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Crack the PEMDAS Code Lesson Plan

Students will understand the order of operations using PEMDAS (excluding exponents) and apply it to solve simple math problems confidently, with differentiated support for students on IEPs.

Learning the simplified PEMDAS strengthens students' math problem-solving skills and builds a strong foundation, while ensuring that all learners, including those on IEPs, can succeed.

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10 minutes

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5 minutes

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20 minutes

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5 minutes

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Crack the PEMDAS Code!

What is PEMDAS?

Step 1: Parentheses

Step 2: Multiplication & Division

Step 3: Addition & Subtraction

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Crack the PEMDAS Code

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