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Creative Thinking Activities 3 - 5
Click on the PREVIEW tab above to see more!! Many of the activities in this packet incorporate creative thinking and writing skills. These 20 high interest activity sheets work great in centers, emergency sub plans, as morning work, and as “dessert” activities. They are suitable for a variety of ability levels in your classroom. Several activities in this packet are similar, but more advanced, to the ones in the K-2 packet. If you teach grades 3-6, check out my other resources:Magic Squar
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Creative Writing
Spring Logic Puzzles: Easter Task Cards, Easter Egg Hunt Math, Spring Task Boxes
Build critical thinking and problem solving skills with these 20 Spring and Easter Math Logic Puzzles! Second and third grade students will develop higher-level problem-solving skills, practice algebraic reasoning, and critical thinking skills using these 20 DIGITAL and PRINTABLE Spring and Easter math logic puzzles. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make these Easter and Spring math activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! Great March and April math activities fo
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+4
Addition and Subtraction Word Problem Featuring Depth and Complexity
This Depth & Complexity math word problem allows kids to explore their thinking while solving a real world problem. **Now includes a digital layer! Not only will students be adding and subtracting, but they will also be examining the details of the problem, determining important math vocabulary, and solving the problem in different ways. Students will also need to explain their thinking as they finally solve the problem. Content:During the problem, students will be asked to figure out if
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.B.2
St. Patrick's Day Logic Puzzles
What a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and help your students develop critical thinking skills! This product has two puzzles - the same basic story line, but one logic puzzle is slightly more difficult than the other. Both critical thinking puzzles use basic math skills such as greater than, less than, addition and subtraction. Included in this packet are two versions of each puzzle - one with blank space for students to devise their own method for solving the puzzle - the other version u
5th - 7th
Basic Operations
Also included in: St Patrick's Day Logic Puzzle Bundle
Early Finishers Math Activities | Equations Within 20 | 1st & 2nd Grade
Engaging early finisher math activities for 1st and 2nd grade. Students create equations, explore number relationships, and build fact fluency within 20 using higher-level thinking strategies. Perfect enrichment that is NOT busy work. I’m Done! Now What? — The Answer Is… EQUATIONS! Stop hearing “I’m finished! What do I do now?” and start giving students meaningful math thinking instead of busy work. This engaging Early Finishers Math Resource challenges first and second grade students to thin
1st - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.B.3
, 1.OA.C.6
, 2.OA.B.2
4th Grade Math Warm Up Single & Two Step Multiplication & Division Word Problems
These 4th grade number talks will help gifted and talented students multiply and divide with math problems of the day! Project the paperless journal prompts on the board for morning work. Students will understand and apply their thinking as they talk about math, draw models, write their own problems and find multiple answers to open-ended questions. They can solve single and two-step multiplication and divison word problems for daily practice. There are so many ways to use this resource! Project
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
, 5.NBT.B.5
+5
Fraction of the Day Number Talk 4th Grade Math Warm Up Slides & Journal Prompts
These 4th grade fraction number talks will help gifted and talented students warm up with math problems of the day! Project the paperless journal prompts on the board for morning work. Students will understand and apply their thinking as they talk about math, draw models, write their own problems and find multiple answers to open-ended questions. There are so many ways to use this resource! Project a problem at the start of each math session, assign the problems digitally, or print questions fo
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.A.1
, 4.NF.A.2
, 4.NF.B.3
+12
4th Grade Math Warm Up Slides Place Value and Multidigit Number Operations Talk
These 4th grade place value number talks will help gifted and talented students warm up with math problems of the day! Project the paperless journal prompts on the board for morning work. Students will understand and apply their thinking as they talk about math, draw models, write their own problems and find multiple answers to open-ended questions. There are so many ways to use this resource! Project a problem at the start of each math session, assign the problems digitally, or print questions
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.A.3
+2
4th Grade September Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 4th Grade September themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous September dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging September critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From determining Jo
4th
Basic Operations, Math
4th Grade November Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 4th Grade November themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous November dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging November critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From calculating the d
4th
Basic Operations, Math
4th Grade October Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 4th Grade October themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous October dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging October critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From calculating personal
4th
Basic Operations, Math
3rd Grade November Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 3rd Grade November themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous November dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging November critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From calculating Danie
3rd
Basic Operations, Math
