Level Ups: Adding and Subtracting Integers Practice Activity | 7th Grade Math

Turn integer practice into an engaging challenge with this Level Ups: Adding & Subtracting Integers activity for 7th grade math! Students progress through five scaffolded levels, starting with prerequisite skills and moving toward complex, real-world applications of integer addition and subtraction. Each level builds confidence step-by-step, with opportunities for immediate feedback, self-correction, and teacher checks. Whether used independently, in pairs, or as a class-wide challenge, the format motivates students to push themselves to higher levels while mastering the Common Core Standard 7.NS.A.1.

What makes this resource especially powerful is its flexibility and built-in engagement. The “Level Up” structure transforms practice into a game-like experience where students race against themselves (or classmates) to conquer new challenges, with raffle rewards or recognition adding extra motivation. Complete with teacher directions, solutions, and creative problem sets—including real-world contexts like temperatures and submersible drones—this activity makes adding and subtracting integers accessible, fun, and memorable for all learners.