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Divisibility Rules PowerPoint Slides Numbers 2-10 Divisibility Teaching Slides
Divisibility Rules PowerPoint Slides For Numbers 2-10: Mini Lesson. Teaching PowerPoint Slides.These PowerPoint slides focus on introducing students to the divisibility rules for the numbers 2-10. It is broken into 6 sets of mini slides for easy use; Set 1: Divisibility rules for 2, 5, & 10.Set 2: Divisibility rules for 3&4.Set 3: Divisibility rules for 6.Set 4: Divisibility rules for 7.Set 5: Divisibility rules for 8.Set 6: Divisibility rules for 9. They can be used as a mini-review or lesson
4th - 7th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
GT Task Cards | Master of Rules - Mastermind (4th/5th) | Constraint Thinking
MASTER OF THE RULES: MASTERMINDAdvanced Constraint Logic Task Cards for Grades 4–5 This is where logic meets strategy.Master of the Rules: Mastermind Level is designed to challenge upper elementary students with multi-layered mathematical and logical constraints. Students must build decimals, fractions, equations, coordinate shapes, data sets, geometric models, and more — all while satisfying multiple conditions simultaneously. This level demands precision, reasoning, and perseverance. What Make
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Geometry, Other (ELA)
GT Task Cards | Master of Rules - Stretch (2nd/3rd) | Constraint Thinking
MASTER OF RULES: STRETCH Constraint Logic Task Cards for Grades 2–3 Ready to stretch their thinking?Master of the Rules: Stretch Level challenges students to manage more complex constraints, multi-step reasoning, and deeper number relationships. Students must build fractions, multi-digit numbers, multiplication equations, geometric shapes, and creative designs — all while satisfying layered rules. This level pushes students to think strategically and revise when needed. What Makes This Differen
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Geometry, Other (ELA)
Gifted Math Problem Solving Grades 1-2
Looking to challenge your high-achieving mathematicians with meaningful, rigorous problem solving tasks? This Gifted Math Problem Solving Product is designed to stretch advanced learners beyond standard grade-level expectations. Students engage in complex, open-ended tasks that require critical thinking, logical reasoning, multiple solution strategies, and deep mathematical discussion. Each problem encourages learners to justify their thinking, evaluate different approaches, and apply concepts i
K - 3rd
Other (Math)
Fraction Problem Solving Task Cards: Level 14 Accurate / Inaccurate Statements
Level 14: Concepts, Skills, Application * Analyze data from lists * Converting fractions to decimals • Comparing and ordering decimals • Identify accurate / inaccurate statements Math Vocabulary: half, third, quarter, accurate, inaccurate Each levels contents include 18 two-sided problem solving Task cards per level with problems on one side / answers on the other . Provide the independent practice and immediate feedback needed for students to develop mastery . We recommend printing cards
4th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions
CCSS
4.NF.A.1
, 5.NF.A.1
Rational Number Problem Solving Task Cards: Level 23 Graph Positive & Negative
Level 23: Concepts, Skills, Problem Solving Applications
• Compare, Order, and Graph Positive and Negative Rational Numbers
* Convert fractions, mixed number, and percents to decimals
Contents include Teacher's guide and 18 two-sided problem solving Task cards with problems on one side / answers on the other) Provide the independent practice and immediate feedback needed for students to develop mastery. \ Recommend printing cards at each level on different colored card stock and laminating. Car
5th - 9th
Graphing
Depth & Complexity Decimal Word Problem Frame
Get your students to think like mathematicians! In this decimal word problem, students will need to compare and order four different decimals and determine which runner won the race. Students will also be asked to find the important details needed to solve, rules to working with decimals, and language a mathematician or statistician would use to discuss the problem. Finally, students will be asked to solve the problem different ways and explain their thinking.
Included in this lesson are:
+ 1 D
3rd - 5th
Decimals, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NF.C.7
Fraction Problem Solving Task Cards: Level 12 Generate Fractions Word Problems
Level 12: Concepts and Skills * Use data to Generate Fractions * Simplify Fractions * Solve Multi-Step Real World Problems Each levels contents include 18 two-sided problem solving Task cards per level with problems on one side / answers on the other . Provide the independent practice and immediate feedback needed for students to develop mastery . We recommend printing cards at each level on different colored card stock and laminating . Cards can be printed without answers as needed .While
4th - 6th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.3
, 3.NF.A.3b
Problem Solving - Eight in a Boat
Vikings were a sea faring, warlike people. They would travel long distances in their boats to raid villages and cities. In the case of this puzzle, four Vikings are seasick at the front of the boat and need to swap with the four smelly Vikings at the back.
