Factoring Expressions using the Greatest Common Factor
by Think in Numbers © 2025
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Price: $3 USD
Subjects: math,mathMiddleSchool,expressionsAndEquations,equivalentExpressions,equations,algebraicExpressions
Grades: 6,7
Description
This differentiated deck helps students build fluency with factoring expressions using the greatest common factor. Designed for 6th grade (pre-algebra) and aligned to Common Core 6.EE.A.3. 4 levels of difficulty are included so that students can build on prior knowledge or educators can allocate levels by ability. ✨ Features: 4 Progressive Levels of Difficulty – students move from simple expressions to more complex algebraic forms. Guided Examples – the first slide models how to solve, and each level includes a color-coded practice problem that shows the process. Varied Practice – every level includes both addition and subtraction in the parentheses Interactive Workspace – built-in ink feature gives students room to show their steps and calculations. Positive Factors Only – ensuring focus on the distributive property without negative numbers at this stage. 📊 Question Breakdown: Level 1: e.g., 3a+ 9 → 8 questions Level 2: e.g., 9y - 12 → 8 questions Level 3: e.g., 8s - 20t → 8 questions Level 4: e.g., 12xy - 18xz → 4 questions 🔗 Flexible Use: * Works well as a stand-alone deck or pair it with the Intro to factoring expressions deck for extra support * Available individually or as part of a bundle
Acknowledgements
With thanks to: Kaitlynn Albani