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Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions
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"These cards are great to get the students thinking about math application while reviewing for state assessments. "
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These challenging math word problems for 4th grade and 5th grade help students with problem-solving multi-step tasks that mimic real-world applications. Teaches critical thinking and deeper understanding. Self-checking with QR codes. 84 cards. Printable PDF and digital Google Slides™ versions included for blended learning.

--- RESOURCE DETAILS ---

You are covered with this resource. It includes a PDF printable version as well as a Google Slides™ digital version for distancing learning. Kids in grade 4 and grade 5 engage in challenging math stories that require the solution to multiple problems. They must use comprehension skills and then apply their math understanding to pull relevant information and use multi-steps in order to arrive at the correct solution. Some skills addressed in the word problems include perimeter, adding, multiplying, money, squaring, decimals, subtracting, dividing, time, percent, measurement, fractions.

These task card activities are great for whole groups, small groups, individuals, centers, and homework applications. The activities can be used effectively as a math assessment tool. PDF pages in the packet can be printed either in color or grayscale with good results. These activities are effective as homeschool or summer practice resources. Each PDF task card has a QR code for immediate feedback. Full detailed answer keys are also provided.

--- RELATED RESOURCES ---

A math word problem worksheet format is also available:

Math Word Problem Challenges - Worksheets

--- REVIEWS ---

" This is awesome! I am always looking for math resources that push my students to think beyond just solving equations and completing worksheets. This provides and excellent challenge. It is the perfect resource as I kick off my word problem unit. Will be using it today! Thanks! "

T.T.

"Super resource. It will stand the test of time. Great to use in small group or whole group and in the problems solving piece of math workshop! "

Rachel H.

"Thank you so much for such an amazing product. It is just what I needed for my class. You put a lot of work and effort into the questions and it forces the students to think."

Sean K.

--- ABOUT THE AUTHOR ---

Rick Whitehead has been a teacher and author for over 30 years in public and private practice. His background includes teaching in public schools, curriculum development, school program design, private mentoring and author of juvenile fiction. He is devoted to helping children learn and grow by providing high-quality resources that are highly motivating and effective even for the most reluctant learners.

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Multi-Step Word Problems Cards - 4th and 5th Grades - Print and Digital Versions

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What others say

"These cards are great to get the students thinking about math application while reviewing for state assessments. "
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Christina E.

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Description

These challenging math word problems for 4th grade and 5th grade help students with problem-solving multi-step tasks that mimic real-world applications. Teaches critical thinking and deeper understanding. Self-checking with QR codes. 84 cards. Printable PDF and digital Google Slides™ versions included for blended learning.

--- RESOURCE DETAILS ---

You are covered with this resource. It includes a PDF printable version as well as a Google Slides™ digital version for distancing learning. Kids in grade 4 and grade 5 engage in challenging math stories that require the solution to multiple problems. They must use comprehension skills and then apply their math understanding to pull relevant information and use multi-steps in order to arrive at the correct solution. Some skills addressed in the word problems include perimeter, adding, multiplying, money, squaring, decimals, subtracting, dividing, time, percent, measurement, fractions.

These task card activities are great for whole groups, small groups, individuals, centers, and homework applications. The activities can be used effectively as a math assessment tool. PDF pages in the packet can be printed either in color or grayscale with good results. These activities are effective as homeschool or summer practice resources. Each PDF task card has a QR code for immediate feedback. Full detailed answer keys are also provided.

--- RELATED RESOURCES ---

A math word problem worksheet format is also available:

Math Word Problem Challenges - Worksheets

--- REVIEWS ---

" This is awesome! I am always looking for math resources that push my students to think beyond just solving equations and completing worksheets. This provides and excellent challenge. It is the perfect resource as I kick off my word problem unit. Will be using it today! Thanks! "

T.T.

"Super resource. It will stand the test of time. Great to use in small group or whole group and in the problems solving piece of math workshop! "

Rachel H.

"Thank you so much for such an amazing product. It is just what I needed for my class. You put a lot of work and effort into the questions and it forces the students to think."

Sean K.

--- ABOUT THE AUTHOR ---

Rick Whitehead has been a teacher and author for over 30 years in public and private practice. His background includes teaching in public schools, curriculum development, school program design, private mentoring and author of juvenile fiction. He is devoted to helping children learn and grow by providing high-quality resources that are highly motivating and effective even for the most reluctant learners.

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These cards are great to get the students thinking about math application while reviewing for state assessments.
Christina E.
271 reviews • South Carolina
Grades taught: K, 4th, 5th
Student populations: Learning difficulties, Mild to severe disabilities
Rated 5 out of 5
May 7, 2025
Thank you for a wonderfully made resource! I have enjoyed using this! Rachel
394 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
March 20, 2023
My students look forward to Monday when they get their new word problem. We complete one each day, (none on Friday) and it really makes them think! Awesome resource.
Reba W.
176 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
December 1, 2022
Multi-prep problem solving is challenging for many of my students. I used this as a station during my math block. Love the QR codes so the kids can check their own work. Print and digital is a great option!
Tammy L.
242 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
May 18, 2022
These were great practice for the state test and I love that they were able to check their own answers. Very challenging, but interesting enough to keep them motivated.
341 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
October 22, 2021
Great resource!
Melissa B.
198 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd
Rated 5 out of 5
July 28, 2021
great resource
Tammy T.
286 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Rated 5 out of 5
June 5, 2021
These are terrific!
Linda A.
389 reviews
Grades taught: 4th

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Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative comparison, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem, distinguishing multiplicative comparison from additive comparison.
Solve multistep word problems posed with whole numbers and having whole-number answers using the four operations, including problems in which remainders must be interpreted. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding.
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