Function of the Day: For Algebra 1

This book is a resource for teachers that will show how to incorporate Function of the Day bell work in math classrooms and explore a variety of approaches for engaging students. With Function of the Day, it is easy to accommodate all levels which makes it accessible to all students, thus giving students a positive math experience. The benefits of using this type of bell work include improved vocabulary and comprehension of key math concepts, enhanced long-term retention and confidence in math, higher test scores, and better preparation for higher level math. Function of the Day can be used in various educational settings such as homeschooling, online learning, and traditional classroom settings.
Function of the Day is a daily activity that gives students the opportunity to graph and analyze a function focusing on important concepts and vocabulary. Functions throughout the book build on previous concepts so that students retain their learning. This book contains a year's worth of functions introduced in Algebra 1: linear, systems and inequalities, exponential, quadratic, absolute value and more. There is an additional book available which focuses on functions specific to Algebra 2 and includes polynomial, radical, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions.