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Math Problem Solving BUNDLE | Enrichment & Extension Tasks | Grade 1, 2 & 3
The 60 challenging maths problem solving tasks in this bundle are perfect for enrichment activities and extension tasks in your Grades 1, 2 or 3 classroom. The activities aim to develop both problem solving and critical thinking skills. Each task card provides space for students to demonstrate their thinking which is great for providing insight into their calculations and processing. What's included in this bundle of Math Problem Solving Extension & Enrichment Tasks:➤ You will receive:60 Challen
1st - 3rd
Math
Community Problem-Solving Project Toolkit (Printable + Digital Templates + App)
Help students practice real-world problem-solving with a structured, kid-friendly project flow they can use in any subject. This toolkit guides learners through a simple process: Notice a community or classroom problem Ask questions and gather information Discuss respectfully using sentence starters Plan a solution with clear steps and roles Reflect on what worked and what to improve Perfect for building literacy, collaboration, SEL, and critical thinking without requiring a full PBL train
K - 12th
Applied Math, Civics, Reading Strategies
Carefully solve each math problem and show your step-by-step working.
Description: Take Your Students’ Math Fluency to the Next Level with Volume 2 of Our Best-Selling Arithmetic Series!Building on the success of our initial collection, this "Math Mastery Volume 2" offers 50 brand-new, high-quality pages of open-ended math challenges. Specifically designed for Primary and Elementary students (Grades 2-6), this workbook focuses on reinforcing core arithmetic while introducing more complex multi-step problems that require critical thinking and precision. Instead
PreK - 8th
Applied Math, Mental Math, Numbers
Mathtastico! 2nd Grade Math Bundle Unit 5 Problem Solving
2nd Grade: Unit 5 Problem Solving What makes our products so unique? Our products are meticulously designed by experts to ensure mastery of the STAAR test, employing a detailed and multifaceted program: Math Vocabulary and Guided Questions: Each unit introduces new math vocabulary and guided questions that can serve as the objective of the day or daily goals for teachers. This approach enhances understanding and application of mathematical concepts and terms, facilitating clearer communication a
2nd
Math, Other (Math)
Mathtastico! 2nd Grade Math Bundle Unit 4 Problem Solving
2nd Grade: Unit 4 Problem Solving What makes our products so unique? Our products are meticulously designed by experts to ensure mastery of the STAAR test, employing a detailed and multifaceted program: Math Vocabulary and Guided Questions: Each unit introduces new math vocabulary and guided questions that can serve as the objective of the day or daily goals for teachers. This approach enhances understanding and application of mathematical concepts and terms, facilitating clearer communication a
2nd
Math, Other (Math)
The Floating Field an Engineering Design Process STEM lesson
⚽🌊 Inspire Creativity, Problem-Solving, and STEM Learning with The Floating Field! 🌊⚽Bring engineering, literacy, science, and social studies together with this engaging cross-curricular lesson based on The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field by Scott Riley.In this hands-on STEM challenge, students discover how a group of boys from the floating village of Koh Panyee, Thailand, used creativity, teamwork, and perseverance to solve a problem that seemed impossibl
K - 5th
For All Subjects, Measurement, Physical Science
Irregular Perimeter Made Easy – Special Education & Intervention Worksheets
Help learners confidently solve irregular perimeter problems with this clear, accessible, and student-friendly resource. Designed specifically for Special Education, intervention settings, and students who benefit from scaffolded instruction, this resource breaks down irregular shapes into manageable parts. This resource uses OpenDyslexic Font to support readability and reduce visual stress, making it especially helpful for students with dyslexia or visual processing challenges. Additionally,
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Pause and Solve
Help your students solve math problems one step at a time. Do your students shut down when looking at a problem to solve? I made this resource and taught my students how to use the Pause & Solve step by step process. Checklists and sticky notes are a novelty for students. Try this resource out and see for yourself their improvement. I print this resource in color on white cardstock and laminate. I work through a few problems using this resource either whole group or small group depending on my
2nd - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Insect Critical Thinking Math Logic Puzzles Enrichment Activities Brain Teasers
It's easy to teach your students the process of elimination with Insect Logic Puzzles! 🐞 Practice critical thinking with: 15 color puzzles to project and solve as a class, plus 10 half size b&w puzzles for students to solve independently, Answers for all brain teaser puzzles. This set features a butterfly, luna moth, ant, bee, grasshopper, rhinoceros beetle, ladybug, caterpillar, pupa, dragonfly, firefly and scarab beetle. Perfect for busy teachers: no preparation required, simply print and t
K - 3rd
Other (Math)
Build a Bridge STEM Activity | Engineering Challenge for Kindergarten & Grade 1
This STEM Engineering Challenge helps young learners explore problem-solving, creativity, and basic engineering skills through a fun hands-on activity. Students will become engineers as they plan, build, test, and improve a bridge using simple materials. This activity follows the Engineering Design Process and is perfect for introducing STEM concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔ STEM challenge cover page ✔ “What is the Challenge?” introduction ✔ Materials checklist
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Other (Math), Writing
Math subtraction placement blank Montessori printable
Help children with number placement, subtraction, and vertical problem solving with this Montessori-style blank printable! Children simply align their numerals in the boxes and easily track their processes through using the grid system!
