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Geometry & Measurement Bundle | Grades 4–5 | Inquiry-Based Math Projects
Make geometry and measurement exciting for your IB PYP & inquiry based math classroom! Engage Grades 4–5 with inquiry-based geometry & measurement activities that build problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. This 7-resource bundle saves you over 30% and includes 100+ printable pages of interactive games, task cards, and hands-on projects. Perfect for IB PYP classrooms. Designed with Grades 4 & 5 in mind (fully aligned to CCSS Math Grade 5) and easily adaptable for Grades 4
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Geometry, Math
CCSS
5.G.A.1
, 5.G.A.2
, 5.G.B.3
+1
Party Planning Project: Project-Based Learning | Grades 4–6 | Math and Writing
Bring real-world learning into your classroom with this engaging Party Planning Project, designed to integrate math, writing, research, financial literacy, and creativity into one meaningful project. Perfect for upper elementary and middle grades, this resource guides students through planning a complete themed event while working within a realistic budget and presenting their proposal professionally. Students research ideas, calculate costs, write an organized proposal, and create a data-drive
4th - 7th
Decimals, Financial Literacy, Writing
CCSS
5.MD.B.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.7
+19
Math Project-Based Learning Bundle (Grades 6–8) | Real-World Math Projects
Looking for engaging, real-world math projects that actually work in middle school classrooms? This Math Project-Based Learning Bundle includes a collection of hands-on math projects designed for Grades 6-8. Each project connects math concepts to meaningful, real-life contexts, helping students build conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in math while having fun! This bundle includes hands-on, real-world math projects designed to build student engagement while reinfor
5th - 9th
Algebra, Financial Literacy, Other (Math)
Fractions, Decimals & Percents Consumer Math Project | Design Your Dream Room
Transform your math block with this real-world consumer math project where students design their own room while applying fractions, decimals, percents, budgeting, discounts, and sales tax. Perfect for Grades 6–8, this hands-on activity blends financial literacy, applied design, and creative problem-solving. Students use a curated shopping catalogue to build a dream room, calculate the cost of items, apply percent-off discounts, convert between fractions/decimals/percents, add tax, and stay withi
6th - 9th
Decimals, Financial Literacy, Fractions
CCSS
6.RP.A.3
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.1
+10
Maths Extension Activities- Problem Solving & Open-Ended Challenges Volume 2
Looking to challenge your high-ability students or fast finishers in maths?This Upper Primary Maths Extension pack is filled with engaging, real-world, open-ended investigations designed to stretch students and promote deeper mathematical thinking. Perfect for extension groups, early finishers, or differentiation, these tasks encourage students to reason, problem-solve, and justify their thinking. What’s Included:✔ 10 rich, open-ended problem-solving challenges✔ Designed for Years 5–6 extension
4th - 8th
Algebra, Measurement, Numbers
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
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)
IB Math:AI HL:Topic 3(Geometry&Trigonometry: AHL3.14-3.16):Graph Theory
This resource covers key concepts from Graph Theory, including Chinese Postman Problem and Traveling Salesman Problem, aligned with IB Math: Applications and Interpretation HL (AHL3.14–3.16). It includes: Example questions from the Oxford and Haese textbooks Scaffolded investigations to promote student inquiry A dedicated TOK activity linking mathematics to real-world thinking Reflection and inquiry prompts after each section to deepen understanding Perfect for in-class instruction, designed t
11th - 12th
Geometry
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
MATHS/REASONING - Heptathlon Heroes; using maths to calculate athletic supremacy
MATHS/REASONING - Heptathlon is a notoriously difficult Olympic event to score. Designed as a test of pure athleticism, the event is often criticised for its mathematical formulas used in scoring - does the current model hold up? In this workshop, students will learn; - What a weighted mean is - How weighted decision tables are used - The value of exponents in formulas compared with linear equations using different operations - How to analyse data to measure athletic prowess - How to - How to s
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Statistics
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
Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity – St Patrick’s Day Shamrock Math Game
This four leaf clover science and math activity is a hands-on St. Patrick’s Day STEM challenge where kids design, test, and improve a four leaf clover flying disc while exploring shamrock math, leprechaun math, and probability. Students complete the building and testing with simple materials, then use printable handouts or Google Slides to record data, analyze results, and extend their thinking. 🍀 How the Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity WorksKids work independently or in small groups
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
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
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
Thanksgiving SCAMPER Story & Slideshow Creative Thinking, Reading, and Writing
Engage your class with this Thanksgiving SCAMPER slideshow—a creative thinking and problem-solving lesson perfect for grades 2–4! Guide students step-by-step through each SCAMPER prompt as they help Timmy Turkey come up with clever disguise ideas. Use it for whole-class brainstorming, literacy centers, or gifted enrichment. Includes: 12 interactive slides with SCAMPER prompts Story connection: The Tale of Timmy TurkeyTeacher-friendly visuals and student discussion cuesSkills Covered:Creative th
2nd - 4th
Arithmetic, Creative Writing, Financial Literacy
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