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Math Profile Assessment Tool -- Grade 3
Math Profile Assessment Tool -- Grade 3
The Math Profile Assessment Tool is a student, teacher and parent friendly strategy in line with the assessment for learning philosophy. It assess...
By Tanya Braybrook
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Christmas Multiplication
Christmas Multiplication
This printable is a great way to get your students excited about multiplying. These simple story problems are a great way to introduce multiplicati...
By Alison Crawford
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Subject: Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanzaa, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Grasshoppers and Proportions Workbook
Grasshoppers and Proportions Workbook
The following workbook offers a great way of teaching proportions with the theme of grasshoppers. The initial question asks If a grasshopper were y...
By Hands On Math
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Subject: Numbers, Word Problems, Basic Operations Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 2 Days
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Illustrating Addition Story  Problems: 2nd - 3rd
Illustrating Addition Story Problems: 2nd - 3rd
This is a quickie problem solving lesson for 2nd and 3rd grade. Students read the math story problems. Then they drag chips to illustrate the probl...
By Edison U. Ratio Smart
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Word problem approach (anchor charts)
Word problem approach (anchor charts)
Help teach students to think carefully about a word problem before they try to solve it! Anchor charts help remind students to (T) think about the...
By Heidi Weber
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Subject: Math, Basic Operations, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Powerpoint Algebra word problems- Motion Problems Rate(Time)= Distance
Powerpoint Algebra word problems- Motion Problems Rate(Time)= Distance
Powerpoint presentation solving Motion Problems based on Rate(Time)=Distance using a chart. Many possible problem types are explained using animati...
By Andy Nicastro
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Subject: Algebra, Math Test Prep, Word Problems Level(s): 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Integer Word Problems (Adding and Subtracting)
Integer Word Problems (Adding and Subtracting)
This 8 problem document has students using addition and subtraction of integers in order to solve word problems. Students must first write an expr...
By Laura Becker
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Subject: Algebra, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A

Word Problem Strategies
Word Problem Strategies
Word Problem Strategies poster. Word problems can be extremely difficult for elementary-age students. These simple steps (in the form of a handy po...
By Mrs. Lane
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Subject: Basic Operations, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Multiply-Divide-Decimals-Place Value-Perimeter-Area Pre-Post Test
Multiply-Divide-Decimals-Place Value-Perimeter-Area Pre-Post Test
This is a pre-post test for long division, multiplication of 1-digit and 2-digit numbers, adding and subtracting decimals, place value, perimeter, ...
By Tammy Griffis
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Subject: Geometry, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 45 Minutes

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3rd Grade Number Sense (Addition/Subtraction) Word Problem Quiz
3rd Grade Number Sense (Addition/Subtraction) Word Problem Quiz
This 10 question, multiple choice quiz covers the Florida Sunshine State Standard of: MA.A.3.2.3.1. However, this quiz can be used in other states-...
By Science Matters!
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Subject: Math, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Multiply and Divide Whole Numbers Warm-Ups
Multiply and Divide Whole Numbers Warm-Ups
This six-page document is designed to be a 10-day set of warm-ups on multiplying and dividing whole numbers. There are two sets of five-day warm-u...
By Tj Cheyenne
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Subject: Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Word Problems Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 2 Weeks

Using the Pythagorean Theorem to Solve Real-World Problems
Using the Pythagorean Theorem to Solve Real-World Problems
This lesson plan uses the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real-world problems. Students are modeled to use the information in the word problem to draw...
By Joe Fraioli
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Subject: Word Problems, Geometry, Algebra Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: 50 Minutes

Writing in Math - Comparing Fractions
Writing in Math - Comparing Fractions
This mini-unit is intended to supplement your core curriculum. It takes a constructivist approach as students build their own understanding of what...
By Jenneke
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Subject: Math, Fractions, Word Problems Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 1 Week

