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Gifted & Talented: Convergent/Divergent Thinking
I use this activity to practice convergent vs. divergent thinking skills with my GT students. I also use it to introduce Hands on Equations as a way of demonstrating how a variable represents an unknown in an expression or equation, and that variable's value can change from one expression to the next. The document contains a series of puzzles for students to solve. For example, in the case of 12 M in a Y, M=months and Y=year. Puzzles progress from easy to difficult. Answers included. (Note:
4th - 7th
Algebra
CCSS
6.EE.A.2
, 7.EE.B.4
Broken Calculator Math Enrichment and Warm Up
Broken Calculators gets kids into rigorous mathematical thinking through whole group, small group, or independent practice. It is a way for enrichment and math warm ups and practices skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It is also perfect for remote OR in person students. This structure is also easy to adapt and differentiate, and is great for group work and mathematical conversations in the classroom. This product includes 7 weeks (40 slides) of daily practice. Dependi
3rd - 8th
Math, Mental Math
STEM Challenges: Year-Round Mega Bundle Digital VERSION
Super-charge your STEM class with 52 high-engagement, critical thinking, problem-solving, NGSS-aligned challenges to take you through the entire year! Modifications are included to make these activities engaging and challenging for students in grades 2 - 8. (Note: Two of the 52 challenges are included in bonus file.) The basic premise: Students work in partners or groups against criteria & constraints lists and use a combination of science, engineering, math, and technology skills to design and
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Math, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Writing Numerical Expressions Task Cards | Digital & Printable | Grades 5–6
Build student confidence with writing numerical expressions — a key step toward algebraic thinking! These Writing Numerical Expressions Task Cards give students repeated practice translating words into numerical expressions using correct operations and order of operations. This Early Bird task card set is flexible, standards-aligned practice that works both digital and printable, making it perfect for math centers, small groups, review, or independent practice. 📦 What’s Included 24 task ca
5th - 6th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, 5.OA.A.2
, 6.EE.A.2
Also included in: Bundled 4 Savings: Numerical Expressions and Order of Operations
Fibonacci Sequence Bundle Printable & Digital Math and Art Activities Grades 4-6
Discover the fascinating world of Fibonacci with this Printable & Digital Bundle—perfect for grades 4–6! This resource combines math, reading, art, and critical thinking into engaging activities that show how Fibonacci’s sequence appears in nature, animals, poetry, and architecture.By purchasing this BUNDLE, you are saving 20% off of each individual resource!This bundle includes two versions: ✨ Printable Version Includes teacher directions for a hands-on art activity Reading passages, comp
4th - 7th
Math, Reading
CCSS
4.OA.C.5
, 5.OA.B.3
, MP3
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Math Emoji Puzzles for Google Forms Set 1
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Emoji Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the emoji images and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseverance, which will improv
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Balance Puzzles for Google Forms Set 1
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Balance Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the monsters on the scales and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, divide, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseveranc
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Math Emoji Puzzles for Google Forms Set 2
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Emoji Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the emoji images and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseverance, which will improv
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Math Grid Puzzles for Google Forms Set 2
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Grid Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the images and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to add, subtract, multiply, divide, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseverance, which will improve w
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Balance Puzzles for Google Forms Set 2
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Balance Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the monsters on the scales and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, divide, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseveranc
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Discovery Lesson | Inverse Operations & One-Step Equations | Student-Led
Make math make sense with this student-led discovery lesson! Build deep conceptual understanding of inverse operations using triangular fact families & interactive slides- accessible for learners of all levels! Ditch the "I do, you do" and ignite critical thinking with this student-led discovery lesson focused on inverse operations and solving one-step equations through the power of triangular fact families! This high-engagement, concept-first resource is inspired by Building Thinking C
5th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.EE.B.5
, 7.EE.B.4a
, 8.EE.C.7a
+1
Also included in: Discovery Lessons Bundle | One-Step & Two-Step Equations | Student-Led
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
Holiday Cookie Christmas Math Project, Differentiated Open-Ended Problem Solving
This differentiated Christmas math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around holiday cookie baking. Students apply fraction and mixed number addition and subtraction, basic multiplication, table reading, 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. Note: Although this resource works beautifully as a Christmas math activity
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
+15
Differentiated Valentine Math Project | Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th 5th
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning a Valentine's Day classroom celebration. Students apply money skills, addition and subtraction, 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 Valentine's Day party — choosing
3rd - 5th
Math, Money Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 3.OA.D.8
+4
FREE Math Intervention Chat™ | 5th & 6th Grade Partial Products | Diagnostic
⭐Math Intervention Chat™: Diagnostic Companion Freebie A warm, digital‑first diagnostic tool for revealing your learner’s multiplication reasoning. Perfect for 5th & 6th-grade interventions, or advanced 4th-grade reasoning. This freebie includes two complete Chat Scripts, a Teacher Guide, Warm Transfer Keys, Diagnostic Error Analysis, and both Google Slides and PDF versions. Everything is designed to help you see your learner’s thinking clearly and respond with calm, predictable prompts.
