Teach factorising algebraic expressions with this engaging 26-slide interactive KS3 Maths lesson for Year 8.

Designed to take pupils from identifying factors and the highest common factor (HCF) through to factorising increasingly challenging algebraic expressions, this ready-to-use lesson combines clear worked examples with interactive, self-marking practice.

What’s included?
26 interactive teaching and activity slides.
Starter activity reviewing factors.
Clear step-by-step factorising examples.
Identifying the highest common factor (HCF).
Factorising expressions by taking out common factors.
Factorising expressions containing variables.
Multiple-choice activities.
Fill-in activities.
Drag-and-drop matching activities.
Differentiated practice.
Instant learner feedback.
Printable supplementary worksheet.
Answer support included.
Online and offline access options.
Learning objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils will develop their ability to:

understand factorisation as the reverse of expanding brackets
identify common factors and the HCF
factorise algebraic expressions
factorise expressions containing variables
check whether an expression has been fully factorised
apply their understanding to increasingly challenging problems
Perfect for

Year 8 Maths | KS3 Algebra | Factorising Expressions | Algebraic Expressions | Whole-Class Teaching | Independent Practice | Revision | Homework

Use the interactive lesson on the board for whole-class teaching or allow pupils to work through the activities independently.

No student downloads are required for the online version, making it ideal for classroom devices and home learning.

Save planning time while giving pupils immediate feedback as they practise factorising algebraic expressions.