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4th Grade Math Common Core Fractions Exemplar Word Problems
4th Grade Math Common Core Fractions Word Problems written to challenge students. These will enrich and extend their thinking. Standards covered are 4MD2 as well as 4OA3. These work extremely well as exemplars. There are three real world questions that can be solved as a whole class, in small groups or by individual students.
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
4th Grade Math Common Core Measurement Exemplar Word Problems
4th Grade Math Common Core Measurement Word Problems written to challenge students. These will enrich and extend their thinking. Standards covered are 4MD2 and 4MD3 as well as 4OA3. These work extremely well as exemplars. There are three real world questions that can be solved as a whole class, in small groups or by individual students.
3rd - 5th
Math Test Prep, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
, 4.OA.A.3
Mission to Mars Math Project
Students work in teams to apply their math skills to plan a Journey to Mars. If the trip takes 6 months there, and 6 months home and you will stay for 6 months, how much food and water will your crew need? Use the "Important information" provided to figure it out! Then prepare a colorful poster displaying your calculations, results, and your rocket ship with your team members peeking out!
3rd - 5th
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.B.5
+3
Da Vinci Parachute Prototypes -- Hands-on STEM
In this lesson, students solve geometry problems and learn background physics concepts as they build a working model of Leonardo Da Vinci’s parachute. Logic, critical thinking, a bit of Renaissance history, writing and supporting conclusions with details from a source—it’s all here too!
Make this extended lesson a cross-curricular, standards-based mini-unit, or just make it a cool building activity. Pick and choose the level of commitment right for you and your students. With the suggested e
4th - 8th
Engineering, Geometry, Physical Science
Equations EE.7
These guided notes teach students how to solve one-step equations using addition in a simple, step-by-step format. Students learn how to identify subtraction in an equation, use the inverse operation of addition, and solve for the variable while keeping equations balanced. The resource includes clear examples, worked-out problems, and answer checks to help build confidence and reinforce algebraic thinking. Perfect for math intervention, independent practice, homework, small groups, or classroom
5th - 8th
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Mental Math
Darts STEM Math & Reading Activity | BASIC OPERATIONS | LOGIC
Darts STEM Math & Reading Activity – Real-World Problem SolvingBring real-world strategy and excitement into your classroom with this Darts-themed STEM activity pack that combines reading comprehension, mathematics, logic, and personal reflection. Using the familiar context of the sport of darts, students practice essential math skills while developing strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. The tasks gradually build in difficulty, making this resource suitable for guided practice, ind
4th - 8th
Basic Operations, Computer Science - Technology, Reading
Place Value: Rounding to the Nearest 100,000
This product is designed to introduce students to rounding. Works well for ALL students. Can be used for one on one, small group, or whole class instruction. Improves a student's focus, self esteem, and motivation for learning!
3rd - 8th
Math
Place Value: Rounding to the Nearest 10,000
This product is designed to introduce students to rounding. Works well for ALL students. Can be used for one on one, small group, or whole class instruction. Improves a student's focus, self esteem, and motivation for learning!
3rd - 8th
Math
CCSS
3.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.A.4
100th Day Thinking Fun!
This packet will help your students enjoy the 100th day while still working on challenging activities. They will work hard with word choice as they write, thinking about number connections after completing a calculator activity, and doing some critical thinking as they solve problems and list words to fit a specific criteria!
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Other (Math)
October | Math | Lesson Bundle | K-12 TEKS-Aligned
October | Math | Lesson Bundle | K-12 TEKS-Aligned Save time and integrate real-world problem-solving into your math classes all October! This October Math Bundle includes 5 complete, TEKS-aligned lessons: Fire Prevention Week, National Fossil Day, United Nations Day, World Food Day, and World Teachers’ Day. What’s Inside the Bundle 5 complete lessons with full TEKS alignmentInformational reading passages + datasetsDifferentiated activities for elementary, middle, and high schoo
K - 12th
Algebra, Numbers, Other (Math)
Division and Related Multiplication / Break Apart Method Card Sort
The problem cards are for practicing finding the related multiplication fact that will help solve a division problem with a three to four digit dividend. There are 72 problem cards to match in this set. They are divided into a series of 6 lessons. They can be used for centers, small groups or individual student work. They will help the child conceptualize using estimation as a strategy. They will also help the child relate multiplication to division. The break apart method is another way f
4th - 6th
Math
STEM or STEAM Structure Challenge
All you need is masking tape, straws, and paperclips for this engaging and fun activity! Students work in groups to create the tallest structure for the cheapest price. All materials are priced out for you, there is a jobs sheet included, there's a money tracking sheet and a task sheet outlined. This is a great way for kids to participate in a hands on learning activity. It's an integrated activity so students will learn math and engineering concepts.
4th - 9th
Basic Operations, Engineering
Patriot Day Math | Data Analysis of 9/11 Statistics | K–12, TEKS-Aligned
Description: This lesson uses Patriot Day (September 11) as a context for practicing data analysis, graphing, and problem solving in a respectful, age-appropriate way. Elementary: Graph small data sets of helpers (firefighters, police, medics) with pictographs or bar graphs.Middle School: Analyze timelines and casualty numbers, calculate percents, and create bar graphs.High School: Work with complex datasets such as rebuilding costs or memorial attendance, modelin
K - 12th
Algebra, Numbers, Other (Math)
Math Creative Thinking Cards
Looking for a way to build creative thinking during math lessons? These task cards ask students to think about numbers in a whole new way. Make available to students who finish work early or use questions at the start of lessons to get students thinking in new and different ways. 90 different task cards allow students to think creatively and have fun with math concepts.
