2.6 Expanding Single Brackets GCSE PowerPoint Lesson

In this 24-slide lesson, pupils will develop their algebraic fluency by learning how to expand single brackets using the distributive law. They will practise multiplying a single term across a bracket and build up to taking the sum of two single bracket expressions.

(e.g. 2(x + 5) + 3(x – 1)).

The lesson includes:

• Clear, guided examples

• Discussion opportunities from Think, Pair, Share

• Mini whiteboard section to check understanding and clarify misconceptions

• Two structured tasks to practise key skills

• Challenge activity to extend and deepen learning

Perfect for engaging learners while reinforcing essential algebra concepts.