Welcome, Families!

In this unit, your student is exploring one of the most important building blocks of algebra: functions. A function is a mathematical rule that assigns exactly one output to every input. Think of it like a machine that always gives you a predictable result based on what you put in. Over the course of three lessons, your scholar will learn how to identify functions, write function rules, graph them, and connect them to real-world situations like cost, distance, and time.

Here is a quick snapshot of what each lesson covers:

• Lesson 1 – Categorizing Relationships: Students learn to recognize whether a relationship is a function using graphs, tables, ordered pairs, and diagrams

• Lesson 2 – Real-World Modeling: Students apply function rules to real-world datasets and practice interpreting what the math actually means in context

• Lesson 3 – Communicating Functions: Students bring it all together by creating a digital portfolio that includes an equation, a graph, and a written explanation of a real-world function of their choice

Final Project: For the final lesson, your student will use Canva to create a digital presentation or infographic showcasing their learning. We encourage you to ask your scholar to walk you through their project at home while having them explain their work out loud is one of the best ways to reinforce their understanding!

Want to learn more or support your scholar at home? Linked below are resources for each lesson with videos, practice problems, and interactive tools you can explore together.