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Aging Problem
In this aging problem, students read a word problem, write an equation, and determine the current age of specified persons. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. The answer is provided at the bottom of the page.
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Raging River
In this measurement worksheet, 3rd graders read a passage on the Mississippi River and then answer five short answer questions relating to the length of the river.
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Track Meet
In this reasoning worksheet, 3rd graders look over a table with statistics and solve the answers to 5 word problems related to the table about a class track meet.
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Winchester Transit Problem
In this transit problem worksheet, high schoolers read clues about bus stops and their routes. They determine the time between stops and the shortest path possible. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. ...
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Best lesson in the whole world!
Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction lesson, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...
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Thinking Skills: Find the Correct Fruit
In this thinking skills activity, students read 3 clues to determine which fruit (from four choices) is the correct one. Students draw an X on each fruit that does not fit the clues and circle the correct fruit. The clues refer to the...
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Models with monomials and polynomials
Students participate in a lesson that focuses on the concepts of combining monomials to make polynomial expressions. They use algebra tiles to complete the exercises in the lesson. This is hands-on learning with successive problem...
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Treasure to Ship
Second graders explore and solve an algebraic word problem. They listen to a poem about pirates, describe the word problem in their own words, and independently solve the problem using colored rods to represent the pirates and treasure...
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Teach Students a Range of Problem-Solving Strategies
Arming students with a multitude of strategies will help them meet their math challenges.
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High Mountain Retreat
Students explore and analyze atmospheric conditions for a high mountain retreat. They examine the relationship between altitude, atmospheric pressure, temperature and humidity at a particular location. In addition, they write reports...
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Little Pigs with Big Problems
First graders solve one problem per day regarding the story of Three Little Pigs. In this math journals lesson, 1st graders solve problems on a daily basis using the story of the Three Little Pigs.
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Odd Is In
Pupils play a game with coins and then use reasoning skills to develop a strategy for winning the game.
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Triangle Sums
Fourth graders determine a way to place numbers in the nine circles that are arranged in a triangular pattern so that each side has an equal sum. They use each number once and practice adding single digit numbers.
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The 3 R's of Common Denominators (Language)
Students solve various word problems that deal with common denominators, and write the mathematical explanations they used to obtain the solutions.
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Brainstorming and Number Patterns
Ninth graders discover what it means to "brainstorm." They explore a given simple number pattern and then, working in groups, brainstorm more complicated number patterns. They display them around the room and then solve the number...
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Conversions Using English Units
Young scholars explore the concept of English units. In this English units activity, students convert from one English unit to another English unit. Young scholars estimate the size and weight of objects using English units.
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Kodable
Prepare young scholars for life in the twenty-first century with this introduction to computer coding formatted as a fun problem solving game, this resource is a great way to develop children's sequential thinking...
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The Life of C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis is considered one of the greatest Christian writers of all time. A slide show presentation provides an overview of his life and work. It includes multiple perspectives to give your class a well-rounded view of an amazing author.
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Brain Teaser - Wallet
In this logic activity, students solve a word problem using logic about having money and spending 1/5 of it. Students complete 1 problem.
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Brain Teaser - Restaurant
In this logic worksheet, students solve a word problem using logic about women and their daughters eating at a restaurant. Students complete 1 problem.
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Brain Teaser - Sons
In this logic worksheet, students solve a word problem using logic about sons and their ages by reading the clues. Students complete 1 problem.
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Brain Teaser - Shell
In this logic worksheet, students solve a word problem using logic about water rising and touching a shell. Students complete 1 problem.
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Brain Teaser - One, Two, Three
In this logic worksheet, students solve a number problem using logic about the sequence of numbers 1, 2, and 3. Students complete 1 problem.
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Catch My Mistake
In this logic worksheet, students determine the errors and correctly substitute the number that makes the statement true. There are 8 questions.