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.B.5
, 6.NS.C.7
Black History STEM Activity - Functional Furniture Print and Paperless Bundle
This challenge was created as a way to celebrate Black History Month and/or Women’s History Month in science class. The premise is inspired by Sarah E. Goode’s 1885 invention of the folding cabinet bed. She was one of the first African-American women to obtain a patent for her invention! The basic premise:Working against a criteria/constraints list in groups, students will design and build multi-functional furniture, or furnish an entire apartment. Note: This resource includes both the printable
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Black History & Women's History Month STEM Challenge - Digital Version
This STEM Challenge was created as a way to celebrate Black History Month and/or Women’s History Month in science class. The premise is inspired by Sarah E. Goode’s 1885 invention of the folding cabinet bed. She was one of the first African-American women to obtain a patent for her invention! The basic premise: Working against a criteria/constraints list in groups, students will design and build multi-functional furniture, or furnish an entire apartment. Note: This version is for use with Google
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
February Valentine STEM Activity - Cards in the Clouds Print & Paperless Bundle
Valentine’s Day STEM Challenge activities should be more than just a craft or activity to pass the time! Even if your kids don't exchange cards, you can use kindness cards to inspire your classroom community (included in resource). How it Works:Working against a criteria/constraints list individually or in partners/groups, students will design and build the tallest “tower of love” possible using Valentine’s Day cards they were probably just going to throw away anyway!⭐️ ⭐️ Note: for older stu
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Back to School STEM Challenge - Apples Aloft 1:1 PAPERLESS
This back-to-school STEM / STEAM Challenge brings the joy back to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! The basic premise: Individually or in partners/groups, students will design and build the tallest tower possible using symbols of the back-to-school season: apples and school supplies! This challenge is also great for any time of year, but especially in the fall when learning about apples, Johnny Appleseed, or Sir Isaac Newton! Note: This version
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Valentine's Day STEM Activity - Cards in the Clouds Paperless Version
Looking for Valentine’s Day activities that your students will love but are more than just a craft or activity to pass the time? This Valentine’s STEM Challenge (or STEAM Challenge) will keep your students engaged in brain-busting work disguised as fun! The basic premise: Working against a criteria/constraints list individually or in partners/groups, students will design and build the tallest “tower of love” possible using Valentine’s Day cards they were probably just going to throw away anyway
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
WODB Project Student Created Which One is Sus? Enrichment among us TAG Challenge
Which One Doesn't Belong? This multi-level, low floor/high ceiling project can challenge your students' math reasoning and creativity! Students create their own WODB tasks for their classmates to determine "Which one is Sus?"Such a worthy task! :) Works beautifully with fraction standards, decimal numbers, factors & multiples. Teachers can focus on specific vocabulary or math topics if desired.Includes:4 Video Game Stylized templates for students to create their own reasoning tasks4 Match
3rd - 7th
Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
Ancient Egyptian Hot Dog Mummification Lab (Gifted & Talented Enrichment)
Bring ancient science to life in your classroom! This engaging lab includes an editable Google Slides presentation, step-by-step directions, and a student recording sheet—everything you need for a hands-on learning experience. Designed with gifted 3rd–5th graders in mind, it’s easily adaptable for a range of grade levels. Year after year, students are hooked on this activity! They don’t just learn about mummification—they experience it, using the scientific method to explore and truly understand
3rd - 6th
Ancient History, Measurement
Card Tower STEM Challenge Mini Bundle - PAPERLESS VERSION
This tower building STEM / STEAM Challenges is perfect for summer – or any time of the year! It brings the joy back to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! The basic premise: Individually, or in partners/groups, students work against a criteria and constraints list to build a tower designed for height and/or stability. You can choose to run the challenge as a single 20-30 minute fun building task, or select from multiple options to add layers of de
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Card Tower STEM Challenge - PAPERLESS VERSION
This tower building STEM / STEAM Challenges is perfect for summer – or any time of the year! It brings the joy back to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! The basic premise: Individually, or in partners/groups, students work against a criteria and constraints list to build a tower designed for height and/or stability. You can choose to run the challenge as a single 20-30 minute fun building task, or select from multiple options to add layers of de
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Also included in: Card Tower STEM Challenge Mini Bundle - PAPERLESS VERSION
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