Two Step Equations | Doodle Math: Twist on Color by Number | Valentine's Day

Overview

Looking for an engaging way to help your middle schoolers master two step equations? This Two Step Equations Doodle & Color by Number resource is perfect for the classroom, featuring 16 heart-themed problems that align with CCSS 8.EE.C.7.b and CCSS 7.EE.B.4.a. Your students will be excited to solve equations with both positive and negative integers, and they'll love coloring their way through math practice, especially with a Valentine's Day twist. Plus, it's a convenient, printable PDF that makes lesson planning a breeze.

Why you'll love this

Students practice solving two step equations with positive and negative integer solutions with this Two Step Equations Doodle & Color by Number resource. Contains 16 questions total with a heart themed image perfect for Valentine's Day.

It's a fresh twist on color by number or color by code. Each correct answer unlocks a doodle pattern students can use to complete a mystery image with the colors of their choice. They keep students engaged, free up your time for differentiation, and look great as classroom decorations.

CCSS Standards: 7.EE.B.4a, 8.EE.C.7b


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This activity is in my Two Step Equations Doodle & Color by Number Holiday Pack, which has 5 holiday images—at a savings of 60% off individual resources.


What’s included:

  1. Problem set. Solving two step equations with positive and negative integers. - 16 problems

  2. Image sheet. The image has a penguin with hearts, perfect for Valentine's Day. Students fill in the designated sections for doodling.

  3. Answer key. Included for both the problems and the image sheet.

What teachers say about my Doodle & Color by Number activities:

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This was difficult for my accelerated students! I loved it and so did they! They found trying to doodle the drawing and win ‘the best doodler’ fun. Students were engaged with the math, but also with their creativity.” - Kay Y.

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I loved that this activity had different levels. I used the 2 different levels with as an on-grade level support and a below-grade level support.” – Cristin B.

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This was a great review for my 6th graders. This helped to keep them engaged while I worked with small groups.” – Ashley B.

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