Aim:
- To practise the problem solving skill of constant manipulation.
What you need:
4 counters of one colour (I like to use chess pawns)
4 counters of a different colour
1 game board
1 player
Preparation:
1. Place four counters
3rd - 8th
Math, Mental Math
Shape Challenge - Venn Diagram Rules
Challenge your students with this fun shape sort! Students will look at a Venn Diagram with shapes sorted and determine what attributes the shapes were sorted by. Then they'll have a chance to make their own sort.
Product includes: directions, 1 example, 3 pre-made problems, 1 make your own problem
Let me know what you think! I'd love to hear your feedback!
2nd - 5th
Geometry
Big Brains Little Blocks 2- Gifted Geometry Activity Problem Solving Puzzle Game
GAME SET #2 - 10 NEW LEVELS!!! Want a fun activity game for gifted and talented education? The idea is simple! Use a variety of colorful blocks to fill in the puzzle grids. Don't overlap them or leave any empty white squares. This game has optional rules to make it a challenge for all of your kids! Some levels are quick and easy, but do a time challenge or a unique solution challenge! For longer use, print in color and laminate before cutting out! Comes with 10 NEW challenges and all the pieces
1st - 5th
Geometry
Fraction Problem Solving Task Cards: Level 15 Analyze Complex Data Statements
Level 15: Concepts and Skills • Multi Step Problem Solving * Analyze Data from Tables (convert data to fractions / decimals) • Comparing / Ordering Fractions and Decimals • Identify Accurate and Inaccurate statements • Recognize Fractional Terms: quarter, third, half, eighth • Use fractional terms to write fractions Contents include 18 two-sided problem solving Task cards per level with problems on one side / answers on the other . Provide the independent practice and immediate feedback
5th - 7th
Decimals, Fractions
CCSS
4.NF.A.2
Big Brains Little Blocks 3- Gifted Geometry Activity Problem Solving Puzzle Game
GAME SET #3 - 10 NEW LEVELS!!! PLUS GET 3 NEW BLOCK TYPES!!! Want a fun activity game for gifted and talented education? The idea is simple! Use a variety of colorful blocks to fill in the puzzle grids. Don't overlap them or leave any empty white squares. This game has optional rules to make it a challenge for all of your kids! Some levels are quick and easy, but do a time challenge or a unique solution challenge! For longer use, print in color and laminate before cutting out! Comes with 10 NEW
1st - 5th
Geometry
Big Brains Little Blocks - Gifted Geometry Activity Problem Solving Puzzle Game
Want a fun activity game for gifted and talented education? The idea is simple! Use a variety of colorful blocks to fill in the puzzle grids. Don't overlap them or leave any empty white squares. This game has optional rules to make it a challenge for all of your kids! Some levels are quick and easy, but do a time challenge or a unique solution challenge! For longer use, print in color and laminate before cutting out! Comes with 10 challenges and all the pieces you need for them. MORE LEVELS COMI
1st - 5th
Geometry
Big Brains Little Blocks 5- Gifted Geometry Activity Problem Solving Puzzle Game
GAME SET #5 - 10 NEW LEVELS!!! Want a fun activity game for gifted and talented education? The idea is simple! Use a variety of colorful blocks to fill in the puzzle grids. Don't overlap them or leave any empty white squares. This game has optional rules to make it a challenge for all of your kids! Some levels are quick and easy, but do a time challenge or a unique solution challenge! For longer use, print in color and laminate before cutting out! Comes with 10 NEW challenges and all the pieces
1st - 5th
Geometry
Big Brains Little Blocks 4- Gifted Geometry Activity Problem Solving Puzzle Game
GAME SET #4 - 10 NEW LEVELS!!! Want a fun activity game for gifted and talented education? The idea is simple! Use a variety of colorful blocks to fill in the puzzle grids. Don't overlap them or leave any empty white squares. This game has optional rules to make it a challenge for all of your kids! Some levels are quick and easy, but do a time challenge or a unique solution challenge! For longer use, print in color and laminate before cutting out! Comes with 10 NEW challenges and all the pieces
1st - 5th
Geometry
Negative Numbers Word Problems
Negative Numbers Word Problems — 24 Winter Task Cards | GATEMake practising negative numbers fun with this set of 24 winter-themed task cards! Covering a wide range of skills, these cards challenge students to apply their knowledge of integers in real-world contexts — from submarine depths and temperature changes to bank balances and algebraic expressions. Perfect for maths centres, early finishers, partner work, or whole-class review. What's included:24 task cards (colour and black & white vers