2nd - 6th
Math
What is a Logic Puzzle?
This document fully explains what a logic puzzle is and how to solve it. It includes detailed descriptions on solving Logic Puzzles, while solving an example. It also includes a Logic Puzzle to be solved as independent work after the example. Kids will have to use their critical thinking skills. Great for gifted and talented education!
1st - 3rd
Math
Division Discovery Worksheet
Looking for a fun, engaging way to introduce basic division concepts to advanced first graders? This Division Discovery Worksheet is designed especially for gifted learners who are ready to explore early division through hands-on activities and problem-solving. What’s Included: Part 1: Simple sharing problems (division as equal sharing) Part 2: Picture matching with division sentences Part 3: Basic division equations Part 4: Pattern challenge to stretch higher-order thinking Bonus Questi
1st - 3rd
Graphing, Mental Math, Numbers
Math Project-Create Own Dream Home-Blueprints and Floor Plan (perimeter & area)
Create blueprints and/or floor plans for your own dream home!!
Your little architects will love dreaming big with this project. Using their imaginations and graph paper, they will create their own blueprints.They will be learning area, measurement and perfecting those problem solving and critical thinking skills. The bonus is they won't even know it because they will be having fun.
This project is very "real life" oriented.
For the younger grades this would be better for the GT students. Or
3rd - 9th
Math
CCSS
3.MD.B.4
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.6
+4
Ready-to-Go Rounding Practice Worksheet! (Grades 3-4)
Need a simple, effective way to give your students the rounding practice they need to succeed? This one-page, double-sided worksheet is your perfect solution! Designed for teachers and tutors, it provides structured, focused practice to help your students truly master this key math skill. 🎯 What Problems Does This Worksheet Solve? Tired of Searching: Stop wasting time looking for different rounding exercises! This single sheet covers three major concepts in one place.Need Targeted Practice:
3rd - 4th
Math Test Prep, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS
3.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.A.3
, MP1
3-5 GATE STEM Full Unit - Land Speeders, Sailboats, Signal Flags, and Semaphores
Time: About 11 hours+
Level: 3rd grade (quite challenging), 4th, and 5th grade
Critical thinking plus! This unit will have the students engineering and building “sailboats, “land speeders,” and signal flags from scratch, designing, thinking metaphorically, exploring new areas of math, interpreting historical primary sources and blue prints, solving real world math problems, doing grid work, using graphic design, building background knowledge in physical science, writing a short informative pi
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Math
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.D.8
+10
Also included in: Gifted and Talented COMPLETE 3RD 4TH GRADE PROGRAM Vol. 2 GATE 70+ Hours
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
MATH PEOPLE - UPPER ELEMENTARY GATE 20+ Hours! Gritty STEAM Real World Fun!
Independent, small group, or whole class: you’ll find this unit to be of the same nature as my other strongly reviewed math units for 4th and 5th GATE and 6th (or even 7th) grades.
Download now if you are looking for real world/applied math challenges, grit, hands-on tasks, creative problem-solving, design, economics, and plenty of room for creativity!
This unit spans 20 or more hours of focused work time for an advanced learner (probably 30 hours if you teach this whole class). It’s r
4th - 7th
Decimals, Geometry, Math
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 5.MD.A.1
, 5.NBT.B.7
+10
MATH ~ Fraction & Decimal Conversion Table Pack
***EDITABLE & REUSABLE PDF!!!***MATH ~ FRACTIONS & DECIMALS CONVERSION TABLE (8 Pages)Great resource for teaching students at different levels and understanding of decimals and fractions.Looking for a math activity that your students will actually get excited about? This conversion challenge has been a favorite in my classroom for years! Students work through a table to make connections between division, fractions, decimals, visuals and more. Students love the challenge of completing every c
4th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Mental Math
World Teachers’ Day | Math | K-12 TEKS-Aligned Lesson
World Teachers’ Day | Math | K-12 TEKS-Aligned Lesson Measure the impact of education through numbers! This lesson celebrates World Teachers’ Day with math problems on classrooms, supplies, and student-teacher ratios. What’s Inside the Lesson Complete TEKS-aligned lesson planInformational passage: Math in EducationDifferentiated activities for elementary, middle, and high schoolTeacher Dataset + problem-solving chartGraphic organizers + teacher planning chartsRubric
K - 12th
Algebra, Numbers, Other (Math)
Also included in: October | Math | Lesson Bundle | K-12 TEKS-Aligned
Real World FRACTION Project Based Learning
In this project, you’ll turn your real school schedule into a fraction challenge!First, you’ll create an hour-by-hour schedule of a typical school week. ⏰ Next, you’ll group your time into categories (like class time, homework, sleep, activities, and free time) and simplify each category into fractions of your week. Finally, you’ll put your math skills to work by comparing, adding, subtracting, and multiplying your fractions to analyze how your time is really spent. By the end, you’ll see yo
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math)
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