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4th Grade Decimal Math Project Based Learning - Exchange Rate Word Problems GATE
Explore decimal operations in your 4th or 5th grade classroom with this foreign exchange rate math project. Students will enhance their skills in adding, subtracting, and rounding decimals through real-world applications. Foster critical thinking in an immersive learning experience. This independent math project about solving decimal word problems is perfect for engaging gifted learners. The exploration integrates english, math, and social studies concepts. Students read a passage about foreign
4th - 5th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.B.4c
, 5.NF.B.3
, 5.NF.B.4
+4
Project Based Learning PBL Projects Bundle Math Writing 3rd 4th 5th Grade
Using Project Based Learning in your classroom is the perfect way to have your students incorporate reading, writing, math, critical thinking, and problem solving skills in a fun, real-life context. In these PBL units, students will complete a variety of rigorous and engaging real world tasks such as planning a camping trip, running an ice cream truck, planing a makeover of their classroom and more. Give your students choice! As they work through these PBL activities, they will have the opp
3rd - 6th
Math, Science, Writing
Rainforest Project Based Learning PBL Habitats ELA Math Writing Activity
Using this Rainforest Project Based Learning in your classroom is the perfect way to have your students incorporate reading, writing, science, math, critical thinking, and problem solving skills in a fun, real-life context. In this PBL unit, your kids will love being SURVIVOR KID as they try to survive 5 days and nights in the rainforest! As they work to survive the rainforest, they will need to plan and budget, design a shelter, design a water filtration device, plan for animal and insect en
3rd - 6th
Geography, Science, Writing
5th Grade Thanksgiving Project Based Learning | November Math Activities
Thanksgiving Project-based learning (PBL)! Help your students practice decimals and fractions with this quality project-based learning for 5th grade. It includes a teacher guide walking you through each step. Do you have what it takes to plan a big Thanksgiving dinner? This project will test your kids planning and Math skills! The kids get to decide who they want to invite to their dinner, and the guest list drives this project! They will do real-life calculations using actual grocery store ads
5th
Decimals, Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: 5th Grade Math Project Based Learning Bundle
November Project Based Learning Math Project - 4th Grade Thanksgiving Math Task
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning a holiday feast. Students apply addition and subtraction, elapsed time, basic multiplication, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task.Your students are going to plan an entire holiday meal — figuring out how much food to make, how lo
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
+4
Project Based Learning Math and STEM Activities - Design a Mini Golf Course PBL
DESIGN A MINI-GOLF COURSE DESIGN A MINI-GOLF COURSE With STEM and Math Children and adults love to play mini-golf. Now is their chance to design their own mini-golf course using math and problem-solving skills. This PBL math and STEM project allows students a hands-on experience involving math, writing, and design. Teachers, this is such a flexible project. You can scale it down for younger students or require more for older or more advanced students. It's a perfect STEM unit, too. Your stude
3rd - 5th
For All Subjects, Geometry, Other (Math)
Also included in: Project Based Learning Math and Economics Activities 10 PBL Units
Math & Art Project-Based Learning: Piet Mondrian, Fractions, Decimals & Percents
This unique project combines Piet Mondrian's art with a mathematical project. Using this product, students investigate Mondrian's art using the "See-Think-Wonder" routine from "Making Thinking Visible. They estimate fractional amounts of color on Mondrian-inspired examples, and measure the artwork using 100s grid overlays. They also create their own Mondrian-inspired art using specific fraction amounts. Next, students learn how to turn those fraction amounts into decimal number representatio
4th - 5th
Decimals, Fractions
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.B.7
, 4.NF.A.1
+30
Project Based Learning Math Activity STEM Engineering Design a Playground
Project Based Learning STEM Activity - Create a Playground for your school or community that is inclusive for all students / kids! In this project based learning resource for an All Ability Playground, students will work in teams to accomplish the tasks needed to see a project from start to finish. Along the way, they will need to creatively problem solve, plan, utilize their math skills (for money activities, area, and perimeter calculations), and their common sense, too. ✅ What You'll Get ✅
3rd - 7th
Math
CCSS, NGSS
4.MD.A.3
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Project Based Learning Math - Open and Run an Ice Cream Shop - With Digital
Everyone loves ice cream! This student-centered (real-world) project based learning math unit incorporates collaboration and differentiation by providing student choice. As your students open and run their own ice cream shop, they also learn about the history of ice cream, entrepreneurship, and economics. This OPEN AN ICE CREAM SHOP real-world math challenge requires students to use inquiry, critical thinking, and their creative minds during the high-interest cross-curricular activities [math
3rd - 5th
For All Subjects
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, MP4
+1
Also included in: Project Based Learning Math Bundle With Writing and Research - Economics
Project Based Learning Math & ELA: Open a Coffee Shop With Technology
All of us have our favorite coffee shop. People go to coffee shops to visit with friends and grab a cup of their favorite coffee drink. Now is your chance for your students to open their very own coffee shop. They have an opportunity to create their own menu and more. Students will learn about the history of coffee, open a shop, and solve different math problems. "There are some things you need to do so your shop will be a success. It requires you to do some research as you do your planning."
