"Distributive Detectives: Solve the Expression Mystery!"

Week 1	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3
Activities	Hands-On Measurement and Calculation - Students collaboratively measure and calculate the area and perimeter of composite shapes using classroom objects. This activity introduces the real-world relevance of algebraic expressions. (20 min) Guest Speaker Session - A local construction professional discusses the use of algebra in building projects, providing real-life context for the day's measurements. Students engage with an expert, asking questions to deepen their understanding. (25 min)	Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - Students explore the distributive property and combining like terms through guided examples. This activity sets the foundation for simplifying expressions. (15 min) Group Problem-Solving Workshop - In small groups, students apply the distributive property and like terms to simplify expressions that model real-world scenarios, such as budgeting or event planning. Teacher and peer feedback is integrated. (30 min)	Digital Portfolio Setup - Students create a digital portfolio to document their learning journey and progress, including initial ideas and drafts. This portfolio will serve as a tool for reflection and assessment. (15 min) Video Presentation Planning - Students begin planning their video presentations, outlining how they will apply algebraic expressions to solve a real-world problem. They receive guidance on structure and content from peers and teachers. (30 min)
Deliverables	1. Students will have calculated the area and perimeter of composite shapes using everyday objects. 2. Students will have participated in a Q&A session with a construction professional. 3. Students will have created a model of a composite shape and calculated the materials needed using algebraic expressions. 4. Students will have started a digital portfolio to document their project work and reflections.
Preparation	1. Gather measuring tools (rulers, tape measures) for hands-on activities. 2. Coordinate with a local construction company to arrange a guest speaker. 3. Prepare materials for model-building activities (cardboard, scissors, markers, etc.). 4. Ensure access to digital devices for students to create digital portfolios.

Activities

Hands-On Measurement and Calculation - Students collaboratively measure and calculate the area and perimeter of composite shapes using classroom objects. This activity introduces the real-world relevance of algebraic expressions. (20 min)

Guest Speaker Session - A local construction professional discusses the use of algebra in building projects, providing real-life context for the day's measurements. Students engage with an expert, asking questions to deepen their understanding. (25 min)

Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - Students explore the distributive property and combining like terms through guided examples. This activity sets the foundation for simplifying expressions. (15 min)

Group Problem-Solving Workshop - In small groups, students apply the distributive property and like terms to simplify expressions that model real-world scenarios, such as budgeting or event planning. Teacher and peer feedback is integrated. (30 min)

Digital Portfolio Setup - Students create a digital portfolio to document their learning journey and progress, including initial ideas and drafts. This portfolio will serve as a tool for reflection and assessment. (15 min)

Video Presentation Planning - Students begin planning their video presentations, outlining how they will apply algebraic expressions to solve a real-world problem. They receive guidance on structure and content from peers and teachers. (30 min)

Deliverables

1. Students will have calculated the area and perimeter of composite shapes using everyday objects.
2. Students will have participated in a Q&A session with a construction professional.
3. Students will have created a model of a composite shape and calculated the materials needed using algebraic expressions.
4. Students will have started a digital portfolio to document their project work and reflections.

Preparation

1. Gather measuring tools (rulers, tape measures) for hands-on activities.
2. Coordinate with a local construction company to arrange a guest speaker.
3. Prepare materials for model-building activities (cardboard, scissors, markers, etc.).
4. Ensure access to digital devices for students to create digital portfolios.