Fractions Abound!
Fractions Abound!
There is A LOT of good work here for your students. This is a complete set of 10 worksheets on various aspects of fractions. Here is what you’ll ...
By David Filipek
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Subject: Fractions, Mental Math, Word Problems Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Solving Problems Using Percents - more examples
Solving Problems Using Percents - more examples
This document explains how several "more complicated" word problems involving percents can actually be reduced to simpler questions by ensuring tha...
By Sarah Rainsberger
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Subject: Math, Word Problems, Basic Math Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Problem Solving Strategies Bookmark
Problem Solving Strategies Bookmark
Great resource for helping students with problem solving. Students can have this bookmark in hand and look for strategies that they can use before ...
By Mrs. Cepeda
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Subject: Math, Math Test Prep, Word Problems Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Dr. Seuss Math Word Problems
Dr. Seuss Math Word Problems
This document includes a PDF file with 5 different word problems based on Dr. Seuss books. They are geared for K-1 and have a space for a picture ...
By Elaine Shindelar
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Subject: Basic Operations, Word Problems Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Mystery Prize Word Problems
Mystery Prize Word Problems
This is a great class opener or wrap-up exercise which encourages students to make up their own word problems using the digits of the day. Student...
By Dimitra
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Subject: Word Problems Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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4 Types of Math Word Problems (Worksheet)
4 Types of Math Word Problems (Worksheet)
4 Types of Math Word Problems (1 page worksheet). *Students have to solve the word problems as well as specify whether they are an addition, su...
By Mrs. Lane
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Subject: Basic Operations, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Literature + Logic = Math-emagical Thinking
Literature + Logic = Math-emagical Thinking
"Literature + Logic = Math-emagical Thinking" contains logic problems that can be used in conjunction with reading popular children's books. The in...
By Judy Knight
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Subject: Math, Word Problems, Critical Thinking Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

Landscaping Math Problem
Landscaping Math Problem
Over lunch, we were talking about how student's never believe that they will use math in real life. This is a problem an English teacher in our sc...
By Vanessa Moon
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Subject: Math Test Prep, Geometry, Word Problems Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Writing and Solving Equations Scaffolded Worksheet
Writing and Solving Equations Scaffolded Worksheet
This 8 question worksheet gives students 8 different situations. They must define the variable, write the equation and then solve the equation with...
By Lindsay Perro
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Subject: Algebra, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Standard Form Equations in the Real World
Standard Form Equations in the Real World
This three page activity encourages students to be able to write an equation in standard form from a word problem, create a table of solutions and ...
By Lindsay Perro
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Subject: Math, Algebra, Word Problems Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: N/A
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Algebra 1 Examview  Bank -  Equations and Inequalities - CA Standard 5
Algebra 1 Examview Bank - Equations and Inequalities - CA Standard 5
Examview question bank containing a comprehensive set of questions (52) that are all dynamic, covering California's Standard 5 (linear equations an...
By Jerry Feliciano
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Subject: Algebra, Word Problems, Math Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Math Problem Solving Folder
Math Problem Solving Folder
This product consists of 3 pages which can be used to create your Math Problem Solving Folder. Once created, you will have a great tool for studen...
By Ms. S-d's Classroom Creations
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Subject: Math, Word Problems, Basic Operations Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Money Math Activity
Money Math Activity
Eighteen story problem activity cards are matched with money cards. Story problems ask students to add and subtract money. They then must count cha...
By Rebecca Palmer
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Subject: Decimals, Word Problems, Applied Math Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

Whole Numbers Tic-Tac-Learn PowerPoint Game
Whole Numbers Tic-Tac-Learn PowerPoint Game
This PowerPoint game has players working with whole numbers to solve word problems dealing with sums, differences, logic, and estimations. To ad...
By Vintage Teacher
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Multiplication Arrays
Multiplication Arrays
This is a worksheet using arrays for multiplication. It includes graph paper. It is great for second and third graders being introduced to multip...
By Courtney Marsh
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Subject: Math, Basic Operations, Word Problems Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Fun with Functions
Fun with Functions
This packet includes a PowerPoint, worksheet, activity, and project. PowerPoint- reviews definition and how to determine function from a mapping...
By Melissa Vandercook
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Subject: Algebra, Graphing, Word Problems Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: N/A

Race to the Answer Word Problems Matching Game  First Grade
Race to the Answer Word Problems Matching Game First Grade
This is a fun way to incorporate addition and subtraction word problems for your primary students. This is a matching game like memory. Included ...
By Busy Me Plus Three
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Subject: Math, Mental Math, Word Problems Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Ratio Intro Activity - Easy as ABC; Relating Fractions and Ratios
Ratio Intro Activity - Easy as ABC; Relating Fractions and Ratios
When presented with the term "ratio" and its math textbook definition, middle schoolers often ask, "How is this idea different from fractions?" To...
By Mathycathy
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Subject: Math, Fractions, Word Problems Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Elapsed Time - Bob's Birthday Worksheet
Elapsed Time - Bob's Birthday Worksheet
Practice elapsed time and reading charts using Bob's Birthday....
By Kelly Tyndal
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Subject: Measurement, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

Iditarod Math Challenge Booklet
Iditarod Math Challenge Booklet
This is a booklet of math word problems with an Iditarod sled dog race theme, created by Irene Henjum. There are math problems for each of the Idi...
By Irene Henjum
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Math, Word Problems Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: 4 Days

