Operations with Integers
In Grade 7, integers are fully operational: students add, subtract, multiply, and divide across the positives and negatives. The rules for multiplying integers (negative × negative = positive) can be justified using patterns — students who see why the rule works don't need to just memorize it.
What students explore
In Grade 7, integers are fully operational: students add, subtract, multiply, and divide across the positives and negatives. The rules for multiplying integers (negative × negative = positive) can be justified using patterns — students who see why the rule works don't need to just memorize it.
Key ideas
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers. Apply integer operations to multi-step problems. Represent integer operations on a number line. Solve real-world problems involving integers.
Putting it together
Apply these ideas through hands-on activities, guided practice, and real-world problems.