This Simplifying Radicals Cut & Paste Puzzle is a cut and paste puzzle in which students practice simplifying radicals. Students simplify the radicals along the edges of the puzzle pieces, cut out the pieces, and rearrange them so that each radical matches its corresponding simplified form. Once complete, students paste the finished puzzle onto the included template. An answer key is included.
Tip: Have students highlight the top and left edges of each puzzle piece. These are the radicals they will simplify, while the remaining edges contain the answers. Students can show their work on a separate sheet of paper and staple it to their completed puzzle.
BONUS! This resource also includes Cornell Notes with practice problems on simplifying both perfect square roots and non-perfect square roots. The notes include space for students to summarize the lesson, as well as an answer key. They are a great way to introduce simplifying radicals before students complete the puzzle.
For a digital version of the puzzle activity made in Google Slides™, click here!
This resource is included in the following bundle(s):
Algebra 1 Curriculum (with Activities)
Algebra 1 Activities Bundle
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No part of this resource may be uploaded to the internet in any form, including classroom/personal websites or network drives, unless the site is password protected and can only be accessed by students.
