Illustrative Mathematics
Equivalent Expressions?
Pre-algebra pupils need to understand that two expressions are only equal if they have the same value. Show them that once the expression is multiplied by a number, the value of the expression changes. It makes for a good lead-in to...
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Summer Packing
In this problem solving activity, 4th graders write four problems that can be solved. Students use the information provided in order to create problems that can be solved using multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction. The...
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Divide 3 and 4 Digit Numbers
In this division worksheet, students solve 6 word problems in which they divide three and four digit numbers. They describe where the mistake is in one of the problems.
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Hands On: Add and Subtract Money Amounts
In this consumer math worksheet, students use a table and play money to solve each of 8 money story problems. Students will use a price list provided.
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Model Subtraction from Numbers to 100
In this subtraction worksheet, students solve the subtraction word problems that range in number to 100. Students solve six subtraction word problems.
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Multiply With Zeros
In this multiplication worksheet, students solve six multiplication story problem. The problems include numbers containing at least one zero.
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Choose the Operation
For this problem solving worksheet, students solve 6 problems in which picture clues are analyzed and the correct operation and math sentence are selected from 2 choices.
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Add or Subtract
In this problem solving worksheet, students solve 3 story problems in which a situation is described that will require addition or subtraction. Students write the correct number sentence, then solve.
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Choose the Operation
In this problem solving worksheet, students solve 2 multiple choice story problems pertaining to home remodeling. Students choose the correct operation that should be used for each problem.
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Reading a Schedule
In this math problem solving activity, students complete 4 questions in which the time on a clock is compared to a daily schedule chart. Students circle the correct activity for each time.
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Write a Number Sentences
In this problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders use strategies to solve story problems. Students write a number sentence for two word problems and complete the operation for a solution in each.
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Choose the Operation
In this problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders need to choose the correct operation. Students complete 3 story problems deciding if they need to add or subtract in each.
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Are There Enough?
For this problem solving worksheet, students read 4 math stories and use counters to figure out how many more are needed. Students circle yes or no to indicate if there are enough objects for each animal in the story.
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Crafty Computation
In this problem solving worksheet, 5th graders look over a table with information relating to 3 items needed at a crafts fair and the cost of each one. Students answer 4 questions with multiple choice answers and 3 short answer questions.
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Choose the Operation
In this problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders choose the correct operation to find a solution. Students read 3 story problems and must decide to add, subtract, multiply, or divide to find the correct answer.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
How Many Triangles?
For this triangles worksheet, learners problem solve and shade triangles within other triangles. Students complete two problems.
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Mental Math Strategies
In this mental math worksheet, students study the detailed instructions and examples for adding or subtracting numbers using "breaking apart" or compensation. Students solve 17 mental math problems.
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Mental Math Strategies
In this mental math activity, students read an information box that explains how to use breaking apart or compensation to solve addition or subtraction problems. Students add or subtract using mental math in 8 examples.
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Compare Length and Height
In this comparing length and height word problem worksheet, students compare drawings of objects visually to determine which is longer, longest, shorter, and shortest and make a chart to solve logical reasoning problems. Students solve...
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Hands On: Plot Points on a Coordinate Grid
In this solving coordinate grid word problem activity, students plot points, order pairs, identify horizontal and vertical lines, and find distances to solve problems. Students solve six problems.
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Add With Ten
In this addition worksheet, students solve 6 problems in which a number is added to 10. Students read the story problem, write the number sentence, and solve.
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Divide 2-Digit Numbers
Calling all cars! It's time to solve some division problems! A chart of special police units and the number of officers in each provides the data for six word problems. Young recruits use their division skills to solve them. Note that...
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Add Whole Numbers
In this addition worksheet, students solve 6 problems in which larger numbers will be added with carrying. These are story problems. Students write the number sentence needed and solve.
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Graphs of Formulas
In this worksheet students fill out a function table after reading a short word problem. This is a good way for students to practice the necessary skills for solving word problems or setting up algebra equations.