Students examine a problem and develop the best method to arrive at the solution. In this math lesson, students apply basic math skills by coming up with the correct steps to solve a word problem. ...

Fifth graders estimate their results and then prove through calculations. In this math instructional activity, 5th graders solve problems using multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction. They also use mental math to solve their...

In this grade 5 math worksheet, 5th graders answer a set of 22 multiple choice problem solving and estimation questions. Worksheet may be completed on-line and answers submitted.

Students consider prices while planning a trip to Colonial Virginia. In this budgeting lesson, students construct an itinerary of events for a vacation. Students are responsible for working within the approved budget.

In this math worksheet, students will work with a coach to add numbers with decimals to the hundredths place. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.

It's assessment time! Determine your young mathematicians' understanding of elapsed time with this brief, five-question quiz.

Third graders add and subtract decimals.  In this third grade mathematics instructional activity, 3rd graders are given an imaginary $100 to purchase five Beanie Babies.  Students determine which five they would like to...

In this estimation worksheet, pupils read story problems, determine the correct operation, and mentally evaluate the problem by using compatible numbers or through the process of rounding. Students complete three multiple choice problems.

Third graders determine the outcome of each of the following situations and justify their findings: even number + even number = ?, even number + odd number = ?, odd number + odd number = ?, and odd number + even number = ?.

A thorough exploration into subtracting multi-digit numbers, this series of lessons is an excellent way to guide learners of any skill level. With a step-by-step lesson plan and straightforward assessment tools, kids are sure to...

Extend young mathematicians' understanding of area with a geometry lesson on trapezoids. Building on their prior knowledge of rectangles and triangles, students learn how to calculate the area of trapezoids and other...

Pupils use the problem solving strategy of guess and check to investigate math word problems. They determine which problem solving strategy or strategies would work best in problem situations.

Using a real-world example, this problem illustrates the thought process that learners need to engage in to understand adding mixed numbers with common denominators. First by looking at estimation, and then by drawing models that...

Explore the concept of volume of prisms using an applet to perform the calculations. The link to the interactive applet is embedded into the lesson plan as well as a link to associated data sheets. Get your math class to the computer lab...

Fourth graders use number facts to estimate quotients. In this division lesson plan, 4th graders examine long division problems to determine which multiple of ten will help them determine a number that is close to a quotient. They adjust...

Second graders calculate mileage for a journey. In this place value and measurement lesson, 2nd graders read Johnny Appleseed, work in groups to locate his birthplace on a map, locate the other states he stopped in, and measure the...

Sixth graders practice creating and solving number sentences on a calculator. They interact with number facts, their properties, algorithms and estimation. Each student recognizes inverse relationships of addition, subtraction,...

Studets practice problem solving and comparison of quantities, ratios and prproportions. They develop a plan for determining the height of a flagpole complete with drawings and calculations. In addition, they complete a written...

In this estimation of sums and differences worksheet, 7th graders solve 20 different problems that are related to estimation of numbers. They add or subtract each problem as shown. Then, students estimate the sums and differences for...

Investigate the growth rates of alien animals. Pupils study fictional animals from another planet to determine how much they grow per year. The investigators plot the growth of their animals over a period of time and then compare...

Students explore a variety of math concepts. In this integrating technology instructional activity, students visit online webtools such as Max's Math Adventure, I Know That Math, Hands on Banking, and more.  A description of each...

Students explore how jelly beans are produced. They discuss the origins of the jelly bean and view a video about how jelly beans are prepared, tested, shaped, finished, and shipped and estimate the amount of jelly beans in a jar and sort...

Third graders explore their addition and subtraction skills. In this number sense lesson plan, 3rd graders analyze different scoring possibilities for a basketball game. This lesson plan incorporates the use a video titled...

In this addition learning exercise, students estimate the value of the addition problems to the nearest 10. Students complete 8 estimation problems.