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TANGRAMS DECEMBER TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Problem Solving Critical Thinking
TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). DECEMBER TANGRAMS are printable & include a tangram template. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. [kindergarten, first, second, third, 1st, 2nd, 3rd grade] CONTENTS18 December themed puzzle mats18 mats wi
K - 3rd
Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â TANGRAMS BUNDLE TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking
TANGRAMS TANGRAM PUZZLES WINTER Math Center Problem Solving Critical Thinking
TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). WINTER TANGRAMS are printable & include a tangram template. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. CONTENTS16 winter activity themed puzzle mats16 mats with delineated shapes for young learners16 mats with no s
K - 3rd
Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â TANGRAMS BUNDLE TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking
Christmas Logic Puzzles | Winter Holiday Brain Teasers | Morning Work
Bring the magic of the holiday season into your classroom while sharpening your students' brains!This Christmas-themed Logic Path pack features 45 unique, high-quality logic puzzles designed to develop spatial reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Whether you need a festive morning work activity, a STEM challenge, or something to keep your "early finishers" engaged during the winter season, this No-Prep pack is your perfect solution! What’s Included in this Festive Pack?45 D
1st - 6th
For All Subjects, Geometry, Other (Math)
Food LEGO STEM Task Cards Morning Work, Brain Breaks, Bell Ringers
Food LEGO Puzzles turn hands-on building into a playful way to strengthen early problem-solving skills.Designed to keep kids engaged as they build food-themed puzzle models, these task cards encourage focus, visual thinking, and creative confidence through simple, satisfying STEM challenges.Each card guides learners through a build the puzzle prompt using LEGO-style bricks, making it easy to combine structured learning with open-ended play.Whether used in the classroom, at home, or in a learning
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Space LEGO STEM Task Cards Morning Work, Brain Breaks, Bell Ringers
Space LEGO Puzzles make hands-on learning feel like a mission students will want to complete. With a space theme and LEGO-style building challenges, this resource helps bring STEM practice into your classroom in a way that feels playful, purposeful, and easy to use. These STEM task cards are designed to get students building, thinking, and problem-solving through space-themed LEGO puzzle challenges. They are a great fit for centers, early finishers, STEM tubs, small groups, or enrichment time,
K - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
TANGRAMS TANGRAM PUZZLES POLAR PALS Math Center Problem Solving GATE
POLAR PALS TANGRAM PUZZLES TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). POLAR PALS TANGRAMS are printable & include a tangram template. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. CONTENTS20 polar themed puzzle mats20 mats with delineated shapes for young l
K - 3rd
Geometry
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â TANGRAMS BUNDLE TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking
Volume Problem Solving Review Task Cards: Cubes & Rectangular Pyramids
Two-Sided Problems Solving Task Cards provide an effective approach to independent practice and reteach that is necessary for mastery. The 9 levels of task cards progress in rigor from basic problems to rigorous multi step problems. They have been used to successfully prepare struggling students for the difficult state assessment test and to provide GATE students with the rigor needed. With the word problem on one side and step by step problem solving directions on the other, students are able t
5th - 9th
Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.2
, 7.G.B.6
Daily Math Review Worksheets for PreK, Kindergarten and 1st Grade Morning Work
Unlock your child’s math confidence with these amazing Daily Math Review Activities for Preschool to Kindergarten Morning Work. Kids can practice their skills with these math worksheets. As a teacher, you can print, laminate, and use the activities with your class. The flashcards can also be used as starter activities or icebreakers. Over 70 pages of printable worksheets with daily activities covering all the skills pre-K and kindergartners need in math. This Kindergarten and early years Math r
PreK - 1st
Geometry, Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
 +22
Also included in:Â Comprehensive Math Lessons and Self-Grading Activities and Worksheet Bundle
