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Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers
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"I love this resource! It is very engaging for students and covers a wide-range of standards. Thank you!"
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Description

Perfect for math centers, fast-finishers, and cooperative learning!

Pattern blocks are not just for primary students! This resource will provide your leaners with engaging puzzle tasks that require critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students must analyze five clues in order to correctly arrange six different Pattern Blocks in a specific arrangement within a 5 x 4 “Matrix-Frame.” These tasks are designed to activate and expand students’ logical reasoning skills while reinforcing various math concepts. The 36 non-routine activities are available in two different formats: “Task Cards”- for independent work, as well as “Group Clues”- for students to work in groups of up to five.

What’s Included:

•Organizational and instructional tips

•“Matrix-Frame” for students to place Pattern Block pieces on

•36 “Task Cards”: Perfect for independent work

•36 “Group Clues”: Allows students to work in groups of three to five

•Student answer sheets for recording solutions

•Answer Key

•Printable Pattern Block Shapes (in color and black-and-white)

Skills Covered:

•Geometry concepts and vocabulary: acute, obtuse, right, congruency, polygons, etc.

•Spatial reasoning

•Visual awareness

•Cooperative learning and communication

•Problem solving and critical thinking

Save money and purchase this as part of theHands-on Math: Build Your Own Bundle!

Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 1

It Takes Two to Tangram

I Heart Tangrams

Tangram Fraction Task Cards

Pattern Block Fraction Task Cards

Brain Power Math: Non-Routine Problem Solving {Book A}

Time to Tile: Equivalent Fractions

Time to Tile: Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

Time to Tile: Adding and Subtracting

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Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 2 Math Centers

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4th - 7th
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78
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Teaching Duration
2 months

What others say

"I love this resource! It is very engaging for students and covers a wide-range of standards. Thank you!"
star
Jennifer R.

Description

Perfect for math centers, fast-finishers, and cooperative learning!

Pattern blocks are not just for primary students! This resource will provide your leaners with engaging puzzle tasks that require critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students must analyze five clues in order to correctly arrange six different Pattern Blocks in a specific arrangement within a 5 x 4 “Matrix-Frame.” These tasks are designed to activate and expand students’ logical reasoning skills while reinforcing various math concepts. The 36 non-routine activities are available in two different formats: “Task Cards”- for independent work, as well as “Group Clues”- for students to work in groups of up to five.

What’s Included:

•Organizational and instructional tips

•“Matrix-Frame” for students to place Pattern Block pieces on

•36 “Task Cards”: Perfect for independent work

•36 “Group Clues”: Allows students to work in groups of three to five

•Student answer sheets for recording solutions

•Answer Key

•Printable Pattern Block Shapes (in color and black-and-white)

Skills Covered:

•Geometry concepts and vocabulary: acute, obtuse, right, congruency, polygons, etc.

•Spatial reasoning

•Visual awareness

•Cooperative learning and communication

•Problem solving and critical thinking

Save money and purchase this as part of theHands-on Math: Build Your Own Bundle!

Problem Solving with Pattern Blocks 1

It Takes Two to Tangram

I Heart Tangrams

Tangram Fraction Task Cards

Pattern Block Fraction Task Cards

Brain Power Math: Non-Routine Problem Solving {Book A}

Time to Tile: Equivalent Fractions

Time to Tile: Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

Time to Tile: Adding and Subtracting

Get all the latest Teacher Thrive news!

SIGN UP for my newsletter!

FOLLOW me on Teachers Pay Teachers!

FOLLOW me on TeacherThrive.com!

FOLLOW me on Facebook!

FOLLOW me on Pinterest!

FOLLOW me on Instagram!

Please read: This is a nonrefundable digital download. Please read the description carefully and examine the preview file before purchasing.

© Copyright 2018 M. Tallman. All rights reserved. Permission is granted to copy pages specifically designed for student or teacher use by the original purchaser or licensee. This is intended to be used by one teacher unless additional licenses have been purchased. The reproduction of any other part of this product is strictly prohibited. Copying any part of this product and placing it on the Internet in any form (even a personal/classroom website) is strictly forbidden. Doing so makes it possible for an Internet search to make the document available on the Internet, free of charge, and is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

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Rated 5 out of 5
February 3, 2025
I love this resource! It is very engaging for students and covers a wide-range of standards. Thank you!
Jennifer Robinson
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Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
July 27, 2024
My students enjoyed the activities, and I enjoyed watching them think!
Talitha B.
191 reviews
Grades taught: 10th
Rated 5 out of 5
July 10, 2024
These are tougher than the first series, but great for problem solving. A few of the clues are somewhat vague and can be difficult to decode, leading to multiple correct answers. Overall this a fun way to get kids to read/follow clues and problem solve!
Margaret M.
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Grades taught: 6th
Rated 4 out of 5
June 23, 2023
Great resource to promote critical thinking and productive struggle skills! Also a great activity for early finishers.
Emily Moon
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Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th
Rated 5 out of 5
February 12, 2022
My students really enjoyed these problem solving activities.
Dawn H.
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Grades taught: 4th, 5th, 6th
Rated 4 out of 5
February 19, 2021
Thank you
Shyra B.
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Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
January 9, 2020
Great resource! Looking forward to using it with my students. Thank you.
Kati L.
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Rated 5 out of 5
May 20, 2019
I love having hands-on activities for my students.
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