Simplifying linear equations and algebraic expressions can certainly be frustrating; especially when the variable is a part of a fraction. The variable can be in either the numerator or denominator for this graphic organizer as the idea is to keep the variable on the same side. This graphic organizer takes the students through steps which are each in their own color of text or box. Not only are the steps color coded, but there is an reminder on the sheet that helps students remember how to multi