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Math-U-See Algebra 1

Math-U-See Algebra 1 builds on Pre-Algebra with a full first-year algebra course. Students learn to graph lines, solve simultaneous equations, and work with exponents and polynomials — with the same build-write-say method making abstract algebra concrete.

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What Math-U-See Algebra 1 Covers

  • Commutative, associative, and distributive properties
  • Solving equations with one or more unknowns
  • Graphing lines, slope, and the slope-intercept formula
  • Simultaneous equations
  • Exponents and square roots
  • Adding, multiplying, and factoring polynomials
  • Unit multipliers and conversions

Math-U-See Algebra 1 Table of Contents

Algebra 1: Legacy Edition teaches all basic algebra concepts. These include basic properties, solving equations (including simultaneous equations), coin problems, exponents and square roots, scientific notation, unit multipliers, and metric conversions. Graphing lines is covered in detail, and graphing conic sections is introduced.

35 lessons

  • Lesson 1·Commutative and Associative Properties

  • Lesson 2·Order of Operations and Absolute Value

  • Lesson 3·Solving for an Unknown with One Variable

  • Lesson 4·Distributive Property

  • Lesson 5·Number Lines and Cartesian Coordinates

  • Lesson 6·Graphing a Line

  • Lesson 7·Slope-Intercept Formula

  • Lesson 8·Graphing a Line from the Slope-Intercept Formula

  • Lesson 9·Graphing Parallel Lines and the Standard Equation of a Line

  • Lesson 10·Graphing Perpendicular Lines

  • Lesson 11·Finding the Slope-Intercept Formula with Different Givens

  • Lesson 12·Graphing Inequalities

  • Lesson 13·Solving Simultaneous Equations by Graphing

  • Lesson 14·Solving Simultaneous Equations by Substitution

  • Lesson 15·Solving Simultaneous Equations by Elimination

  • Lesson 16·Coin Problems

  • Lesson 17·Consecutive Integers

  • Lesson 18·Multiplication and Division with Exponents

  • Lesson 19·Negative Exponents and Raising Exponents to a Power

  • Lesson 20·Addition and Multiplication of Polynomials

  • Lesson 21·Factor Polynomials

  • Lesson 22·Factor Trinomials with Coefficients

  • Lesson 23·Factor Trinomials with Negative Numbers

  • Lesson 24·Square Roots and Dividing Polynomials

  • Lesson 25·Difference of Two Squares and Oriental Squares

  • Lesson 26·Repeated Factoring of Polynomials

  • Lesson 27·Solving Equations with Factoring

  • Lesson 28·Unit Multipliers

  • Lesson 29·Square Unit Multipliers

  • Lesson 30·Metric Conversions

  • Lesson 31·Fractional Exponents

  • Lesson 32·Significant Digits and Scientific Notation

  • Lesson 33·Bases Other Than Ten

  • Lesson 34·Graphing a Circle and an Ellipse

  • Lesson 35·Graphing a Parabola and a Hyperbola

Math-U-See Levels

AlphaBetaGammaDeltaEpsilonZetaPre-AlgebraAlgebra 1

Math-U-See Algebra 1 — Common Questions

Math-U-See Algebra 1 covers Commutative, associative, and distributive properties, solving equations with one or more unknowns, graphing lines, slope, and the slope-intercept formula, simultaneous equations, exponents and square roots, adding, multiplying, and factoring polynomials, and unit multipliers and conversions. Lessons build incrementally and review earlier skills so concepts stick over time.
Math-U-See Algebra 1 is designed for students working at roughly a 8th Grade level, but placement is based on mastered skills rather than age. The most reliable way to confirm the right starting point is to take the free placement test.
Most students complete Math-U-See Algebra 1 in one school year at a pace of about four to five lessons per week. You can move faster or slower — the program is self-paced, so spend extra time on tougher topics and move quickly through ones your student already knows.
Math-U-See video lessons with Nicole the Math Lady are in development (Coming Fall 2026). You can take the free placement test now to find the right level and join the waitlist to be the first to know when Math-U-See Algebra 1 launches.

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