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164 open-ended math problems perfect for whole class and small group kindergarten math warm-ups or guided math lessons. Teach problem solving with these word problems aligned to the Australian Curriculum – Foundation stage. Each naturally differentiated math question has multiple answers to cater for a range of learning abilities.
Keep your students engaged and excited about maths with these age-appropriate math tasks designed around popular kindergarten topics and interests.
We usually do one or two of these problems each week. With 164 open-ended questions in this resource, you will have more than enough for the whole year!
THIS SET CONTAINS 3 MATCHING VERSIONS
164 open-ended math problems for numbers to 10 in different formats:
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Task cards – 4 to a page
- Worksheets
For a whole class guided math lesson or warm-up, just display your chosen problem on a large screen or interactive panel. For small group or individual math activities, use the task cards or matching worksheets.
CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE SOME SAMPLES
Aligned to the Australian Curriculum with all Content Stands Included
- 99 Number and Algebra problems.
- 29 Measurement problems.
- 29 Geometry problems.
- 7 Statistics and Probability problems.
WHY USE OPEN-ENDED MATH PROBLEMS?
- As a naturally differentiated math activity or assessment.
- To shift the teaching focus from computation to problem solving and real-life learning.
- To develop higher order thinking skills – both critical and creative thinking skills.
- To create a record of each student’s growth and progress.
- To gain insight into your student’s mathematical abilities, opinions, understandings, and misconceptions.
- To give your students practice recording their thinking and math understandings.
- To build self-confidence and encourage reluctant students to “have-a-go”.
Change those traditional closed math problems. The ones with only one correct answer – Kaela has 6 cupcakes. If 3 of them are rainbow, how many are chocolate? INTO differentiated open-ended math problems with numerous possible answers - Kaela has 6 cupcakes. If some are rainbow and some are chocolate, how many of each could there be?
BOTH AUSTRALIAN & AMERICAN SPELLING VERSIONS INCLUDED
Now your students can show you how they are thinking. You will be surprised at the variety of math strategies your students will use. You will also notice your students developing their mathematical language and collaborating with their peers as they problem solve.
Looking for FIRST GRADE Open-ended Math Problems?
Check out this set - Open Ended Math Problems – First Grade Problem Solving Tasks
This is a quick and easy low-prep math resource you will be using over and over.
USE THEM IN:
- Whole class guided math lessons
- Math warm-ups
- Math investigation areas, centers and stations
- Small group math rotations
- Intervention & Extension activities
- Homework packets
- Activities for early finishers
- Relief or Sub teacher planning
Build strong foundational math skills and concepts for your kindergarten students with these open-ended math problems. Teach them to think critically and solve real world problems.
If you like this math resource, you might be interested in my other open-ended math resources:
· Open-ended math Question Prompts
· 88 Math Provocations for Number and Algebra
· 49 Hands-on Geometry Activities
· Loose Parts Mats Bundle of 100
· 30 STEAM Prompt Building Cards
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Open Ended Math Problems for Kindergarten Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
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What others say
Description
164 open-ended math problems perfect for whole class and small group kindergarten math warm-ups or guided math lessons. Teach problem solving with these word problems aligned to the Australian Curriculum – Foundation stage. Each naturally differentiated math question has multiple answers to cater for a range of learning abilities.
Keep your students engaged and excited about maths with these age-appropriate math tasks designed around popular kindergarten topics and interests.
We usually do one or two of these problems each week. With 164 open-ended questions in this resource, you will have more than enough for the whole year!
THIS SET CONTAINS 3 MATCHING VERSIONS
164 open-ended math problems for numbers to 10 in different formats:
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Task cards – 4 to a page
- Worksheets
For a whole class guided math lesson or warm-up, just display your chosen problem on a large screen or interactive panel. For small group or individual math activities, use the task cards or matching worksheets.
CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE SOME SAMPLES
Aligned to the Australian Curriculum with all Content Stands Included
- 99 Number and Algebra problems.
- 29 Measurement problems.
- 29 Geometry problems.
- 7 Statistics and Probability problems.
WHY USE OPEN-ENDED MATH PROBLEMS?
- As a naturally differentiated math activity or assessment.
- To shift the teaching focus from computation to problem solving and real-life learning.
- To develop higher order thinking skills – both critical and creative thinking skills.
- To create a record of each student’s growth and progress.
- To gain insight into your student’s mathematical abilities, opinions, understandings, and misconceptions.
- To give your students practice recording their thinking and math understandings.
- To build self-confidence and encourage reluctant students to “have-a-go”.
Change those traditional closed math problems. The ones with only one correct answer – Kaela has 6 cupcakes. If 3 of them are rainbow, how many are chocolate? INTO differentiated open-ended math problems with numerous possible answers - Kaela has 6 cupcakes. If some are rainbow and some are chocolate, how many of each could there be?
BOTH AUSTRALIAN & AMERICAN SPELLING VERSIONS INCLUDED
Now your students can show you how they are thinking. You will be surprised at the variety of math strategies your students will use. You will also notice your students developing their mathematical language and collaborating with their peers as they problem solve.
Looking for FIRST GRADE Open-ended Math Problems?
Check out this set - Open Ended Math Problems – First Grade Problem Solving Tasks
This is a quick and easy low-prep math resource you will be using over and over.
USE THEM IN:
- Whole class guided math lessons
- Math warm-ups
- Math investigation areas, centers and stations
- Small group math rotations
- Intervention & Extension activities
- Homework packets
- Activities for early finishers
- Relief or Sub teacher planning
Build strong foundational math skills and concepts for your kindergarten students with these open-ended math problems. Teach them to think critically and solve real world problems.
If you like this math resource, you might be interested in my other open-ended math resources:
· Open-ended math Question Prompts
· 88 Math Provocations for Number and Algebra
· 49 Hands-on Geometry Activities
· Loose Parts Mats Bundle of 100
· 30 STEAM Prompt Building Cards
Want to be notified about product updates and new listings?
CLICK HERE to follow my store on TpT
*********************************************************************
Stay in touch with My Teaching Cupboard
And HERE on my blog
