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Logic Puzzles 3rd Grade Math Enrichment Puzzles Games Problem Solving Activities
Brain Teaser Higher Level Thinking Enrichment Logic Puzzles 3rd Grade Math Engaging, hands-on, DIGITAL and PRINTABLE critical thinking and problem-solving math logic puzzle center activities. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make these activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! Give your students fun activities to discover how to problem solve by exploring it on their own using these pig theme math brain teaser tasks. Students will love problem solving as they us
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
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
Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles 2nd & 3rd Grade Problem Solving Enrichment Games
Build critical thinking and problem skills with these Fall Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles. 2nd and 3rd grade students will problem solve using 20 DIGITAL and PRINTALBE Thanksgiving logic puzzles that teach them to think analytically and outside the box. Students will love using these Thanksgiving Theme Logic Puzzles for: morning math enrichment activitiesmath center activitiesearly finishers workextra creditgame daysThanksgiving party activitiesNovember centersThanksgiving Brain Teasers Includes:20
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+4
Problem Solving Strategies: Guess and check method (Grades 3–8)
🎯 Develop strong problem-solving skills through structured word problem practice. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Acting out the problem • Analyzing tables in word problems • Breaking problems into parts • Drawing a diagram • Guess and check method • Multi step problem planning • Solving two step equations from word problems • Understanding decimal word problems • Understanding fraction word problems • Understanding percent word problems • Using bar models • Using benchmark numbers • Using estimation
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Problem Solving Strategies: Analyzing graphs in word problems (Grades 3–8)
🎯 Develop strong problem-solving skills through structured word problem practice. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Analyzing graphs in word problems • Checking reasonableness • Converting units in problems • Highlighting important information • Identifying missing information • Representing unknowns with variables • Understanding area problems • Understanding money word problems • Understanding perimeter problems • Understanding time word problems • Using bar models • Using estimation to check answers
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Understanding decimal word problems — Grades 3–8 Problem Solving
🧮 Build confidence using proven strategies to tackle multi-step word problems. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Checking reasonableness • Choosing what to do with remainders • Drawing a diagram • Estimating before solving • Identifying keywords • Multi step problem planning • Understanding decimal word problems • Understanding part part whole problems • Understanding rate problems • Using bar models • Using benchmark numbers • Using compatible numbers • Using number lines • Using patterns • Working ba
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Problem Solving Strategies: Understanding decimal word problems (Grades 3–8)
📝 Develop strong problem-solving skills through structured word problem practice. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Determining the operation • Drawing a diagram • Guess and check method • Identifying keywords • Solving two step equations from word problems • Translating words to expressions • Understanding decimal word problems • Understanding equal groups problems • Understanding fraction word problems • Understanding part part whole problems • Understanding percent word problems • Understanding rati
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Solving Problems Step by Step QUIZ SHOW Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Quiz Show is a No Prep Math review game where teams/students score points by answering questions correctly! These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. There are 20 questions & answers included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Problems Step by Step They are digital resources, no printouts required. How It Works: The games run entirely on PowerPoint, and you can edit the questions and answers if you like.Start the presentation on
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep
Using units correctly — Grades 3–8 Problem Solving
🧠 Build confidence using proven strategies to tackle multi-step word problems. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Acting out the problem • Analyzing graphs in word problems • Highlighting important information • Ignoring extra information • Multi step problem planning • Solving comparison multiplication problems • Using bar models • Using tape diagrams • Using units correctly • Working backwards ⭐ **Perfect For:** • Bell Ringers • Warm-Ups • Problem Solving • Math Test Prep • Intervention • Independent
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Working backwards — Word Problems & Strategies (Grades 3–8)
📊 Build confidence using proven strategies to tackle multi-step word problems. 📌 **Topics Included:** • Highlighting important information • Identifying extra steps in multi step problems • Multi step problem planning • Solving comparison multiplication problems • Translating words to expressions • Understanding data word problems • Understanding fraction word problems • Using arrays • Using tape diagrams • Working backwards ⭐ **Perfect For:** • Bell Ringers • Warm-Ups • Problem Solving • Math
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Solving Problems Step by Step FRAZZLED Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Win Big, then Lose Big, Then Win Big Again. So Frustrating, and FUN!Frazzled is a No Prep Math review game where teams earn an unknown amount of points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points! Reveal a bomb and your points get reset to ZERO!Each game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Problems Step by Step. It
