Support your students in solving word problems with confidence using this simple, effective Part-Part-Whole placemat!

This double-sided math mat helps students visually organize their thinking when solving addition and subtraction problems — especially 2-step word problems. The front includes a clear Part-Part-Whole model, and the back provides a guided “What Do I Know?” and “What Do I Need to Know?” breakdown to scaffold multi-step problem solving.

Perfect for building independence and problem-solving stamina in 2nd grade!

📦 What’s Included:

• Part-Part-Whole graphic organizer placemat
  
• 2-Step Word Problem Helper page
  
  • Step 1 / Step 2 breakdown
    
  • “What do I know?” prompt
    
  • “What do I NEED to know?” prompt
    

• Black-and-white, printer-friendly format
  
• Easy to laminate for repeated use
  

🎯 Skills Covered:

• Addition & Subtraction within 100 (or 1,000 depending on use)
  
• 2-Step Word Problems
  
• Identifying known and unknown information
  
• Organizing mathematical thinking
  
• Building problem-solving strategies
  
• Math reasoning & academic language
  

💡 Perfect For:

• Small group instruction
  
• Guided math
  
• Math centers
  
• Intervention groups
  
• Test prep
  
• RTI support
  
• Independent practice
  
• Laminated desk mats for daily use
  

❤️ Why Teachers Love It:

✔️ Promotes structured thinking
✔️ Supports struggling problem-solvers
✔️ Encourages independence
✔️ Easy to laminate & reuse
✔️ Reduces math overwhelm
✔️ Works all year long

This tool helps students slow down, organize their thinking, and confidently tackle multi-step problems without frustration.