No Prep Sub Plans: Inequalities Project – Strategy Game (Grade 6-8)

No Prep Sub Plans: Inequalities Strategy Game (Grades 6–8)
Make inequalities engaging and strategic! This no prep, print-and-go project helps students master comparing, solving, and graphing inequalities by designing their own math-based strategy game.
Perfect for sub plans, review, or project-based learning, this resource turns a challenging concept into something interactive and fun.
What’s Included:
- Student-friendly project overview and clear directions
- Mini research activity focused on: - Inequality symbols (<, >, ≤, ≥)
- Solving inequalities
- Graphing on a number line (open vs. closed circles)
- Real-world applications of inequalities

- Step-by-step game design project with structured guidance
- Game planning page with sections for: - Skill being practiced
- Game rules and gameplay
- How to win
- Creative “twist” element
- Materials checklist

- Teacher directions page (simple and easy to follow)
- Black and white version for easy printing
Skills Covered:
- Comparing values using inequality symbols
- Solving one-step (and introductory multi-step) inequalities
- Graphing inequalities on a number line
- Understanding how operations affect inequalities
- Applying inequalities to real-world situations
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
- Truly no prep – just print and go
- Makes inequalities visual, interactive, and strategic
- Engaging alternative to traditional worksheets
- Works for individual or group projects
- Keeps students focused and productive
- Clear structure supports all learners
Perfect For:
- Sub plans
- Math centers or stations
- End-of-unit projects
- Review and reinforcement
- Early finishers
- Project-based learning