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Double Bubble Car Wash: Beginning of the Year Problem Solving Math Activity (PP)
This Double Bubble Car Wash PowerPoint lesson is a great introduction to Problem Solving through Depth and Complexity. This beginning-of-the-year problem-solving activity is designed to engage your students with mathematical reasoning and critical thinking. Part 1: Open-ended problem with no correct answer as long as students are able to prove their solution with mathematical evidence. Part II: Four unique extensions of the original problem using depth and complexity icons. Can be used wi
6th - 12th
Applied Math, Basic Operations
Number Talks 4th Grade Paperless Morning Work Grade 4 Math Warm Ups Enrichment
These 4th grade math number talks will help gifted and talented students warm up with math enrichment problems each day! Paperless morning work grade 4 is a great way to start your day. This bundle of 4th grade math enrichment warm-ups makes a great “Question of the Day” routine in your math classroom. They are a perfect enrichment activity for early finishers or a springboard to your daily math lessons - especially with gifted and talented students. With 101 unique prompts, you are sure to find
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+50
FREE Gifted & Talented Challenge Puzzles Math ELA Early Finishers Activities
Great first day of school activities! 12 daily challenge puzzles that are perfect extension activities for gifted and talented students. Gifted and talented students thrive on daily challenge, and are often deep thinkers. With Google Slides, powerpoint and task cards in both colour and ink saving black and white they are sure to save teacher lots of time preparing enrichment activities for their gifted and talented students. Great for early finishers activities! If you and your students enjoyed
2nd - 6th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Writing
Year 3 Maths Task Cards | Multi-Step Word Problems | Addition & Subtraction |
Build Strong Problem Solvers in Your Classroom!This Year 3 Maths Task Card Pack is designed to help students confidently solve multi-step word problems using addition and subtraction. With 36 engaging task cards, 3 levels of differentiation, and 5 explicit teaching anchor charts, this resource supports all learners—from those needing support to those ready for extension. Perfect for maths rotations, small group instruction, fast finishers, and intervention groups! What’s Included:36 Task C
2nd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
Which One Doesn’t Belong? MATH Divergent Math Talk Prompts | Grades 4–6
Looking to spark meaningful math discussions and challenge your students' reasoning skills? This set of 50 visual math prompts is designed to stretch thinking, encourage debate, and support justification—all while reinforcing key math concepts in a fresh and engaging way. Each card features four mathematical items with no single correct answer, pushing students to think deeply, justify their reasoning, and explore multiple solution paths. Perfect for warm-ups, early finishers, math centers,
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
, 5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.A.2
+24
Math Brain Teasers | 13 Algebraic Thinking Puzzles Grades 3–6
This complete, ready-to-project PowerPoint resource contains 13 original math brain teasers for students in Grades 3–6 (ages 8–12). Every problem is presented on its own beautifully designed question slide, followed immediately by a full answer slide that reveals the complete step-by-step working AND the hidden mathematical principle behind the problem. Zero prep. Download, open, project. ⭐ WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER BRAIN TEASER RESOURCES? Most brain teaser packs are collections
2nd - 6th
Algebra, Applied Math, Basic Operations
Multiplication Error Analysis Math Task Cards| Think. Rank. Justify! Grade 4-5
Transform your multiplication lessons with this Multiplication Error Analysis: Think • Rank • Justify resource — designed to build critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and student discourse in grades 4–5. These multiplication task cards challenge students to analyze strategies, rank solutions from most to least reasonable, and justify their thinking. Perfect for deepening understanding of multi-digit multiplication using strategies like compensation, doubling & halving, and partial pr
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.5
, MP1
+5
2nd Grade Daily Word Problems – Addition & Subtraction (CGI Math, Math Talk)
Make word problems easy and fun for your 1st graders! These slides guide students step-by-step using the CUBS strategy: C – Circle the numbers U – Underline the question B – Box clue words S – Solve and check Perfect for morning work, math centers, small groups, or whole-class lessons, these slides give students daily practice while building confidence and problem-solving skills. Bright visuals, colorful text, and simple layouts keep learners engaged and make math hands-on and access
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Order of Operations
CCSS
1.NBT.A.1
, 1.NBT.B.2
, 1.NBT.B.2a
+14
100-Page Math Workbook for Kindergarten & 1st Grade | Tracing, Addition, Shapes
Looking for a dependable, no-prep math resource to build foundational skills and boost fact fluency? This comprehensive Daily Math Practice Workbook is exactly what you need to keep your students challenged, focused, and deeply engaged in their mathematical growth! Packed with over 50 pages of structured activities, this resource spans a wide variety of essential math concepts. The clean, distraction-free layout ensures that students can focus entirely on solving problems, making it a perfect f
PreK - 1st
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Geometry
Bug Odd One Out EYFS Activity – Maths Reasoning Peg & Circle Worksheets
🐞 Bug “Odd One Out” Peg & Circle Activity This fun and engaging bug-themed observation activity encourages children to carefully look, compare and identify differences. Each card shows four bugs, where three are the same and one is slightly different. Children must look closely to spot the difference and either circle the correct bug or use a peg to show their answer. Some cards are more challenging than others, allowing children to build confidence before moving on to trickier compariso
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations, Speaking & Listening
Christmas Ugly Sweater Math Logic Puzzle Task Cards Addition Within 20 1st 2nd
Transform your classroom into a winter wonderland of learning with this Christmas-themed math logic puzzle printable task card or digital PowerPoint activity. This math enrichment activity is designed to reinforce addition skills, specifically targeting sums up to 20. Students will have a blast solving problems while enjoying the festive spirit of Christmas with Ugly Sweater themed cards. Ugly Sweater Addition Sums to 20 Logic Puzzles Includes:Print16 numbered task cards in PDF format: color
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.2
, 1.OA.B.3
, 1.OA.D.8
+2
Also included in: Logic Puzzle Holiday Math Task Cards Addition Within 20
Math Party Templates | Editable Math Activity Slides | Digital Math Centers & Ga
