Make Star by Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables

This Make Star by Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables activity provides a fun way for students to practice graphing linear equations in two variables. Students will graph 16 equations on the same coordinate plane. The lines graphed will make a star and then students can colour their own.

Please see the pictures uploaded. There are two options for equations for students to graph. One sheet has all equations in slope-intercept form. The second sheet has half the equations in slope - intercept form and half in standard form. Students can graph using the slope and y - intercept or using the zeros of the function or a combination of both.

The equations have whole numbers, fractions, and positive and negative numbers. There are even 4 equations where the y - intercept is a fraction. You have the option of not using these equations because a sheet with those lines already graphed is included.

I suggest you, the teacher, make a copy of the key on an overhead sheet. You can then check the students every 4 to 5 lines that they graph. Students will number their lines to help you check their work and more easily identify incorrect lines. This was a favourite of my students. A great way to reinforce graphing.