Are your students struggling with math word problems?

This CUBES Math Strategy Poster provides a simple, step-by-step approach that helps students break down word problems, identify important information, and solve with confidence. Perfect for teaching problem-solving skills and promoting independent thinking during math instruction.

What Is the CUBES Strategy?

• C – Circle the key numbers
• U – Underline the question
• B – Box important math action words
• E – Evaluate and plan the steps
• S – Solve and check your answer

What's Included?

• Visual CUBES strategy reference
• Student-friendly problem-solving steps
• Bright and engaging design
• Easy-to-follow directions
• Printable classroom poster
• Daily math support tool

Who Is This Resource For?

• Elementary math teachers
• Special education classrooms
• Intervention teachers
• Homeschool educators
• Math tutors
• Resource room teachers

How Can It Be Used?

• Word problem instruction
• Math workshop lessons
• Small-group intervention
• Test-taking strategies
• Independent work support
• Classroom wall display
• Math centers

Why Teachers Love It

The CUBES strategy gives students a structured process for approaching word problems. By highlighting numbers, identifying questions, and recognizing operation clues, students become more confident and accurate problem solvers.

Perfect For Teaching

• Math word problems
• Problem-solving strategies
• Reading comprehension in math
• Critical thinking skills
• Test preparation
• Multi-step equations
• Independent learning habits