Whether you call them "open ended math challenges" or "real world problem solving tasks" or "rich math tasks", engaging math problems that apply multiple standards are not easy to find and are rarely included with math programs. In fact, if you are looking for challenging math problems and tasks that keep your students engaged, apply the math you have taught, and meet your math standards--I can help you out!

My guess is that you are looking for a low-prep, ready-to-print (or send digitally) math project that has just the right amount of challenge and is engaging for your students while still being tied to your curriculum standards--with no extra work on your part.

Check out these low-floor, high-ceiling tasks which are perfect in so many ways.

Perfect for when you...

• need something for fast finishers
• want something easy for a sub
• are between units and want to focus on problem-solving
• have an observation and want to showcase high-level thinking
• want to work on collaborative work and math talk
• need something for a math station or math workshop
• want to use technology to provide students with quality math tasks

This set of 9 challenges (3 sets of 3 tasks) can be used in a number of ways…as whole class explorations, as small group challenges, or as independent work for those students needing something more. In my classroom, these are whole-class explorations where students work in teams, share ideas, guess and check their ideas—and then present their solutions.

The problem solving and math applications are high level and meaningful. Each task takes 1-2 class periods, depending on your students. For some, metric pages are included as well for those teachers teaching outside the U.S.!

Appropriate for grades 3-5—depending on skill level and level of support offered. Download the preview to see exactly what you get--I don't think you will be disappointed. You can see exactly what problems are included in each individual listing.

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***What are teachers saying about this resource?***

"I love how engaging these lessons are and that the students are solving real-world type problems."

"I really love how these products are open-ended. They tie in so well with showing my students that sometimes there is more than one right answer. Love it!"

"The real-life scenarios get kids hooked. They have so much fun they don't even realize all the math they are practicing!"

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All My Open-Ended Challenges!

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Set 1 can be found by clicking Here!

Set 2 can be found by clicking Here!

Set 3 can be found by clicking Here!

Set 4 can be found by clicking Here!

Set 5 can be found by clicking Here!

Set 6 can be found by clicking Here!

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The entire bundle of sets 1-3 can be found by clicking Here!

The entire bundle of sets 4-6 can be found by clicking Here!

⭐ Want ALL SIX? The "MEGABUNDLE" is now available by clickingHere!

Need something simpler?

⭐ What about open-ended challenges for grades 2-3? Click HERE

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