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, Math
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.W.2
+15
Also included in: Project Based Learning Math and Economics Activities 10 PBL Units
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)
Math & Art Project-Based Learning: Monet, Perimeter, Area,& Metric Measurement
Welcome to Monet Math! This 3 part-project is an interdisciplinary one that combines area, perimeter, metric linear measurement, art history, reading, research, and drawing and design. This investigation began when we posed the questions, “If we were going to design your own garden, how would we design it? What would we plant in our garden? What features would we include in your garden?” This product includes step-by-step directions for investigating Claude Monet, garden planning using centimet
4th - 6th
Measurement, Visual Arts
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+9
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
Party Planning Project: Project-Based Learning | Grades 4–6 | Math and Writing
Bring real-world learning into your classroom with this engaging Party Planning Project, designed to integrate math, writing, research, financial literacy, and creativity into one meaningful project. Perfect for upper elementary and middle grades, this resource guides students through planning a complete themed event while working within a realistic budget and presenting their proposal professionally. Students research ideas, calculate costs, write an organized proposal, and create a data-drive
4th - 7th
Decimals, Financial Literacy, Writing
CCSS
5.MD.B.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.7
+19
Math Project-Based Learning Bundle (Grades 6–8) | Real-World Math Projects
Looking for engaging, real-world math projects that actually work in middle school classrooms? This Math Project-Based Learning Bundle includes a collection of hands-on math projects designed for Grades 6-8. Each project connects math concepts to meaningful, real-life contexts, helping students build conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in math while having fun! This bundle includes hands-on, real-world math projects designed to build student engagement while reinfor
5th - 9th
Algebra, Financial Literacy, Other (Math)
Advanced Math : Problem Solving and Communications Bundle Gifted 5th
Are you looking for various resources and activities to challenge your gifted math students in problem solving and communication? Try Pan Balance algebraic thinking Monday, an open ended problem Tuesday and Wednesday, a multi-step word problem Thursday and Project Based Learning on Friday. Students will get variety, stay engaged at their level, and students on standard can push themselves to answer level 1 of the questions as well. This bundle works well in stations or centers, whole class, or f
5th - 6th
Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
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
Multiplication Project Based Learning | Upper Elementary Math Enrichment
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to assess your students' ability to do multi-digit multiplication? This engaging Project Based Learning asks students to use their multiplication and estimation skills to solve a real-world problem. This resource is good for use with ANY multiplication strategy! Area Model, Partial Product or Standard Algorithm. Student Task: Your job today will be to design and create a house using the materials provided. As a construction manager, you have a budget
4th - 6th
Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.5
Problem Based Learning (PBL): Road Trip
Students love problem based learning (PBL) assignments because they're authentic and engaging. The students are presented a problem and the students must create a solution to the problem. This PBL assignment focuses on creating a Road Trip for their family. The students must plan, map, budget, document, and reflect upon their process. This PBL unit is cross curricular by including math, social studies & geography, reading, and writing. It is great as a stand-alone unit or an extension for
4th - 8th
English Language Arts, Math
Math Project Based Learning/Summer Camp: Search and Rescue, Music, Restaurant
Ditch the Worksheets: Bring Math to Life with this 5-Day Immersive Simulation! Are you looking for a way to banish the phrase "When will I ever use this?" from your classroom? This comprehensive, 5-day math simulation bundle turns your 2nd- 5th grade students into real-world problem solvers. Designed as a high-engagement summer camp or an end-of-year "Math Week," this unit replaces rote memorization with adventure, creativity, and hands-on crafting.What’s Inside the Bundle?✅ 5 Detailed 80-M
2nd - 6th
Financial Literacy, Fractions, Graphing
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
Advanced Math : Problem Solving and Communications Bundle Gifted 4th
Are you looking for various resources and activities to challenge your 4th grade gifted math students in problem solving and communication? Try pan balance algebraic thinking Monday, an open ended problem Tuesday and Wednesday, a multi-step word problem Thursday and Project Based Learning on Friday. Students will get variety, stay engaged at their level, and students on standard can push themselves to answer level 1 questions as well. This bundle works well in stations or centers, whole class,
4th - 5th
Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Learn Math fun and Easy addition (+)
This lesson teaches children about addition in a simple and fun way. Children are given the opportunity to think and make decisions based on the problems presented, as demonstrated in the examples provided. Hopefully, children will be able to add in a fun way.
3rd - 8th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Visual Arts
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