet
- Answer keys
- Teacher setup tips
- Printable 0–9 number tiles
How to use it
Use a card after a lesson on equivalent expressions and have students explain how they know the two sides match. For print, cut out the included number tiles or use a set you already have. In Google Slides, students move the tiles in edit mode.
More Time to Tile puzzles
Keep the same puzzle routine with Area Model Multiplication Math Tiles or Balancing Equations Math Tiles.
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Reviews
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These passages were too difficult for my students to read and comprehend.
Quick easy starter.
This was very difficult for my class, but glad we tried it
Useful resource.
This resource was too difficult to use in the beginning of the year. They were great for review at the end of the year, but most of the math was content they hadn't learned yet. They also really struggled with the language questions. I ended up not using this until the last quarter because it was too difficult. I plan to use it this coming year with my 5th graders as morning work since it will be reviewing basics for them.
<p>This resource is not designed around a particular scope and sequence since many teachers follow different timelines.</p><p>Since Daily Spiral Reviews cover all standards, students are exposed to concepts they may not have had formal instruction on. Unfamiliar content presents a great opportunity for you to build background knowledge and assess where your students are before you even teach a specific lesson.</p><p>The best way to use this spiral reveiw is to begin with whole-group lessons where you model and discuss each activity. I don't worry too much if there haven't been formal lessons on a particular concept; I treat those items more as a preview. After a few weeks, the students really start grasping the format, and you can begin to transfer the workload to them. Eventually, when the students work independently on the review, you will spend time correcting and discussing their work in class. </p><p>As mentioned above, students will encounter concepts they are unfamiliar with. This is a GOOD thing, I promise! We don't always have the answers or know the procedures to solve problems. It's beneficial to expose students to "unknowns"; they become less sensitive to the uncomfortable feeling of "not knowing" and are less likely to panic. </p><p>However, you can always use the editable version (open in PowerPoint) to remove/change any review items you like.</p>
Questions & Answers (2)
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So is this a google app activity or only PDF?
Hi Judith! Both the Google Slides and PDF are included.
Do you have a third grade version? My students are struggling and I’d love a hands on option!
Hi there! Unfortunately, I don’t have this particular topic available for lower grade levels.