Pizza Shop Fractions - Math Problem Solving
Pizza Shop Fractions - Math Problem Solving
5 problem solving fractions activities included based around a pizza story. A fantastic resource to have when working on fractions with your stu...
By Lia Canne
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Subject: Math, Fractions, Word Problems Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Word Problem Practice Math Center
Word Problem Practice Math Center
This math center was used to practice recognizing the math operations in word problems. I used this as test prep before the Virginia SOL tests. Stu...
By Trisha Ratazak
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Subject: Basic Operations, Math, Word Problems Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 45 Minutes

Dealing with Rates, Ratios, Proportions and Percents
Dealing with Rates, Ratios, Proportions and Percents
This lesson can span over 2 days. I review rates, unit rates, ratios and proportions, then spend the next day dealing with percents. I teach the st...
By Mathteach
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Subject: Numbers, Math Test Prep, Word Problems Level(s): 8th Duration: N/A

A Dozen Math Journal Prompts for Valentine's Day FREEBIE
A Dozen Math Journal Prompts for Valentine's Day FREEBIE
This product contains 12 Valentine's themed math journal prompts. The prompts include addition, subtraction, using ten frames, and critical thinki...
By Fit For First Grade
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Subject: Valentine's Day, Math, Word Problems Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A

Year 1-2 Mathematics Ebook - Worksheets - 50 pages
Year 1-2 Mathematics Ebook - Worksheets - 50 pages
Year 1-2 Mathematics Ebook - Worksheets - PDF file 50 page, printable teaching resource. 50 Math worksheets for grades one and two students (...
By Clever Classroom
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Subject: Measurement, Numbers, Word Problems Level(s): 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: 1 Semester

SIMPLE PROBABILITY
SIMPLE PROBABILITY
In this two page, 6 problem worksheet plus answer key, students are asked to find the probability of 1 event or make predictions based on experimen...
By Laura Becker
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Subject: Math, Math Test Prep, Word Problems Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

It's Valen
It's Valen"Time"! Activity Pack
Valentine time activities for second grade. May be appropriate for first and third. This pack includes: 1. Candy Clock Match--matching analog...
By Lisa Arledge
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Multiplication Word Problems
Multiplication Word Problems
A worksheet of multiplication word problems using tables to assist in solving the problems....
By Amy Martin
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Probability Unit Resources
Probability Unit Resources
This 103 page bundle includes 21 worksheets, activities, quizzes and stations. All focus on basic probability - the probability of no more than two...
By Lindsay Perro
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Subject: Math, Statistics, Word Problems Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Add and Subtract Word Problems Game Board
Add and Subtract Word Problems Game Board
Printable board game, each space has an addition or subtraction word problem to solve!...
By Joyce Moxley
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Math 3rd Grade Brainy Challenge 4 5 6
Math 3rd Grade Brainy Challenge 4 5 6
These are three word problems. The first challenge involves ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands. The second challenge involves skip counting by t...
By Julie Boyland
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Word Problems for Math Facts
Word Problems for Math Facts
32 mini word problems on multiplication facts. 3 full worksheets. A lot of good work here for your students. Great interdisciplinary lesson for m...
By David Filipek
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Subject: Word Problems, Basic Operations, Numbers Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Field Day Math
Field Day Math
Math word problems related to field day. Decimal and fraction operations....
By Joyce Moxley
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Subject: Math, Word Problems Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

Problem Solving Warm-Up
Problem Solving Warm-Up
Are your students having trouble with problem solving? A quick daily warm up will help reinforce their problem solving skills....
By Pearl
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Fill in the blank Snakes at the Zoo Story Problem
Fill in the blank Snakes at the Zoo Story Problem
This fill-in-the-blank story problem format will motivate students of all ages to use their problem solving skills when their own names and ideas a...
By Marilyn Nash
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The Art Lesson ~ Math Activity Sheets ~ 2nd Grade Houghton Mifflin®
The Art Lesson ~ Math Activity Sheets ~ 2nd Grade Houghton Mifflin®
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Subject: Math, Word Problems Level(s): 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Algebra Practice from Integers to Solving Equations
Algebra Practice from Integers to Solving Equations
Collection of 11 editable worksheets (.doc) on 1) Integers, 2) Like Terms, 3) Distributive property, 4) Binomial x Binomial, 5) Substituting variab...
By Chris Theijsmeijer
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Subject: Math, Algebra, Word Problems Level(s): 9th, 10th Duration: 30 Minutes