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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
Problem Based Learning Compose 2D Shapes
Problem Based Learning requires real-world, standards based inquiry that fosters collaborative learning teams and integration.
Here is a PBL task for composing 2D shapes to create composite shapes.
Students use 6 trapezoids to compose enough seating for a Birthday Party that has 18 guests. A floor plan is provided in which learning teams must find various ways to compose the 6 trapezoid tables to allow enough room for food, gifts, cake, and a dance or game area.
1st - 3rd
Geometry, Math
CCSS
1.G.A.2
North Carolina Road Trip - Problem-Based Unit (PBL) - Distance Learning
This amazing project-based learning experience will take your student on a journey across North Carolina learning about the significant historical events and geographical terrain. It involves reading, writing, and lots of math (with optional challenge activities). It allows the student to choose routes, locations, lodging, activities, and restaurants. It culminates with a presentation on their trip for their classmates, parents, etc. This PBL can be easily accommodated for learning differenc
4th
Decimals, Informational Text
Candy Factory Algebra Project | Gr 6-8 Math Equations, Integers & Choice Board
Bring algebra to life with this Candy Factory Algebra Project, a creative, story-driven math activity designed for Grade 7 (and adaptable for Grades 6–8). In this project, students become Candy Factory Engineers, using algebraic equations and integers to control ingredient amounts, machine outputs, temperature changes, and packaging rules. Along the way, they design their own candies, explain their mathematical thinking, and have the opportunity to extend their learning through creative, design-
5th - 9th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
CCSS
5.OA.A.2
, 5.OA.B.3
, 6.EE.A.2
+6
Construction Site Math Perimeter & Area PBL 3rd Grade
Description Make practicing area and perimeter fun and engaging with this hands-on Construction Site Math activity! Students become Junior Construction Engineers as they rotate through problem-solving stations to design building lots, calculate measurements, and solve real-world construction challenges. This resource includes 4 construction job tasks that give students meaningful practice with finding perimeter, determining missing side lengths, and calculating area. With low prep and clear
3rd
Basic Operations, Geometry
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)
Kakurasu Puzzles Logic Grid Math Brain Teasers Printable 150 Logic Puzzle
Looking for a fun and challenging way to build logic, problem-solving, number sense, and critical thinking skills? This Kakurasu Puzzles Printable Workbook is a perfect no-prep resource for students who love math puzzles, logic games, brain teasers, and independent thinking activities. This printable resource includes 150 Kakurasu puzzles in a clean 4x4 grid format, making it ideal for beginners, early finishers, math centers, homeschool enrichment, morning work, sub plans, and gifted student ac
3rd - 6th
For All Subjects, Numbers, Other (Math)
Restaurant Multiplication: Real World Restaurant Manager Project Based Learning
Looking for a meaningful, fun, and standards-aligned multiplication project for your 4th graders? This Restaurant Multiplication Project turns your classroom into a bustling business as students take on the role of restaurant owners and managers! From building a menu to calculating bulk ingredient costs and managing inventory, students will apply their multiplication skills in a real-world context they'll love. ✅ What’s Included: Teacher Guide for Set-Up and PacingProject Presentation that Hooks
4th
Basic Operations, Financial Literacy, Order of Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
Word Problem Breakout Challenge
🧠🎯 Fear Factor: Mr. Beast-Style Word Problem Breakout Challenge Get your class hyped for math review with this Mr. Beast-inspired breakout challenge featuring timed math rounds, movement-based twists, classroom currency (Beast Bucks), and mystery prize box buy-outs! Students work in teams (Green vs. Blue) to solve equations, explain their math thinking, and earn rewards through collaboration—not creepy food challenges! This resource is perfect for: ✨ Rock Your School transformations 💰 Ga
2nd
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Finding Area Word Problem Activities Real Math Practice PowerPoint 3rd 4th Grade
Teach solving math word problems for finding area with this standards based PowerPoint lesson including real world math problems for 3rd and 4th grade! Resource follows directed teaching and checks for understanding with additional problems and an exit ticket with answers included. Click HERE to save 30% of the price of individual resources with the bundle.Use this colorful PowerPoint in whole or small group activities, with partner or independent work, in math centers, as an emergency sub plan
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.D.8
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
Hybrid Kindergarten and 1st Grade Digital Word Problems Math Activity 1.OA.1
This hybrid learning must-have provides instant feedback just like Boom Cards!!! This math activity allows learners to practice Word Problems and Problem Solving! This activity works in Google Slides and PowerPoint and may be shared in Google Classroom and Canvas. See it in Action!Follow my Instagram account, @missdgunn, to see this product in action. Click the picture of the resource and swipe it works along with the other resources in my store! You may also follow my Instagram account to re
K - 2nd
Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.OA.A.2
, 1.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.A.1
+4
Back to School Calcudoku Puzzles 6 Logic Puzzles for Math Activities
📚 Make back to school learning exciting with these engaging CALCUDOKU PUZZLES! This printable workbook is packed with challenging logic-based math puzzles designed to help students strengthen critical thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, and number sense skills while having fun. Perfect for: Math Centers Morning Work Early Finishers Independent Practice Back to School Activities Brain Training Fast Finishers Enrichment Activities Students will build: ✔ Logic & Reasoning ✔ Critical Th