Create your own engaging math activities with these Math Party Editable Templates! This versatile resource allows teachers to design custom math problems using a fun, party-themed format that students love. These templates pair perfectly with interactive math lessons, digital centers, or review games and can be reused all year long with different skills. What’s Included✔️ Editable math activity templates ✔️ CRA (Concrete–Representational–Abstract) mat ✔️ Expression & problem-solving slides ✔
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Other (Math)
Story Makers - Editable and Interactive Math Word Problem Game
Story Makers - The Word Problem Game is an incredible, editable resource that uniquely combines math and creative writing into one fun game! With three difficulty levels to differentiate the game for different learners, a provided template for students to follow along with, instructional slides to review mathematical operations, and editable slides for you to customize the game to your classroom, this game is wonderful for getting your students excited about math and writing! This game challenge
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Color by Difference- Problem Solving Tasks- 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grade Equations-Add
Make math fun and engaging with these Count by Number and Real Life Problems worksheets which focus on addition and subtraction! Perfect for early elementary students, these printable pages combine math practice with reading and writing activities. Use it to reinforce basic math facts while developing fine motor skills and attention to detail. Ideal for the first weeks of school, early finishers, math centers, or homework, these worksheets are a stress-free way to review essential skills in a fu
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations, Coloring Pages, Handwriting
Rounding Addition and Subtraction Word Problems 2nd Grade Fun Math Puzzles 1st
Looking for a fun way to interest your math students? Engage kids with these math word problems involving rounding, choosing the correct operation to solve a problem, subtraction, and logical thinking. You will find a variety of math activities. **Please follow me for notifications of sales and promotions. New products will be offered at 50% OFF for 24 hours. It pays to follow Catch My Products Click Here To Follow Me**If you like this product, you may be interested in these other MATH lessons
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.NBT.B.7
, 2.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.D.8
+1
Pause and Solve
Help your students solve math problems one step at a time. Do your students shut down when looking at a problem to solve? I made this resource and taught my students how to use the Pause & Solve step by step process. Checklists and sticky notes are a novelty for students. Try this resource out and see for yourself their improvement. I print this resource in color on white cardstock and laminate. I work through a few problems using this resource either whole group or small group depending on my
2nd - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Calendar Fun Kindergarten Powerpoint Full Year 2025-2026
Start your morning math routine with this powerpoint. The powerpoint presentation includes a calendar for each of the school months September through May. Uncover each day to reveal a pattern emerging. Sharon's Shelf
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, For All Subjects, Money Math, Numbers
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
FIRST GRADE: Halloween Word Problems Knockout Game
Bring Halloween excitement into your math block with this engaging First Grade Halloween Word Problems Knockout Game! Students will solve spooky-themed addition and subtraction word problems while participating in an exciting game-show-style competition. This interactive resource helps build problem-solving skills, mathematical reasoning, and confidence in a fun and motivating way. Students will read and solve Halloween-themed story problems featuring pumpkins, candy, costumes, ghosts, bats, and
1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.B.2
BUNDLE:3rd Grade Halloween Multiplication/Division Word Problems Knockout Game
This Halloween multiplication and division word problem knockout games will help your students improve their problem solving skills while having fun solving these Halloween word problems! This knockout game comes with multiplication and division word problem slides, answer slides, and knockout slides. Finally,included is a link to make a copy, add, or delete slides. Geared for third gradebut can be used as a review in fourth and fifth grades as well as early intervention, special education, and
3rd
Basic Operations
CCSS
3.OA.A.3
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Math Mystery Game|Addition & Subtraction
Bring adventure and excitement to your math lessons with this Carmen Sandiego–themed addition and subtraction activity! Students will solve math problems to collect letters and reveal the name of the city where Carmen Sandiego is hiding.This engaging, interactive activity combines math practice with critical thinking and a touch of mystery—perfect for centers, small groups, or whole-class review. ✨ What’s Included:Printable PDF version for easy classroom useEditable PowerPoint version for d
2nd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
The Ultimate Preschool & Kindergarten Skills Bundle.
Help young learners grow with this fun and easy-to-use activity bundle! This bundle includes four printable workbooks that build important skills in shapes, matching, math, and thinking. It’s perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and early grades. Use it in the classroom, at home, or for quiet learning time. Kids will enjoy the variety while building confidence, focus, and problem-solving skills. ☞ What’s Inside: ✗ My First Shapes Fun Workbook: Explore basic shapes through tracing, colo
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations, Geometry, Vocabulary
Fun with Addition Word Problem - Power Point
Product Description Make teaching addition word problems simple, engaging, and effective with this interactive PowerPoint presentation designed for Grade 1 and Grade 2 students! This resource helps young learners understand how to solve addition word problems step-by-step using clear visuals, simple language, and real-life examples. Perfect for introducing, practicing, or reviewing addition concepts in a fun and meaningful way. What’s Included: Interactive PowerPoint presentation focused
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Order of Operations
Also included in: Fun with Addition Word Problem - Power Point and Worksheet
Addition and Subtraction within 20 Intervention Math Mat
I am a math intervention teacher and one of the MAIN things I work on with students is addition and subtraction within 20. I needed all of the tools in one spot! On this math math students can write their problem and use any tool to help them solve. Tens frames, number line, number path, number bond, or their own picture. Put in a clear sleeve and use again and again with small groups!
PreK - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.B.2
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