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Comparison Problem Situations Task Cards: Differentiated Problem Solving & Key
Mastering comparison problem situations can be a hurdle for many students. This comprehensive set of Comparison Task Cards is designed to bridge the gap between conceptual understanding and numerical fluency. By offering tiered complexity, this resource allows you to meet every learner where they are—whether they are working with basic comparisons or complex multi-step numerical situations. The included mathematical word bank empowers students to articulate their reasoning using precise academi
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Math Problems? No Problem! (Set 1): problem-solving questions and strategies
Math Problems? No Problem! is a ready-to-go resource for teachers that's created in an engaging format for students. It includes ten sheets of carefully chosen problems to help students become more comfortable using a variety of problem-solving strategies. Many problems can be solved in a variety of ways even though most students limit themselves to just a few. This will change as they interact with the problems included in the packet. The strategies include:Act It OutBreak Into PartsCheck for
7th - 8th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP4
Math Problems? No Problem! (Set 3): problem-solving questions and strategies
Math Problems? No Problem! includes 10 sheets of carefully chosen problems to help students become more familiar with and comfortable in using a variety of problem-solving strategies. Many problems can be solved in a variety of ways, but most students limit themselves by only using a few. This will change as they interact with the problems included in this packet. The strategies include:Act It OutBreak Into PartsCheck for Hidden AssumptionsComputationDiagramGraphingGroupingGuess and CheckLogicNa
7th - 8th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP4
Math Problems? No Problem! (Set 2): problem-solving questions and strategies
Math Problems? No Problem! is a ready-to-go resource for teachers that's created in an engaging format for students. It includes ten sheets of carefully chosen problems to help students become more comfortable using a variety of problem-solving strategies. Many problems can be solved in a variety of ways even though most students limit themselves to just a few. This will change as they interact with the problems included in the packet. The strategies include:Act It OutBreak Into PartsCheck fo
7th - 8th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP4
Problem Solving Map - Visual Math Strategy Graphic Organizer
Give your students a clear, step-by-step visual to decode and conquer tricky word problems! The Problem Solving Map is a graphic organizer that helps learners break down math problems into manageable parts and reflect on their thinking along the way. It’s especially effective for students with dyslexia, ADHD, or low working memory. With five guided steps and reflection prompts, this is more than a worksheet—it’s a thinking tool. What’s Included: Printable Problem Solving Map 5-step guided layo
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Systems of Equations: Write and Solve Word Problems (Mini Lesson and Video)
This Mini Lesson is all about Writing and Solving for Systems of Equations. This video slowly goes through the process of writing the equations, and moves through the solving process a little faster. *Note both Substitution and Elimination are used in the solving process.*I pride myself on small mini lessons for remediation and reteaching purposes. Simple yet will make your students feel confident and successful.✅ Step by Step Directions on the Process of Systems by Graphing✅Answer Key and V
8th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
8.EE.C.8a
Understanding and Solving Percent Problems | Elementary Matching Cards
Print the following pages on cardstock. For durability—especially if multiple children will be using the material—laminate all the cards after cutting them out along the lines. Store the finished cards in a small box, bag, or tackle box alongside other math materials on the shelf. How to Use:Children will match each red problem card with the correct blue answer card. For Concrete Work: The child writes the problem from the red card onto a sheet of paper, uses concrete materials to solve it, fi
1st - 6th
Basic Operations, Money Math, Numbers
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
Apple 4 Digit (No Regrouping) Addition & Subtraction Color by Number: Montessori
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition and 2 for subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children as a center, independent work for homeschoo
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Place Value
Also included in: Fall Apple Montessori-Inspired Activities
Summer 4 Digit (Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction Color by Number: Montessori
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition, 2 for subtraction, and 2 for a mix of addition and subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children a
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Place Value
Also included in: Summer Ocean/Beach/Insects Montessori-Inspired Activities
Apple 4 Digit (Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction Color by Number: Montessori
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition and 2 for subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children as a center, independent work for homeschoo
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Place Value
Also included in: Fall Apple Montessori-Inspired Activities
Summer 4 Digit (No Regrouping) Addition & Subtraction Color byNumber: Montessori
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition, 2 for subtraction, and 2 for a mix of addition and subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children a
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Place Value
Also included in: Summer Ocean/Beach/Insects Montessori-Inspired Activities
Easter & Earth Day 4 Digit (No Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction (Montessori)
