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FREE Open Ended Word Problem: Multi-step Project Based Learning (Grade 3-5)
*UPDATE: Problem now has metric addendum for those of you outside of the U.S.* (Big thanks to Brenda Blake!)
In Doggy Dilemma, students are finally allowed to get a dog! They can choose from three dogs and then must create a dog pen for the backyard. They will calculate the area and perimeter as well as the cost of the project.
Why work on open ended problems?
If you've been paying attention to the assessments that are following the Common Core State Standards, then you know that we need to
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Math, Other (Math)
Earthquake Unit Study Bundle | Math, Writing, STEM, PBL, Task Cards, Novel Study
Earthquake Unit Study Bundle | Cross-Curricular Math, Writing, STEM, PBL, Task Cards & Novel Study | 3rd–6th GradeCreate a powerful, engaging, and fully integrated earthquake unit study with this comprehensive bundle designed for 3rd–6th grade students. This resource combines math, writing, STEM, reading, and problem-based learning into one cohesive, high-interest unit built around real-world applications and critical thinking. Perfect for classrooms and homeschool settings, this bundle provi
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Earth Sciences, Novel Studies
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.C.7
+141
Geometry & Measurement Bundle | Grades 4–5 | Inquiry-Based Math Projects
Make geometry and measurement exciting for your IB PYP & inquiry based math classroom! Engage Grades 4–5 with inquiry-based geometry & measurement activities that build problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. This 7-resource bundle saves you over 30% and includes 100+ printable pages of interactive games, task cards, and hands-on projects. Perfect for IB PYP classrooms. Designed with Grades 4 & 5 in mind (fully aligned to CCSS Math Grade 5) and easily adaptable for Grades 4
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Geometry, Math
CCSS
5.G.A.1
, 5.G.A.2
, 5.G.B.3
+1
T-Shirt Entrepreneurs PROJECT BASED LEARNING Math Economics GATE 4-8th
Your students will be excited for this “gold medal standard” project-based math, design, and economics activity. It’s appropriate and adaptable for 4th – 8th grade. It has been a staple for my 4th grade gifted and talented math group since 2013. You won’t be the sage on the stage. Students will problem-solve their way through the project working in collaborative teams, and the teacher will guide, be a resource, spur discussion, play devil’s advocate, and provide mini lessons when necessary. I
4th - 8th
Applied Math, Economics
Also included in: STEAM Class BUNDLE - Math Focus Hours of Hands-on Projects GATE Gifted
End of Year Math Summer Project Summer Plan Vacation PBL Math Review
Make end-of-year learning exciting and meaningful with this engaging Summer Vacation Math Project Workbook! This 40-page printable math resource combines real-world problem solving, project-based learning, and fun summer themes to help students review important math skills before summer break. Students will practice budgeting, telling time, multiplication, fractions, graphing, geometry, measurement, and more through highly engaging hands-on activities. Instead of repetitive worksheets, students
2nd - 5th
Applied Math, Creative Writing
The Great Autumn Festival PBL | Fall Math Project-Based Learning | 3rd–5th Grade
Bring Fall Math to Life with The Great Autumn Festival! Turn your classroom into a real-world learning experience with this low-prep, high-engagement Project-Based Learning unit perfect for gifted or advanced 3rd–5th graders. Students become festival planners who design, price, and run mock booths in a simulated “Autumn Festival,” applying addition, subtraction, and problem-solving to manage budgets, attendance, and profits — all while discovering mathematical patterns and cause-and-effect relat
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Fibonacci Sequence Activities Math & Reading PBL Art, Poetry, Puzzles, & Nature
Bring math to life with this engaging Fibonacci Project-Based Learning (PBL) resource! Perfect for grades 4–6, this cross-curricular unit blends reading comprehension, math puzzles, art, poetry, and science connections through the fascinating world of Fibonacci numbers. Students will: ✔ Read informational texts about Fibonacci and his patterns around us ✔ Highlight evidence and answer comprehension questions ✔ Explore Fibonacci patterns in nature, animals, art, and architecture ✔ Create d
4th - 7th
Applied Math, Geometry, Visual Arts
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.OA.C.5
, 5.OA.B.3
+2
Popcorn Party Math Inquiry Project: Fractions, Measurement & Data Analysis
Engage your students in a fun, hands-on, inquiry-based math project with a popcorn party & movie twist!This resource is perfect for Grades 3–6 and combines fractions, measurement, and data analysis in a real-world, collaborative inquiry-based project. Students will work together to plan and execute a classroom popcorn party while applying math concepts in meaningful ways. UK & USA spelling. Key Features: Hands-On & Inquiry-Based: Students actively explore math concepts through a project that
