These Math Word Problem Key Words Posters are the perfect reference tool to help 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students decode math word problems and choose the correct operation with confidence.

This resource includes 4 bright, print-ready posters — one for each operation:

➕ ADDITION: add, sum, total, in all, combined, increase, join, plus, deposit, how many in all, and more

➖ SUBTRACTION: difference, fewer, less than, take away, minus, left over, decrease, discount, withdraw, and more

✖️ MULTIPLICATION: times, product of, groups of, per, factor of, double, triple, each, increased by, and more

➗ DIVISION: divide, quotient, split, share equally, ratio, average, evenly, equal parts, out of, and more

Ideal for:

• 3rd grade, 4th grade & 5th grade math

• Word problem practice and test prep

• Special education & intervention groups

• Math word walls and anchor charts

• Distance learning reference sheets

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