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Different Ways to Solve a Problem VERY UNFAIR GAME - No Prep Grade 5 Math Review
This game is VERY UNFAIR and the kids love it! The Very Unfair Game is a No Prep Math review game where students earn points for answering correctly, but the points can be positive or negative, and can be assigned to your team or your opponents’ team! And to make it the VERY Unfair Game, if you get the answer wrong, then the opposing team gets to assign the points to any team they choose. The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game. The game is playable with the wh
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Solving Perimeter Word Problems BIRD BRAIN Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Risk Big to Win Big, or play it safe and be a CHICKEN!BIRD BRAIN is a No Prep Math review game where students choose their level to determine the points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points!These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Perimeter Word Problems. These are digital resources, no printouts
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Measurement
Also included in: 20 BIRD BRAIN Math Games - Measurement & Data - Grade 3 No Prep Review
Solving Area Word Problems BIRD BRAIN Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Risk Big to Win Big, or play it safe and be a CHICKEN!BIRD BRAIN is a No Prep Math review game where students choose their level to determine the points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points!These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Area Word Problems. These are digital resources, no printouts requi
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Measurement
Also included in: 20 BIRD BRAIN Math Games - Measurement & Data - Grade 3 No Prep Review
Solving Money Word Problems BIRD BRAIN Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Risk Big to Win Big, or play it safe and be a CHICKEN!BIRD BRAIN is a No Prep Math review game where students choose their level to determine the points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points!These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Money Word Problems. These are digital resources, no printouts requ
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Money Math
Also included in: 20 BIRD BRAIN Math Games - Measurement & Data - Grade 3 No Prep Review
Solving Word Problems with Lengths BIRD BRAIN Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Risk Big to Win Big, or play it safe and be a CHICKEN!BIRD BRAIN is a No Prep Math review game where students choose their level to determine the points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points!These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Word Problems with Lengths. These are digital resources, no printou
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Measurement
Also included in: 20 BIRD BRAIN Math Games - Measurement & Data - Grade 3 No Prep Review
Solving Elapsed Time Word Problems BIRD BRAIN Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
Risk Big to Win Big, or play it safe and be a CHICKEN!BIRD BRAIN is a No Prep Math review game where students choose their level to determine the points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points!These games are playable with the whole class together, or you can play them as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Elapsed Time Word Problems. These are digital resources, no printou
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Telling Time
Also included in: 20 BIRD BRAIN Math Games - Measurement & Data - Grade 3 No Prep Review
Different Ways to Solve a Problem BIG UNFAIR Math Game - No Prep Grade 5 Review
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep Math review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 5, Different Ways to Solve a Problem. It
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Solving Problems Step by Step BIG UNFAIR Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep Math review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Problems Step by Step. It is a
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
Solving Word Problems with Lengths BIG UNFAIR Math Game - No Prep Grade 3 Review
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep Math review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Math, Grade 3, Solving Word Problems with Lengths. It
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math Test Prep, Measurement
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
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
Earthquake Math Word Problems | 3rd Grade | Multi-Step | Problem Solving
Earthquake Math Word Problems | 3rd Grade | Challenging Multi-Step Worksheets | Unit StudyMake math meaningful with this engaging set of earthquake-themed word problems designed specifically for 3rd grade learners! Perfect for a cross-curricular unit study, these worksheets combine real-world problem solving with essential math skills—keeping students challenged, thinking critically, and fully engaged. This resource includes 15 unique worksheets, each featuring one carefully crafted, high-
3rd - 4th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.D.8
+8
Gifted Math Problem Solving Grades 2-4
Looking for challenging, thought-provoking math problems that go beyond basic computation? This multi-step word problem resource is designed specifically for gifted and high-achieving students in grades 2–3 who are ready for deeper mathematical thinking. Students will apply multiplication, division, and higher-level reasoning skills while solving real-world, multi-layered problems. Each task requires students to analyze information, determine necessary operations, and clearly explain their think
2nd - 5th
Applied Math
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