6th grade expressions and equations videos

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In 6th grade (ages 11–12), students write expressions with variables, use exponents, find equivalent expressions and solve one-step equations. This playlist begins with Math Antics on what algebra is, then follows Math with Mr. J and Khan Academy 6th grade lessons. Put one example on repeat with an A–B loop to practice each step.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Algebra Basics: What Is Algebra? - Math AnticsAlgebra Basics: What Is Algebra? - Math AnticsmathanticsPlay from here Loop
  2. 2What are Variables? | An Intro to VariablesWhat are Variables? | An Intro to VariablesMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  3. 3How to write basic expressions with variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyHow to write basic expressions with variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Writing algebraic subtraction expressions | 6th grade | Khan AcademyWriting algebraic subtraction expressions | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Writing expressions with parentheses | 6th grade | Khan AcademyWriting expressions with parentheses | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Terms, Variables, Coefficients & Constants | Parts of an Algebraic ExpressionTerms, Variables, Coefficients & Constants | Parts of an Algebraic ExpressionMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  7. 7How to Write Algebraic ExpressionsHow to Write Algebraic ExpressionsMashup MathPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Math Antics - Intro To Exponents (aka Indices)Math Antics - Intro To Exponents (aka Indices)mathanticsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9What is an Exponent? | An Intro to Exponents | Math with Mr. JWhat is an Exponent? | An Intro to Exponents | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Order of operations with fractions and exponents | 6th grade | Khan AcademyOrder of operations with fractions and exponents | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  11. 11How to evaluate expressions with two variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyHow to evaluate expressions with two variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Evaluating expressions like 5x² & ⅓(6)ˣ | 6th grade | Khan AcademyEvaluating expressions like 5x² & ⅓(6)ˣ | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  13. 13The Distributive Property | Math with Mr. JThe Distributive Property | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  14. 14Equal and equivalent expressionsEqual and equivalent expressionsKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  15. 15How to Simplify an Expression: A Beginner's Guide | Algebraic Expressions | Math with Mr. JHow to Simplify an Expression: A Beginner's Guide | Algebraic Expressions | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Algebra Basics: Solving Basic Equations Part 1 - Math AnticsAlgebra Basics: Solving Basic Equations Part 1 - Math AnticsmathanticsPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Algebra Basics: Solving Basic Equations Part 2 - Math AnticsAlgebra Basics: Solving Basic Equations Part 2 - Math AnticsmathanticsPlay from here Loop
  18. 18How to Solve One-Step Equations | One-Step Equation Steps | Math with Mr. JHow to Solve One-Step Equations | One-Step Equation Steps | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Solving One-Step Equations | Lesson + PracticeSolving One-Step Equations | Lesson + PracticeMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  20. 20Identifying equations from visual models tape diagramsIdentifying equations from visual models tape diagramsKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  21. 21How to solve one-step equations with fractions and decimals | 6th grade | Khan AcademyHow to solve one-step equations with fractions and decimals | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  22. 22One-step multiplication equations: fractional coefficients | 6th grade | Khan AcademyOne-step multiplication equations: fractional coefficients | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  23. 23Finding mistakes in one-step equations | 6th grade | Khan AcademyFinding mistakes in one-step equations | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  24. 24Writing equations for relationships between quantities | 6th grade | Khan AcademyWriting equations for relationships between quantities | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  25. 25Dependent & independent variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyDependent & independent variables | 6th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop

What should a 6th grader be able to do after this unit?

Write an expression from words, evaluate it for a given value, use whole-number exponents, spot equivalent expressions with the distributive property, and solve equations like x + 7 = 15 or 3x = 12. Grade levels vary by country and school.

How does RepeatWatch help with one-step equations?

Loop the moment the teacher does the same thing to both sides, and slow it to 0.75× to copy each line. Save the vocabulary, the example and the practice problems on keys 1–9, then use Stop after N loops to end the session on time.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

An expression, such as 3x + 2, has no equals sign and can be simplified or evaluated. An equation, such as 3x + 2 = 11, says two things are equal and can be solved. The first half of this playlist covers expressions and the second half covers equations.

Are two-step equations included?

No. This 6th grade unit stays with one-step equations, including ones with fractions and decimals. Two-step equations and inequalities come in 7th grade, which has its own playlist on RepeatWatch.