Same or Different Shapes Visual Discrimination Activity for Preschool, Pre-K,
Looking for a fun, low-prep way to work on visual discrimination, shape identification, and critical thinking with your early learners? This Same or Different? (Shapes Edition) activity is perfect for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, and speech therapy sessions! Students compare pairs of shapes and determine whether they are the same or different—building early math and cognitive-linguistic foundations in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for:SLPs working on visual attention, early concepts, and s
PreK - K
Geometry, Not Subject Specific
Back to School Pattern Block Mats Puzzles Templates Printable Shapes Stem
Kick off the school year with critical thinking and problem-solving using these Back to School STEM Tangram Puzzles & Pattern Block Templates! With 15 engaging school-themed designs, this resource is perfect for math centers, STEM challenges, morning work, fine motor practice, and early finishers. 3 Varieties: ✅ Color Tangrams ✅ Outline (Ink-Saving Version) ✅ Solid Templates – Encourage STEM thinking by challenging students to analyze, rotate, and fit 2D shapes correctly Includes
PreK - K
Engineering, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.5
, K.G.B.5
 +1
TANGRAMS THANKSGIVING TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking GATE
TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). THANKSGIVING TANGRAMS are printable & include a tangram template. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. CONTENTS17 Thanksgiving themed puzzle mats17 mats with delineated shapes for young learners17 mats with n
K - 3rd
Geometry
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â TANGRAMS BUNDLE TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking
TANGRAMS TANGRAM PUZZLES to Accompany STELLALUNA Math Center Critical Thinking
TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). These TANGRAMS are a perfect extension activity for Janelle Cannon's wonderful book, STELLALUNA. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. CONTENTS12 puzzle mats6 mats with delineated shapes for young learners6 mat
K - 3rd
Geometry
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â BATS BUNDLE to Accompany STELLALUNA
Colored Star Sorting
Print, cut out, and laminate for a colorful sorting activity! Work on naming colors and counting starts with your little ones!
PreK - K
Geometry, Other (Math), Visual Arts
TANGRAMS TANGRAM PUZZLES MARCH St. Patrick's Day Math Center Critical Thinking
MARCH TANGRAM PUZZLES TANGRAMS provide a captivating, hands-on means to develop problem solving, spatial reasoning, & critical thinking in young children. These puzzles exercise concepts about geometry ( transformation, rotation, congruence, symmetry, etc.). MARCH TANGRAMS are printable & include a tangram template. This differentiated activity is great for center or individual work in primary grades. CONTENTS16 March themed puzzle mats16 mats with delineated shapes for young learners16
K - 3rd
Geometry
CCSS
K.G.B.6
, 1.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.1
 +1
Also included in:Â TANGRAMS BUNDLE TANGRAM PUZZLES Math Center Critical Thinking
Animal LEGO STEM Task Cards Morning Work, Brain Breaks, Bell Ringers
Animal LEGO STEM Task Cards give students a hands-on way to build problem-solving skills while keeping morning work simple, purposeful, and engaging. With an animal theme and LEGO-based challenges, this resource helps turn early classroom time into meaningful independent learning that feels playful and productive. Designed for students who learn best by doing, these STEM task cards invite children to solve animal-inspired LEGO puzzle challenges during morning work, centers, or early finisher tim
K - 5th
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Magnetic Tile Mats ⎹ Mixed Shape Designs ⎹ Set 3
🔷 Magnetic Tile Mats are designed to support hands-on learning through play, spatial reasoning, problem solving, and early math exploration. Children recreate designs using magnetic tiles while experimenting with shapes, orientation, visual discrimination, and design. This set includes 10 unique mixed-shape magnetic tile designs using squares and triangles, with 2 versions of every design for built-in differentiation and varying levels of challenge. One version includes all individual shapes
PreK - K
Geometry, Other (Arts)
Also included in:Â Magnetic Tile Mats: Single Shape Designs BUNDLE
Magnetic Tile Mats ⎹ Single Shape Designs ⎹ Set 2
🔷 Magnetic Tile Mats are designed to support hands-on learning through play, spatial reasoning, problem solving, and early math exploration. Children recreate designs using magnetic tiles while experimenting with shapes, orientation, visual discrimination, and design. This set includes 10 unique single-shape magnetic tile designs using squares and triangles, with 2 versions of every design for built-in differentiation and varying levels of challenge. One version includes all individual shape