5th - 6th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Also included in: Negative Numbers Task Cards | Word Problems
Divisibility by 4 & 8 | Versatiles Activity | 6th Grade | Print + Digital
Divisibility Rules by 4 & 8 VersaTiles® Activity—perfect for math centers, small groups, or independent number sense practice. This self-checking divisibility activity helps students master rules for sum of the digits divisibility by 4 & 8 while using the VersaTiles® system to get instant feedback. Students solve 12 scaffolded problems to decide whether numbers are divisible using specific rules, strengthening their number sense and fluency. Works great for review, intervention, test prep, ear
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.6
, 6.NS.B.2
+1
Divisibility by 2, 3 & 6 | Versatiles Activity | 6th Grade | Print + Digital
Divisibility Rules by 2, 3 & 6 VersaTiles® Activity—perfect for math centers, small groups, or independent number sense practice. This self-checking divisibility activity helps students master rules for sum of the digits divisibility by 3 & 9 while using the VersaTiles® system to get instant feedback. Students solve 12 scaffolded problems to decide whether numbers are divisible using specific rules, strengthening their number sense and fluency. Works great for review, intervention, test prep,
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.6
, 6.NS.B.2
+1
Divisibility by 3 & 9 | Versatiles Activity | 6th Grade | Print + Digital
Divisibility Rules by 3 & 9 VersaTiles® Activity—perfect for math centers, small groups, or independent number sense practice. This self-checking divisibility activity helps students master rules for sum of the digits divisibility by 3 & 9 while using the VersaTiles® system to get instant feedback. Students solve 12 scaffolded problems to decide whether numbers are divisible using specific rules, strengthening their number sense and fluency. Works great for review, intervention, test prep, ear
4th - 8th
Arithmetic, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.6
, 6.NS.B.2
+1
Common Core Factors and Multiples Problems
This problem solving worksheet provides 15 questions about factors and multiples of numbers. Students will have to read different short scenarios and answer using evidence and details. Kids will have to know about the divisibility rules for 2,3,5 and 10. They will also have to differentiate between prime and composite numbers as well as the difference between factors and multiples. Multi-step problems are also included and kids will have to give examples to support their answers.
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4th - 6th
Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Using Remainders in Long Division
Once your students learn how to solve long division problems, they also need to learn what to do with the remainder! This resource gives students a hands-on learning experience to apply the rules of remainders to specific situations. Included in this resource: -Student notebook notes/recording pages (2 varieties, each in 2 sizes) -Steps to complete the tasks -Picnic signs to increase buy-in and engagement -8 word problems/tasks -Student recording sheet -Answer key
4th - 6th
Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
NYT - Inspired Pips Domino Puzzle Games *Includes 3 Levels Each* BUNDLE
Bring critical thinking, logic, and math problem-solving into your classroom with these Domino Logic Puzzles 🎲, inspired by the style of the NYT “Pips” game! This hands-on activity helps students build number sense, comparison skills, and pattern recognition using domino tiles. Each puzzle challenges students to place dominoes on a grid where every region follows a simple rule—such as “equal (=),” “not equal (≠),” “number = 4,” “greater than 6,” or “less than 10.” Perfect for gifted a
3rd - 8th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
5th Grade Decimal Performance Task | Budgeting Word Problem | Open-Ended Math Ta
Help your students build strong decimal problem-solving skills with this engaging real-world budgeting performance task! Students will apply decimal operations to create two different combinations of school supplies while staying within a $35.00 budget, then justify which combination results in the greatest total number of items. This task is open-ended, encourages multiple solution paths, and includes rubrics and sample answers—making it perfect for assessment, math centers, enrichment, or
5th - 6th
Decimals, Math Test Prep, Money Math
CCSS
5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.7
, MP1
+3
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