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Math, Measurement
3rd & 4th Grade Gifted & Talented Math Enrichment PBL Real World Activities
Engage your students in real-world mathematics when they design their own carnival, pizza shop, toy store, and grocery trip! These printable projects address area, perimeter, fractions, arrays, and elapsed time, all wrapped up in the enticing guise of a real-world project. They are perfect for an end-of-unit review or as an extension assignment for high achievers and early finishers. Reinforce key math concepts in a practical and enjoyable manner.Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving s
3rd - 4th
Applied Math, Fractions, Money Math
CCSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
, 3.MD.C.6
+40
Math Project | Create Global Christmas Village - Multi-Step Word Problems
Word problems, multi-step problem-solving, collaboration, assessment, research and thinking skills! It is all covered within this high-engagement, inquiry-based learning activity that gets the kids involved in applying their maths skills as they learn about different Christmas traditions around the world. It is super easy to implement and perfect for a multi-day maths project. The children choose their own problems to solve and they earn a Christmas character from around the world with correct a
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math
STEM Math Inquiry Project: Fractions, Measurement & Data Analysis
Engage your students in a hands-on, project-based learning STEM inquiry with a human body & skeleton theme through the IB PYP concepts of systems, structure, function, connection and measure . Designed for Grades 3–5, this resource integrates fractions, measurement, and data analysis as students explore the human skeletal system. Through collaborative learning and critical thinking, students will apply mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their understanding and problem-solvi
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Measurement
On Stage! Holiday Concert Planning Project Based Learning (Grades 3-5)
By some miracle, the student solving this problem has become the music program director! They are charged with planning the entire holiday program for the classroom. They will need to determine the number of tickets needed, what food and drink to serve, how to set up the risers, tables and chairs, and design the invitations and programs.
There are 6 in-depth problems within this gigantic problem (each step is it's own problem) walking the student through what they need to do.
The problems inte
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Other (Math), Writing
3rd Grade Fractions Project | Gifted Math Enrichment
Looking for meaningful 3rd grade fractions enrichment for students who finish early or need a deeper challenge? This Fraction Fair Design Challenge is a standards-aligned math project that pushes gifted and high-achieving students beyond worksheets into conceptual understanding, reasoning, and mathematical justification. Students become Fraction Engineers and design interactive math exhibits that teach: • Unit fractions as parts of a whole, sets, and number lines • Fractions as repeated unit fra
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.2
, 3.NF.A.3
Mission Logistics Math Game: Rates & Word Problems (Time, Speed, Distance, Cost)
Mission Logistics is a real-world math strategy game that challenges students to solve missions using speed, distance, cost per km, capacity limits, and rate reasoning. Students step into the role of an emergency aid logistics analyst and complete missions by calculating and comparing: Time = Distance ÷ Speed Cost = (Cost per km × Distance) + Fixed cost per trip Cargo weight vs. vehicle capacity Efficiency balance (with time as the priority factor) Game Features: 3 differentiated play mo
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Money Math
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 5.MD.A.1
, 6.NS.A.1
+8
Winter Enrichment Activities - Gifted & Talented Reading, Math & STEM Projects
Are you looking for some engaging winter activities for your third, fourth, and fifth grade gifted and talented students? These ready-to-use resources are perfect to add some fun after winter break. Winter Math Logic Puzzles will engage your students in math critical thinking. They will use their knowledge of multiplication and division to solve for symbols. This activity requires algebraic thinking. Run an Ice Rink is a printable project that addresses perimeter, area, decimals, addition, subtr
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Engineering, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
4.MD.A.3
, 4.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
+40
GRADE 4 MULTI-STEP WORD PROBLEMS KNOCKOUT/Math Review Game/Test Prep Activity
Make math review exciting with this Grade 4 Multi-Step Word Problems Knockout Game! This interactive team-based review game helps students practice solving rigorous multi-step word problems while building confidence, collaboration, and mathematical reasoning skills. Students compete through knockout rounds while applying multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, and multi-operation problem-solving strategies in an engaging game format. Perfect for: ✔ Test Prep ✔ Whole Group Review ✔ Ma
