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Free Year 8 Algebraic Expressions Worksheets

5 free algebraic expressions resources for Year 8: 5 worksheets. Answers included.

Simplifying, substituting and expanding expressions. In Year 8, Year 8 extends algebra to expanding brackets and two-step equations, adds percentages increase and decrease, ratio and rates, index laws and congruence.

Students will practise: identifying like terms; simplifying expressions by collecting like terms; working with negative coefficients; substituting values into expressions; evaluating expressions with negative numbers; following the order of operations; expanding single brackets; collecting like terms.

Recommended learning path

  1. 1Year 8 Simplifying Expressions (Like Terms) Worksheet — Level 2
  2. 2Year 8 Simplifying Expressions (Like Terms) Worksheet — Level 3
  3. 3Year 8 Substitution Worksheet — Level 2
  4. 4Year 8 Expanding Brackets Worksheet — Level 1
  5. 5Year 8 Expanding Brackets Worksheet — Level 1 (Set 2)
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Worksheets

Printable practice with an answer sheet.

  • Worksheet

    Year 8 Simplifying Expressions (Like Terms) Worksheet — Level 2

    Collect like terms and simplify algebraic expressions. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 8 worksheet has 14 questions…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    15 min
    Questions
    14 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Year 8 Simplifying Expressions (Like Terms) Worksheet — Level 3

    Collect like terms and simplify algebraic expressions. A challenge set for students ready to stretch further. This Year 8 worksheet has 14…

    Difficulty
    Level 3 · Challenge
    Time
    15 min
    Questions
    14 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Year 8 Substitution Worksheet — Level 2

    Substitute values into expressions and formulas and evaluate. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 8 worksheet has 12…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    10 min
    Questions
    12 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Year 8 Expanding Brackets Worksheet — Level 1

    Expand single brackets, then binomial products. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity. This Year 8 worksheet has…

    Difficulty
    Level 1 · Easier
    Time
    15 min
    Questions
    12 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Year 8 Expanding Brackets Worksheet — Level 1 (Set 2)

    Expand single brackets, then binomial products. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity. This Year 8 worksheet has…

    Difficulty
    Level 1 · Easier
    Time
    15 min
    Questions
    12 questions
    Answers
    Answers included

Common questions

What do Year 8 students learn about algebraic expressions?

Simplifying, substituting and expanding expressions. At Year 8, our resources focus on: identifying like terms; simplifying expressions by collecting like terms; working with negative coefficients; substituting values into expressions.

Where should we start?

Start with the Level 1 or Level 2 worksheet, then move up a level. Finish with the topic test if there is one.

Are answers included?

Yes — every worksheet has an answer sheet. Maths answer sheets show the working; English tasks include model answers or success criteria.

How to use these resources

  1. Start with the Level 1 worksheet for the topic — if it's easy, move up a level.
  2. Use the answer sheet's working, not just the final answer, to check the method.
  3. Finish a topic with the topic test to see whether the skill is secure.
  4. Two or three short sessions a week beat one long one.

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