3rd Grade September Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 3rd Grade September themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous September dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging September critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From calculating ho
3rd
Basic Operations, Math
3rd Grade October Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 3rd Grade October themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous October dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging October critical thinking math problems and projects inviting the student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From calculating M & M's
3rd
Basic Operations, Math
4th Grade March Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 4th Grade March themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous March dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging March critical thinking math problems and projects inviting each student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From creating new flower breeds
4th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
4th Grade February Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 4th Grade February themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous February dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging February critical thinking math problems and projects inviting each student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From creating fractions
4th
Basic Operations, Fractions
CCSS
4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.B.4
, 4.OA.C.5
+8
3rd Grade March Math Projects, Problem-Solving
NO-PREP! 3rd Grade March themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous March dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging March critical thinking math problems and projects inviting each student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From creating new mathematical c
3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
3rd Grade May Math Projects, Problem-Solving, Distance Learning
NO-PREP! 3rd Grade May themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous May dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging May critical thinking math problems and projects inviting each student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From creating a menu for National Piz
3rd
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
4th Grade May Math Projects, Problem-Solving, Distance Learning
NO-PREP! 4th Grade May themed math problem solving projects and problems! Challenging fun math research projects and problems about famous May dates, birthdays and holidays! Excellent for homework, individual assignments or group work! Nine engaging May critical thinking math problems and projects inviting each student to use math skills they have practiced comprehensively throughout the year. Works perfectly for distance learning as well!CCSS/STAAR Aligned From creating an elapsed time schedule
4th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
1st & 2nd Grade Math Enrichment | Picture Brain Teasers | Level 2
These logic puzzle activities are perfect for gifted and talented kindergarten, 1st grade & 2nd graders who need an extra challenge! They are great for math centers, homework, enrichment and early finishers. Students must use logic, reasoning, and critical thinking to determine the numeric value of each picture in the puzzle. They will use their knowledge of doubles facts to really "unlock" the problem- but there might be some trial and error involved as they persevere to figure out each probl
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, K.OA.A.5
, 1.OA.B.3
+8
Also included in: Math Enrichment | Picture Brain Teasers Bundle
Calculator Practice Task Cards Addition Subtraction Calculator Math Practice
Make calculator use meaningful, engaging, and purposeful with these differentiated calculator practice task cards designed to help students build confidence with basic operations. These hands-on tasks give students the opportunity to add, subtract, multiply, and divide while strengthening problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a fun, low-pressure way. Perfect for math center games, small group work, early finishers, or enrichment, these activities fit seamlessly into any math block and
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Fruit Emoji Logic Puzzle Math Task Cards Addition Within 20 for 1st 2nd Grade
Are you ready to challenge your first and second grade students with these adding sums to 20 math enrichment logic puzzle task cards?! However you use these Fruit Emoji logic puzzles, they will provide a fun review with engaging themes for mastering math facts, promote beginning algebraic thinking, and become a class favorite activity! These are great for gifted and talented education, morning warm ups, sub activities, fast finishers, and more! I’m sure task cards are already a staple in yo
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
, 1.OA.D.8
, 2.OA.B.2
Also included in: Math Enrichment Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser Task Card Mega Bundle
4th Grade Math Project Plan a Dream Vacation Multiplication and Division Review
This multiplication and division review is a perfect math project for engaging 4th grade gifted and talented students. Early finishers in 4th grade get to plan a dream vacation while diving deeper into multiplication and division review problems. Students will enjoy designing a vacation resort in this project-based learning math activity. In this challenge, students will design a vacation resort, think mathematically, and create an advertisement to showcase their work. If your class enjoys this
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+5
Two by Two Area Model Multiplication Hands On Distributive Property Area Model
Looking for hands on multiplication activities? Use these two by two area model multiplication worksheets to teach distributive property area model methods using number tiles. Teach box method multiplication, or the area model strategy, to 4th and 5th grade students. Practice two by two area model multiplication worksheets in a tactile way with number squares. These print and digital math tiles provide enrichment for gifted and talented students as they practice the area model for multiplication
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
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