Dr. Math Gets You Ready for Algebra: Learning Pre-Algebra Is Easy! Just Ask Dr. Math!

Introduction.

PART 1: Fundamental Operations

1. Introduction to Algebraic Thinking.

2. Variables.

3. Exponents.

4. Large and Small Numbers.

5. Order of Operations.

6. Distributive Property and Other Properties.

Resources on the Web.

PART 2: Integers.

1. Coordinate Graphing of Integers.

2. Origin of Integers.

3. Adding and Subtracting Integers.

4. Multiplying and Dividing Integers.

5. Absolute Value.

Resources on the Web.

PART 3: Real Numbers.

1. Rational Numbers.

2. Factoring.

3. Squares and Square Roots.

4. Irrational Numbers.

5. Pi.

6. Real Numbers.

Resources on the Web.

PART 4: Equations with Variables.

1. Solving Basic Equations.

2. Graphing Equations.

3. Equivalent Equations.

Resources on the Web.

PART 5: Algebra Applications.

1. Ratio and Proportion.

2. Area and Perimeter.

3. Distance, Rate, and Time Problems.

4. Rate of Work Problems.

Resources on the Web.

Glossary.

Index.