Videos
This video will help write algebraic expressions in words.
http://my.hrw.com/math06_07/nsmedia/lesson_videos/alg1/player.html?contentSrc=6311/6311.xml
http://my.hrw.com/math06_07/nsmedia/lesson_videos/alg1/player.html?contentSrc=6311/6311.xml
Here are some videos that explain and teach how to solve/simplify linear equations.