Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation.

I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word problems helps students practice real-world problem solving, so providing students with key words can motivate them to be independent.

There are 7 words in each category (Addition + / Subtraction - / Multiplication x / Division ÷ ) for a total of 28 words. The words are written horizontally, vertically, diagonally and backwards. With this, I have included varying levels to meet students of all levels.

There are two versions of this chart included in the purchase:

Version 1: All of the words are in the search and students are expected to identify the word and sort them into the correct category.

Version 2: The words are already provided and sorted into categories. Students are expected to find the words in the search and highlight them.

An answer key is also included!

Please leave a review and I would love to see pictures of how this is being used with your students!