PreK - K
Geometry, Other (Math)
Also included in:Â Magnetic Tile Mats: Single Shape Designs BUNDLE
Magnetic Tile Mats ⎹ Single Shape Designs ⎹ Set 1
🔷 Magnetic Tile Mats are designed to support hands-on learning through play, spatial reasoning, problem solving, and early math exploration. Children recreate designs using magnetic tiles while experimenting with shapes, orientation, visual discrimination, and design. This set includes 10 unique single-shape magnetic tile designs using squares and triangles, with 2 versions of every design for built-in differentiation and varying levels of challenge. One version includes all individual shape
PreK - K
Geometry, Not Subject Specific, Other (Math)
Also included in:Â Magnetic Tile Mats: Single Shape Designs BUNDLE
Geometry & Perimeter- Building Thinking Classrooms Math Task
Inspired by Building Thinking Classrooms, this enrichment activity provides opportunity for student engagement, discourse, and problem solving as partners work together to find possible solutions. This particular task requires students to use their knowledge of geometry and perimeter. This task can be easily differentiated & suggestions are included in the pdf :)
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Geometry
After Winter Break Winter STEM Challenge Activity - Print & Digital Bundle
Winter STEM challenges are a powerful way to channel student energy into focused, hands-on problem solving. The Frosted Forest STEM Challenge blends geometry, engineering, and critical thinking into an engaging design task that works for a wide range of grade levels. In this challenge, students work in partners or small groups to design the iciest tree possible using triangular icicles and a clear set of criteria and constraints. The result is a highly engaging STEM activity that feels playful
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Geometry
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
 +7
Grade 4 STEM Mega Bundle – 10 Engineering & Science Worksheets with Rubrics
Grade 4 STEM Mega Bundle – 10 Engineering & Science Worksheets with RubricsLooking for meaningful STEM work that builds real thinking, not busy work? This Grade 4 STEM Mega Bundle includes 10 classroom ready worksheets that challenge students to design, predict, test, explain, and improve. Each activity blends science, engineering, math thinking, and literacy so students are doing authentic problem solving while meeting curriculum expectations. These worksheets are designed for teachers who wan
4th
Engineering, Geometry, Measurement
Playground Designer | Differentiated STEM & Budgeting Activity
Challenge students to think creatively and critically with this engaging differentiated playground design STEM activity! Students use problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and design skills to create their own playground layouts while working within increasingly complex design requirements. Level 1 – Basic Playground Design Students design a playground using a simple geometric grid Focus on layout, shape placement, and creative thinking Level 2 – Safety Rules Challenge Students must follow play
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Financial Literacy, Geometry
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.6
 +7
NEW Kindergarten 1st Grade 2D Shapes | Math Geometry Activity
Are you tired of paying monthly subscriptions just to use digital math activities in your classroom? Gary's Bright Ideas solves that problem. This is a self-contained HTML interactive activity for Kindergarten and First Grade 2D Shapes (Geometry) — no login, no subscription, no internet required after download. Just open the file in any web browser and start practicing. Why teachers love this format: ✅ No login required — students just click and play ✅ No subscription needed — pay once, use
K - 1st
Geometry, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.G.A.2
, 1.G.A.1
Pattern Block: Puzzle Mats
Activity Description: Pattern Block ChallengeEngage students in a hands-on pattern block puzzle activity that combines spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and basic math skills. Students use pattern blocks to recreate colorful designs while exploring how shapes fit together. This activity includes 10 different designs for each file and multiple difficulty levels so every learner can participate and feel successful. How It Works: Level 1: Using pattern blocks, students recreate the picture by
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations, Geometry
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
 +6
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