PreK - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
STEAM Journal | Engineering Design Notebook | Printable STEM Workbook | 2nd-8th
Give your students the power to think, plan, and problem-solve like real engineers! This comprehensive STEAM Journal provides everything they need to document the full engineering design process from brainstorming to testing to reflection. ✨ What’s Included (Full Product):✔ Full “All About Me as a Designer” intro pages ✔ 2 Complete Design Challenge Journals (titles, dates, structured prompts) ✔ See–Think–Wonder observation pages ✔ ASK pages — guiding questions, prior knowledge, and need-to-
2nd - 9th
Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Engineering
Critical Thinking Math Logic Puzzles | Summer Waterpark Swimming Theme
Summer Lazy River Logic Puzzles will teach your students the process of elimination & critical thinking skills. There are 10 full color puzzles to solve as a class, and 10 b&w half sized puzzles to follow up. The clues are written simply enough for many primary grade students to read. Use them as exit tickets, morning work or during math enrichment! Click here to be notified when new resources are released at 50% off!Here's what other educators are saying about my logic puzzles:"This was a gre
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
Intro to Logic Puzzles
Use this simple logic puzzle to introduce your students to the process of completing logic puzzles.
PreK - 3rd
Math
Rainforest Animals Math Brain Teasers Logic Puzzles Critical Thinking DIGITAL
Rainforest animal & plant logic puzzles will help teach your students the process of elimination! The clues to solve this set of 20 puzzles incorporate science knowledge, such as identifying mammals and reptiles, plants and animals, ways of moving, and other attributes, but are written simply enough for many students to read the clues. As they solve each clue, students will type in what the clue helps them eliminate, and will drag and drop an X over that object. This resource is a digital ve
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
MATHS, GEOGRAPHY, ART AND TRIVIA - Where in the World is Waldo?
MATHS/GEOGRAPHY/ART/TRIVIA This workshop is designed to start the learning process of Longitude and Latitude. Notorious art thief Waldo has escaped from prison leaving the whereabouts of his most famous heist - The Salvator Mundi - a mystery. But he's sneaky, leaving mathematical clues to his whereabouts everywhere he goes. Your students will need to solve the clues using their mathematical prowess in; - Area - Coding (Caesar Shift) - Early algebra - Pascale's Pyramid, and - Time zone calculati
2nd - 4th
Algebra, Geography, Geometry
Design Your Own Math Game
Students brainstorm ideas to make their own math game and plan the process. After the plan is complete, I give them basic crafting resources to make it come to life and let them play the games with one another! Accessible to students of all levels. 4 different instructions pages to choose from. Completely Editable.
K - 5th
Math
Rainforest Math Brain Teasers Logic Puzzles Critical Thinking Worksheet Activity
Rain forest math logic puzzles will teach your students critical thinking including the process of elimination. There are 10 full color puzzles to solve as a class, and 10 b&w half sized puzzles to follow up. The clues incorporate science knowledge, such as identifying mammals / reptiles, plants / animals, ways of moving, and other attributes, but are written simply enough for many primary grade students to read the clues. Use them as exit tickets, morning work, for early finishers or during
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
STEM Math Challenge Elapsed Time | PBL Math Project | Hands-On Activity
This math STEM project gives students the opportunity to use the Engineering Design Process and their elapsed time skills! It is a highly engaging activity where the children plan a trip to a carnival. They will also create a 3D model of a carnival attraction. This math learning opportunity is teacher friendly because it includes rubrics, parent letters, and a printable student journal to meet your needs. My students love this extension because they use their measurement knowledge to create rea
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Math
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Activity Math Addition with Regrouping | Math PBL | Math Extension
This math STEM project gives students the opportunity to use the Engineering Design Process and their addition with regrouping skills! It is a highly engaging activity where the children use creature number cards and power-up cards and recycled materials to ultimately create a playable game. This math learning opportunity is teacher friendly because it includes rubrics, parent letters, and a printable student journal to meet your needs. My students love this extension because they use their ad
2nd - 4th
Basic Operations, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
, 3.NBT.A.2
+9
Also included in: STEM Math Activities Bundle | Math PBL | Math Extensions
Draw a Picture Addition Strategy | Word Problem Math Help
When numbers feel confusing, drawing makes them visible. This visual math intervention resource teaches students to solve addition problems within 10 by drawing pictures through a structured I Do, We Do, You Do approach. This resource is designed to support students with dyscalculia, math learning differences, or general math confidence challenges. 💛 Looking for extra support?Grab the FREE Addition Desktop Strip to give students a quick visual reference while they work. What Students LearnStud
K - 3rd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
, 1.OA.C.6
Addition Counting On (Missing Sum) Checklist
This checklist provides step by step directions for how to use the counting on strategy to solve addition problems. This resource is great for students with autism and other learning disabilities or students going through the RTI process who need extra support learning how to add. This download includes one counting on checklist with multiple versions. Versions Included: Full Page Checklist in Color with Male Student Clipart (2 different borders)Full Page Checklist in Color with Female Studen
K - 2nd
Math
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
Also included in: Addition and Subtraction Checklists Mini Bundle
Inquiry Planning Paper
This student-friendly inquiry planner is perfect for IB/PYP classrooms and helps guide young learners through the inquiry process in a simple and organized way. Students can record their question, identify the tools and resources they need, plan their steps, and decide how they will share their learning. Great for promoting student agency, collaboration, communication, and research skills in Grades 1–4 classrooms!
1st - 4th
Other (ELA), Other (Math), Other (Science)
Community Helpers Math Brain Teaser Printable Logic Puzzles Lessons & Worksheets
These community helpers printable math logic puzzles are perfect for teaching critical thinking, enrichment, brain teasers, early finishers & the process of elimination! There are 10 color puzzles to project and solve as a class, plus 10 half size b&w puzzles for students to solve independently. Perfect for busy teachers: no preparation required, simply print and teach!Here's what other educators are saying about this resource:"Makes process of elimination and critical thinking skills access
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
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