4th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Order of Operations
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
Also included in: Grades 3–5 Multi-Step Word Problems Knockout Bundle/Math Review Games
Run A Business Project Based Learning
This is a Project Based Learning activity that teaches students about running their very own business! It focuses on collaborative opportunities through hands-on experiences for students to engage in their learning. Students will create a business plan and follow through by running their business. Project Based Learning: Run A Business This product includes differentiated activities, math skills, reading, research, writing, vocabulary, problem solving, aligned with Common Core, and extension ac
2nd - 5th
Applied Math, Graphing, Math
CCSS
2.MD.D.10
, 3.MD.B.3
, 2.NBT.B.5
+10
Spring Themed Math Project for 4th Graders
I created this Spring project for the month of April to extend the regular curriculum and provide an additional challenge for 4th grade students who need more. Most of the problems are at a 5th grade level. This project is meant to be challenging. I have done it with 4th grade students. Although I believe all 4th graders could do it with scaffolding and support, your higher 4th graders should be able to work through the problems more independently, using strategies they are familiar with. No
4th - 5th
Applied Math, Fractions, Graphing
Gifted Math Problem Solving Grades 4-5
Ready to challenge your advanced math students with rigorous, real-world problem solving? This resource is designed specifically for gifted and high-achieving 4th–5th grade learners who are ready for complex, multi-step mathematical thinking. Each word problem integrates higher-level concepts and requires students to analyze, plan, compute, and justify their reasoning. Students won’t just solve — they’ll think deeply. ✨ What’s Included: 5 rigorous multi-step word problems Multi-digit multi
3rd - 6th
Applied Math
Pi Day Math Activities & Worksheets | Circumference, Area, Logic Puzzles No Prep
✨ What’s Included in This Packet:📖 A Brief History of Pi⭕ Anatomy of a Circle📊 Pi Frequency Analysis🧠 Pi Day Potluck Logic Puzzle🎂 Einstein's Birthday Decoder🥢 Buffon's Needle 🍕 Price of a Pizza🧀 The Crust Conundrum📏 The Great Circle Hunt🌌 Pi in Space!✅ Complete Answer Key🛠️ Perfect For:Pi Day Celebrations (March 14th): A full day of math-themed fun! 🗓️Math Centers & Stations: Perfect for group work and hands-on experiments. 🏫Real-World Application: Shows students exactly
1st - 12th
Applied Math, Decimals, Geometry
Luxury Home Staging Challenge: An Interior Design Project
Elevate your math instruction with this rigorous and highly engaging activity designed specifically for advanced learners ready for challenging, real-world application. Turn standard arithmetic practice into a high-stakes, authentic design challenge where students step into the role of Luxury Home Stagers. What Students Will Do: Students are given a fixed budget of $12,000 and must purchase furniture and decor from a custom catalog (included) to furnish four distinct rooms. They must meet spec
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Decimals
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Problem Based Learning - My Future Pool
This is a math problem-based learning project that can be completed in groups or individually. The goal of this project is for students to design their own pool and use mathematical reasoning and operations to determine the final cost. There are 5 extension activities in addition to the main project. This activity (and extension activities) includes the following skills: Addition and multiplication of numbers to the hundred thousands with decimalsDecision making and planningCalculating taxDrawin
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Math
CCSS
5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.7
Area & Perimeter of Rectilinear Figures Application: Task Cards
*Includes 14 word problem task cards, some with images* Try these engaging task cards to review the area and perimeter of real-world objects! These interactive word problems are a great way to get students up and moving around or working together. I suggest laminating the cards and letting students work with partners so each group can have 1 card at a time (14 cards).
4th - 9th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
5.G.B.3
, 6.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.6
Also included in: Area & Perimeter of Rectilinear Figures Application: Task Cards Bundle
Playground Design Project
This comprehensive, real-world math project challenges students to design a safe and functional playground within a budget constraint. Students apply geometry, area and perimeter calculations, and practical problem-solving skills to create a complete playground design.
4th - 10th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
, MP1
, MP2
+2
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