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills without regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition and 2 for subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children as a center, independent work for homesc
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Place Value
Also included in: Easter & Earth Day Spring Montessori-Inspired Activities
Spring 4 Digit (Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction Color by Number
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then use the key at the top to color the part of that picture the corresponding color. There are 2 pictures for addition and 2 for subtraction. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to 6th grade aged children as a center, independent work for homeschoo
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Place Value
Also included in: Spring Birds/Seeds/Gardening Montessori-Inspired Activities
4 Digit (Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction Butterfly Puzzles (Montessori)
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills with regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then match them to the body of the butterfly with the correct answer. There is an addition and subtraction problem that match 1 body to make a total of 6 whole butterflies. There are 2 versions of these puzzles. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K to
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Place Value
Also included in: Spring Butterflies & Flowers Montessori-Inspired Activities
4 Digit (No Regrouping) Addition and Subtraction Butterfly Puzzles (Montessori)
To work on your student's 4 digit addition and subtraction skills without regrouping, your student will solve the addition or subtraction problems and then match them to the body of the butterfly with the correct answer. There is an addition and subtraction problem that match 1 body to make a total of 6 whole butterflies. There are 2 versions of these puzzles. They are the same except one is with black numbers and the others use the Montessori colors for Place Value. These can be used with Pre-K
PreK - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Place Value
Also included in: Spring Butterflies & Flowers Montessori-Inspired Activities
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
Long Division Guided Practice Packet with Remainders | Special Education Math
This Guided Long Division Work Packet is designed for Special Education, resource, and math intervention students who need clear structure, consistent language, and gradual release of support. The packet walks students through long division using concrete, positional language such as: “What number up high times the one in front gets you close to the number?” Support is intentionally reduced across sets, moving students from heavily guided practice to more independent problem solving. This ma
5th - 12th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.2
Fall Whole Number Multiplication & Division Color By Code 5th 6th Differentiated
Do your students need practice with solving whole number operations problems? Wouldn't you love to offer your students CHOICE for that practice? This resource has 3 worksheet options and is exactly what you need to accomplish that goal. Includes: 1 color-by-code picture1 worksheet with 10 multi digit multiplication problems and 10 multi digit division problems1 worksheet with 20 multi digit multiplication problems1 worksheet with 20 multi digit division problemsworkspace (scratch paper)3 answe
5th - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.6
, 6.NS.B.2
Differentiated Halloween Order of Operations Color By Code Differentiated
Do your students need practice with solving order of operations problems? Wouldn't you love to differentiate that practice? This resource has 3 differentiated levels of practice and is exactly what you need to accomplish that goal.Includes:1 color-by-code picture20 order of operations problems without parentheses or exponents20 order of operations problems with parentheses, but no exponents20 order of operations problems with parentheses and exponentsworkspace (scratch paper)3 answer keysan exam
5th - 6th
Basic Operations, Order of Operations
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, 6.EE.A.1
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
Math Logic Enrichment Puzzle Task Cards - Monsters 3
Logic puzzles are a great way of promoting group work and problem solving in a classroom and can also be utilized when wanting to extend fast-finishers. This product includes 12 scale logic puzzles. All of the puzzles are accessible to students that have a basic understanding of the order of operations. Included:• 12 logic puzzles • Student answer sheet • Worksheet for early finishers • Answer key Follow my store for all the latest updates and to be the first to know when I launch new products!
5th - 9th
Basic Operations, Math
Also included in: Math Logic Enrichment Puzzle Task Cards - Monsters Bundle
1.2.Challenge Division Math Fact Word Problem Practice Notebook 1
Practice basic division math facts using word problems to work on the skills necessary for memorization. I give this notebook to students who are good at figuring their addition math facts but struggle once a zero is placed after the number and need to practice recognizing or 'pulling out' the math fact from the problem and making it easier to solve. I give them about 10-15 minutes daily and they can also practice independently when finished with all other work. The answer key is included at th
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
+2
Also included in: Division Math Fact Word Problems Practice Notebooks
1.2.Challenge Multiplication Math Fact Word Problem Practice Notebook 1
Practice basic multiplication math facts using word problems to work on the skills necessary for memorization. I give this notebook to students who are good at figuring their addition math facts but struggle once a zero is placed after the number and need to practice recognizing or 'pulling out' the math fact from the problem and making it easier to solve. I give them about 10-15 minutes daily and they can also practice independently when finished with all other work. The answer key is included
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
+2
Also included in: Multiplication Math Fact Word Problems Notebooks
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