Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Whole Language Approach in Solving Word Problems

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students explore the concept of word problems. In this word problems lesson, students read a version of the Three Little Pigs. Students discuss what math vocabulary words such as 'in all' and 'many more' meant in the story.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Law of Sines Word Problems

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students solve word problems using the law of sines. In this precalculus lesson plan, students work in groups as they define vocabulary terms. They apply the formula of sine to answer and solve problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Word Problems

For Students 5th - 7th Standards
In this word problem worksheet, students read word problems, determine the mathematical operation necessary to solve the problem, and place their answer in the space provided. To complete the problems, students must divide, multiply,...
Lesson Plan
Pennsylvania Department of Education

Using Multiplication to Solve Word Problems

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders solve word problems using multiplication. In this multiplication lesson plan, 4th graders write and solve word problems using their prior knowledge of multiplication.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Career Math Problems

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve career word problems using math.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

GENDER BIASED WORD PROBLEMS

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students identify word problems that show stereotyping and calculate the percentages.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Math - Word Problems

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students each receive a copy of the story problem worksheet. They read the story problems and think about them. They come up with a solution and solve the word problems, correcting if necessary.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Math Problems- Feet and Inches

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students complete basic math problems. In this measurement lesson, students learn about measuring in inches and feet. Students are given a worksheet where they work independently to complete addition problems with inches and feet.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Word Problems

For Students 5th
In this mathematics worksheet, 5th graders solve a number of word problems by selecting the best answer for each. They read each problem and fill in the bubble next to the answer selected.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Basic Operations in Word Problems

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Pupils review basic operations and use them to solve word problems. In this word problems lesson, students review basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Pupils then complete an activity...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Word Problem Day

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve word problems using algebra. In this algebra lesson, students rewrite problems using algebraic symbols and representations. They work together to find the answers to real life scenarios using math.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Toy Stories: Word Problems

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
In this word problem worksheet, pupils solve 5 word problems. Students write the mathematical equation beneath the problems, which are accompanied by pictures.
Worksheet
Fuel the Brain

Greatest and Least Word Problems

For Students 1st - 3rd
Your young learners are going to have to prove the answer for the greatest to least word problem. Using a chart for the second problem, your learners will have to use their mathematical terms to explain the solution. 
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra Word Problems

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this inequality word problem activity, students solve ten word problems related to algebra and inequalities. They first determine how many pounds of cheese it would take to make a specific amount of grated cheese topping. Students...
Worksheet
Curated OER

The Math of Science-Squares and Square Roots

For Students 7th - 9th
In this squares and square roots learning exercise, students practice finding the squares of numbers and the square roots of numbers given word problems.
Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Scientifically Speaking

For Teachers 7th - 10th Standards
Explore the connection between operations with scientific notation and the laws of exponents. Scholars work on a set of word problems involving operations with scientific notation. Along the way, they consider how the laws of exponents...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using the Correct Vocabulary to Solve Problems

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine the vocabulary and strategies to be used with addition, subtraction, and multiplication word and story problems. They observe the teacher solve a variety of problems, then write and illustrate their own original...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Bananas Problem

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students read a fraction word problem and find the solution. In this fraction word problem lesson, students read the word problem about fractions and find a solution. Students use the links to find different solutions to the problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Crazy 4 Math

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this word problems instructional activity, students problem solve 2 mathematical word problems dealing with multiplication and time increments.
Worksheet
Noyce Foundation

Time to Get Clean

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
It's assessment time! Determine your young mathematicians' understanding of elapsed time with this brief, five-question quiz.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Properties of Multiplication

For Students 5th - 6th
In this applying properties of multiplication to solve word problems worksheet, students use rectangles and the Distributive Property to problem solve. Students solve six problems.
Lesson Plan
New York State Education Department

TASC Transition Curriculum: Workshop 7

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Designed specifically for math instructors, the seventh workshop of a 15-part series allows time to explore Webb's DOK, ponder open-ended questions, and create lessons to apply what is learned. Teachers craft high-quality math problems...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ratios And Scale

For Teachers 9th - 12th
students investigate the concept of using a ratio in the work of construction and solve problems using real life applications. They read descriptions of how various types of construction professionals use ratios on the job. The lesson...
Assessment
EngageNY

End-of-Module Assessment Task - Geometry (module 2)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Increase the level of assessment rigor with the test of performance tasks. Topics include similar triangles, trigonometric ratios, Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and trigonometric problem solving.