How is your algebra review going?

I have heard from many parents asking how they can better support their daughter as she tackles algebra. You may be frantically looking through her math packet wondering where you can find the section that shows you how to solve each problem? College Preparatory Math (CPM) does not provide a "how to" section to refer to for the answers or strategies. If you want/need a refresher on how to help your daughter, I have a couple resources for you. 1. CPM Parent Guide -The parent guide is a downloadable pdf. file. You can also find skillbuilders by topic (for you or your daughter). 2. Hotmath.com - This website has the explanation for homework problems from the CPM text. On the website choose  Algebra Connections  (the top left textbook). On this site, enter the page number of the packet. You will be guided through the problem with a step-by-step solution.  

We are currently working on chapter 6 studying three methods for solving systems of equations. Solving systems of equations is also known as finding the intersection of two linear lines.  We are currently learning and practicing the Equal Values Method and The Substitution Method. These methods require extensive practice and have been met with some frustration! Students are scheduling appointments with me during lunch and after school to get extra help and I encourage their continued self-advocacy.