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LO: To Solve Fraction Word Problems
What a terrific way to review fractions! Learners answer 20 word problems involving fractional amounts. This is a great way to connect classroom knowledge to real life. Be aware that this was written in the UK, and so there are no dollar...
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Ratio Problems and Bar/Block Models Two
Learners complete word problems about ratios using fractions, money, and more. Pupils complete four problems.
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Using Simple Equations To Solve Word Problems
In this math worksheet, students learn to read a word problem, write an equation, solve for the variable and write and label the answer. There are examples given at the top of the page although directions tell students to "use...
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Addition word problems
In this word problems worksheet, students complete word problems with one and two digit numbers. Students complete 6 word problems.
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Christmas Themed Math Word Problems-Up To 20
Your class will need to use addition and subtraction to solve these word problems. There are 2 Christmas themed problems to solve and a work space for each.
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Subtraction: Basic Word Problems
In this word problem worksheet, students solve a total of 6 simple subtraction word problems. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Problem Solving in British Pounds
Compare the cost of four common food items at the grocery store! The value of these objects is represented in British pounds, but you could cross this off if it's too confusing for your elementary learners.
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Addition and Subtraction word problems
In this word problems worksheet, students solve addition, subtraction, money, decimals, and percentage word problems. Students solve 47 problems total.
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Halloween Themed Math Word Problems--Up to 100
In this money and fractions instructional activity, 2nd graders practice solving 2 word problems involving a Halloween theme with an emphasis on money and fractions.
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Cinco de Mayo Shopping Spree
Add a festive flair to math instruction on Cinco de Mayo with a learning exercise designed to reinforce division, finding unit prices, and solving word problems.
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Percentages
Review a percentage of math skills. Designed to review for the General Certificate of Secondary Education Math assessment, the resource provides practice with a variety of percent problems. Items provide pupils problems ranging from...
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Sweethearts Candy
Sweethearts® candies are a beloved Valentine's Day treat—so much so that eight billion hearts are produced every year around the world! Learners use number sense reasoning and critical thinking to solve nine word problems about the...
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Two-Step Problems and Money Concepts
Elementary schoolers solve two-step equations and practice money concepts. They solve multi-step addition and subtraction contextual problems and apply money concepts to real life situations. Pupils use pictures and counters to help them...
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Problem Solving Strategy: Guess & Check
In this problem solving activity, students solve 11 different problems that include using the guess and check method to solve each one. First, they use the chart to figure out the number of and types of pets each person has. Then,...
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UK Number Problems
Young mathematicians can work these word problems to practice applying their two-digit multiplication and division to the 12s. Designed for use by learners in the UK, money problems are in denomination of pounds and pence, and cultural...
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Find the Change
In this money worksheet, 4th graders complete money word problems where they find the change. Students complete 4 money word problems total.
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Multiplication Word problems
In this multiplication worksheet, students solve word problems involving money, cars, and more. Students complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Fraction Word Problems Online 2
For this fractions worksheet, learners complete fraction word problems. They complete 10 multiple choice problems containing one and two digit numbers.
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What's on Sale?
Students explore sale items. In this money and percent math lesson, students work in groups to locate food ads in the newspaper. Students identify sales and calculate final prices using percentage discounts. Students...
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Math Word Problems
In this solving story problems learning exercise, students multiply, add, subtract, fill in numbers before and after, find elapsed time, and count value of coins. Students solve 10 problems.
Illustrative Mathematics
What is 23 ÷ 5?
Twenty-three divided by five can have a different value depending on the unit of measurement being asked. Learners problem solve 23 divided by 5 in a series of five word problems.
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Splashes of Spring Math Centers
Spring into math practice with a set of resources that taps into a variety of math practice. Skills include matching expressions to their definitions, a place value sorting activity, three multiplication and division games,...
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Thinking Things Through Thoroughly
Problem solving is a skill of its own. Learners use a variety of problems to encourage mental math and logic to get the correct answer. Guiding questions are provided along the way to encourage the right way of thinking to help tackle...
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"Andy Works for Charity"
Explore a real-word math problem with your class. Strengthen their problem-solving strategies by coming up with an answer to a money question. They work in groups to determine the answer. Also, they share with the class the various...