3rd - 6th
Mental Math, Numbers
Also included in: Calcudoku Puzzles Bundle Grades 3-6 Back to School Games
WHAT IF? Multiplication Choice Board for Divergent Thinking | 3rd grade Math
Engage your 3rd graders with 10 “What If…?” Multiplication Choice Boards packed with real-world math, pattern challenges, money problems, sports stats, and creative scenarios! Perfect for enrichment, early finishers, math centers, and gifted learners, each open-ended prompt builds fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Students tackle high-interest prompts in categories like: Pattern Play – Discover, extend, and justify number patterns. Reasoning Challenge – Solve logic-based multi
3rd
Mental Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.B.5
+7
200 No-Prep | Math | Geometry Sketch Prompts | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Geometry Sketch Prompts | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Bring geometry to life with 200 sketch-based prompts that ask students to draw, label, and explain shapes, lines, and angles. ✨ How It Can Be Used:✏️ Interactive notebooks📐 Geometry practice centers🖍️ Visual learning activities📊 Exit tickets or checks for understanding🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🎨 Combines art + math for engagement📏 Helps visual learners thrive⚡ Re
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators Power Point
Do your students need instruction on adding fractions with unlike denominators? Teach your students this skill with this standards based Powerpoint by Catch My Products. Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual products with the bundle.Inside this flipchart you'll find:ObjectivesExamples for Teacher to ModelLikert ScalesPractice ProblemsExit TicketThis lesson is also available in ActivInspire Software for use with the Promethean Board at: Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators for
4th - 5th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.B.3b
, 5.NF.A.1
Fractions Operations and Number Line Explorations PowerPoint Activities
Beginning fractions can be a tough skill for kids to grasp and teachers to teach. If your students are having trouble understanding the meaning of fractions, here is a PowerPoint that uses activities to explain fractions to your kids. Challenge your students with a variety of activities involving fractions with standards based lessons that the kids will love. Plus, PowerPoints are great for screen sharing! Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual products with the bundle.Inside this en
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.2
, 3.NF.A.3
, 3.NF.A.3d
+4
SIX BRICKS - PATTERNING (Cosmic Creatures)
Make Math Hands-On and Engaging with Six Bricks! Looking for a fun, interactive, and skill-building way to teach patterning, sequencing, and problem-solving? This Six Bricks Patterning Cosmic Creatures resource is designed to enhance mathematical thinking while developing essential 21st-century skills, core competencies, and executive functioning! Math Focus – Strengthen patterning, spatial reasoning, and logical thinking through hands-on play. Six Bricks Approach – Engage students
K - 4th
Math
Operation Domination
Students act as a math game designer to create a game that helps others master PEMDAS and solve order of operations problems correctly.
4th - 7th
Basic Operations, Order of Operations
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
Place Value Board
Use this board to help students organize their base ten blocks when learning place value or when doing math problems. Use with Montessori stamp games as well.
K - 2nd
Math
Intro to Cryptography: Secret Codes, Ciphers & Cryptogram Activity | GT Activity
Unlock the World of Secret Codes!Bring high‑engagement problem‑solving into your classroom with this complete Intro to Cryptography lesson pack. Students explore ciphers, codes, cryptograms, glyphs, and the fascinating science behind secret communication. Perfect for Gifted & Talented, STEM enrichment, logic units, and upper‑elementary extension. This resource breaks down complex ideas into clear, student‑friendly explanations and hands‑on activities. Students learn how to encrypt and decr
3rd - 6th
Other (Math), Other (Science), Visual Arts
SIX BRICKS - Exploring Ratio (An introduction to ratio)
Make Ratios Engaging with Six Bricks!Looking for an interactive, play-based approach to teaching ratios? This Six Bricks Exploring Ratio activity brings math to life through hands-on learning, problem-solving, and structured challenges. Perfect for developing mathematical thinking, 21st-century skills, and executive functioning! What Makes This Resource Special?✔ Math-Focused – Strengthen ratio concepts, proportional reasoning, and pattern recognition through hands-on manipulation of Six
3rd - 8th
Math
Also included in: SIX BRICKS - Ratio Bundle
Division Ring Toss Game
Make division practice engaging and interactive with this hands-on game designed to reinforce key math skills in a fun, low-prep format. Students apply their understanding of division concepts while actively participating in a game-based learning experience that encourages problem-solving and mathematical discussion. This resource is versatile and can be used in a variety of settings, including small group instruction, math centers, whole-class review, or as part of a family engagement event. It
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Mental Math
PBL | Mathitects: A Building Design Challenge for Geometry Review
In this 2D design challenge, students design and connect their own buildings to create a shared classroom city. They’ll use math skills like area and perimeter while thinking creatively about how communities come together and bring a neighborhood to life. Each student’s creation contributes to a shared “city,” promoting collaboration, creativity, and applied problem-solving. What’s Included: Digital Student Version Stencils to support cut and pasting of buildingsExtension Promotes to further
5th - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.4
, 7.G.A.2
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