Worksheet
Curated OER

Sunshine Math 3

For Students 4th - 6th
In this word problems worksheet, learners read and problem solve nine  mathematical word problems involving grids, measurement, compensation and angles.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Justifying Answers

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Young scholars study story problems and learn how to find and justify their answers. They will use a story problem and then respond to the prompt questions from the teacher. They must add and subtract facts to 6 and learn how to justify...
Organizer
Curated OER

Problem-Solving Strategy: Use Logical Reasoning

For Students 4th - 5th
In this problem-solving worksheet, students solve 1 mathematical word problem by figuring out the answers to 7 questions. Students record their answers on the lines provided.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Estimating Solutions to Word Problems

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore number sense by completing word problems in class. In this estimation lesson, 4th graders define terms such as sum, difference, estimate and best. Students complete estimating worksheets based on the concept of...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Crazy 4 Math

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this word problems worksheet, students problem solve 2 mathematical word problems dealing with multiplication and time increments.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Play Time!

For Students 3rd
In this reasoning learning exercise, 3rd graders analyze a sketch of a house and two feeder houses in order to answer 4 mathematical word problems related to distance.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Brain Booster: Doubles

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this problem solving worksheet, students read, solve and illustrate the answers to 2 mathematical word problems involving numbers and doubles.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Block It: Using a Manipulative to Solve Math Problems

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars practice using visuals to solve math problems. In this math manipulative lesson, students utilize pattern blocks to participate in a class game in which geometric shapes touch other player's pieces. Young scholars gain...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Investigation - Who is Right?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore mathematics by solving problems in groups. In this math functions lesson, 3rd graders demonstrate their understanding of addition and subtraction by completing two digit math problems. Students define a list of math...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponents

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore mathematics by participating in a SMART Board activity. In this exponents lesson plan, 6th graders identify the different exponential powers of a number and discuss how the power of the number accumulates. Students...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Repeated addition, Multiplication and Division

For Students 3rd - 5th
Not only will your class practice solving addition, multiplication, and division word problems, but they also have the opportunity to try to put the mathematical expression into words. These skills will help your students with future...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

From Trees to Paper

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate logging and the process of paper making.  In this forestry instructional activity, 6th graders analyze pictures of trees being processed into the paper they use everyday.  Students solve and create...
Activity
Curated OER

Math Challenges

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in a series of challenging math lessons designed to engage their critical thinking skills. In these real-world problem solving lessons, student solve symmetry and repeated pattern problems, make lists/tables to...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Classroom Christmas Tree

For Teachers K
Students practice their addition by participating in a Christmas Tree activity.  In this holiday math lesson, students complete math problems at their desk and match their answers with ornaments on a tree.  Students are given...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Investigation: The Local Bagel Shop

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore economics by solving business math problems. In this ratio and proportion lesson, 6th graders examine different meals to be purchased at a coffee shop and compare which prices make which meals a better purchase....
Lesson Plan
Pennsylvania Department of Education

Fractions of a Set

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore number sense by completing a number set worksheet. In this fractions lesson, students utilize pattern blocks as a visual reference to the fractions they practice identifying. Students read the book Clean-Sweep Campers...
Worksheet
Curated OER

First and Then

For Students 2nd - 5th
In this Christmas problem solving worksheet, learners solve 7 mathematical problems by first doing the work in parentheses and then solving each problem.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Patterns In Multiplication

For Teachers 5th - 7th
For this patterns in multiplication worksheet, students, working with a partner, problem solve and calculate the answers to fifteen word problems or mathematical equations involving patterns in multiplication.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mastering Math Vocabulary

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate factors by utilizing mathematical terms.   In this number sense lesson, 5th graders discuss and define terms such as factors, multiples, and denominators.  Students create a Venn Diagram when...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Budgeting: You Can't Manage What You Don't Know

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students discuss budgets. In this mathematics lesson plan, students watch an episode of Biz Kid$ about budgeting, participate in a guided group discussion, and create a pamphlet to teach others how to budget their money. Extension...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Stop Signs, Musical Notes, Letters & Logos: Designing Symbols

For Teachers K - 1st
Students develop an awareness of environmental print, such as signs, logos, brand names, and other print and non-print items that the children see and read in their neighborhood each day. They then engage in active problem solving as...
Lesson Plan
Pennsylvania Department of Education

Equal Groups

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore statistics by completing a graphing activity. In this data analysis lesson, students define a list of mathematical vocabulary terms before unpacking a box of raisins. Students utilize the raisins to plot data on a line...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Design a Better Classroom Workplace

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students design a new classroom workplace. In this architecture lesson, students use area formulas to identify the problem with the existing desks in their classroom. Students design their own solution volume formulas to solve the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Musical Math Challenge

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders engage in a lesson in which problem solving is set to music - like musical chairs. They listen to classical music to set a thought-provoking atmosphere. This is also an excellent method of reinforcement or review.