Algebra Balance Mat

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Algebra Balance Mat: Large title 'ALGEBRA BALANCE MAT'; left/right scale graphic with a seesaw illustration and a worked example (x + 3 = 7) shown with coloured tokens; 'GOAL' statement (Keep both sides balanced), a 'BALANCE MOVES' legend with coloured icons and short descriptions for +, -, ×, ÷; two large boxed work areas labelled LEFT SIDE and RIGHT SIDE separated by a central pivot; three scaffolded boxes across the lower middle labelled 'EQUATION' (blank = blank), 'SOLVE IT' (space and 'x =...

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This printable is a scaffolded workspace for modelling one-step (and simple two-step) linear equations with a clear left/right balance area, step boxes for writing the equation, solving (x = ___) and checking (substitution + true/false). It also includes a short goal, an example (x + 3 = 7), colour-coded operation icons (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and a vocabulary strip. Use it as a visual aid when introducing inverse operations and equation balancing or to structure guided practice and intervening support.

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