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Word Problems / Problem Solving Strategy that REALLY WORKS!
"Word Problems / Problem Solving Strategy that REALLY WORKS!"✅ Struggling with teaching word problems? You’re not alone—and neither are your students. Word problems are often the most challenging part of elementary math instruction, even for students who have mastered basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They know how to do the math, but freeze up when it’s time to decide which operation to use. This engaging and student-friendly word problem strategy s
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
180 Daily Math Word Problems for Grades 3–4 | Problem Solving Morning Work
Looking for an easy, consistent way to build math problem-solving skills all year long? These 180 Daily Math Word Problems for Grades 3–4 are perfect for morning work, bellwork, spiral review, and daily problem-solving practice. With just two word problems per day, students get meaningful practice without feeling overwhelmed. This resource helps students strengthen math reasoning, apply strategies, and build confidence with word problems — all in a predictable, low-prep routine. ⭐ Why Teacher
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.1
+11
November Math Morning Work – Thanksgiving Problem Solving Worksheets Grades 1–2
Make math meaningful this Thanksgiving season! This “November Math Morning Work” pack includes 20 Thanksgiving-themed word problem worksheets designed for Grades 1–2. Each page encourages students to use multiple strategies — draw pictures, write equations, and explain their thinking — while solving fun, real-world math problems about turkeys, pies, and harvest time. 🌟 What’s Included ✅ 20 Thanksgiving Math Word Problem Worksheets ✅ Mixed Operations – Addition, Subtraction, Multiplicat
1st - 2nd
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Writing
UPS Check Math Problem Solving Work Mat
This UPS Check work mat can be used by students of all ages to solve any type of word problem. This process helps students slow down and think through what is happening in the problem and the best way to solve it. NO TRICKS, JUST SENSE MAKING! Color and black and white options available. Can be laminated and reused over and over!
1st - 4th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Multiplication Work Mat | Multiplication Problem Solving Strategy Mat
✨ Multiplication Strategy Mat | Scaffolded Math Support for Independent LearnersHelp your students build confidence with multiplication using this Multiplication Mat — a perfect math reference tool for students learning basic multiplication strategies! Designed to support independent work, this mat gives students the visual scaffolds they need to solve problems successfully while reinforcing conceptual understanding. This resource includes two versions of the Multiplication Mat to meet your
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.3
, 3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.A.3
+3
Junior Math Problem Solving Bell Work 1
Looking for math word problems to challenge your students? This package includes a month's worth of problem solving questions (20 questions) which student's need to solve using the the problem solving process. A blank template of the process is also included in the resource allowing you to add your own questions. Customer Tips: How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases: •Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback but
5th - 6th
Basic Operations, Measurement, Other (Math)
Also included in: Virtual Bundle 1 - Grade 6
Roll & Solve Work Mat: 3 Step Problems
Use with whole group, small group, or in centers. Print on colored card-stock, laminate or put into clear plastic sleeves. Student can use with dry-erase markers, or you can print on paper and they can use a pencil. It is up to you! Students roll three dice. Add two largest numbers of the three, and subtract the smallest number. Students should sort the dice into greatest to least. Then draw the dice into each column, write out the equation, and solve. Great for practicing comparing numbers,
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS
1.NBT.C.4
, 1.NBT.C.6
, 1.OA.C.6
+3
Also included in: Discounted Work Mat Bundle (PLUS BONUS WORK MATS)
Math Vocabulary Problem Solving Key Words Anchor Chart 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade ESL
Help your 2nd-5th grade or ESL students sort out math vocabulary with this Math Vocabulary Problem Solving Key Words Anchor Chart. Students can fill out their own or use the ready-made charts for reference. Support students with math vocabulary in the classroom or at home. This notebook chart is a 4 Square Organizer filled with Key Words for each of the four basic operations. This chart could be used in several ways:Teach your students how to determine what operation the Math problem is aski
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
Math Reasoning Puzzles to 50 | Grade 2–3 Problem Solving & Number Sense
Looking for math reasoning puzzles for Grade 2–3 that go beyond basic computation? These Math Reasoning Puzzles to 50 are designed to build number sense, problem solving, and critical thinking through engaging, open-ended tasks. This resource includes 20 math reasoning puzzles that encourage students to think deeply about numbers and relationships. Students must determine the value of each space using logical reasoning rather than following a single procedure. Students may use: Proportiona
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Mental Math
Graph Paper Organization Grids for Solving Math Problems Printable Grid Paper
These blank student graph paper grids worksheets provide enough working space for students to write out and solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or other math problems. Perfect for homework and math practice! You'll LOVE how these light-gray lined graph paper grids keep student work organized and neat - students will LOVE how these grids make their work feel easier. This basic intervention technique is ideal for at-risk, special education, strugglers, and general education st
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Math Reasoning Puzzles to 100 | Grade 3-5 Problem Solving & Number Sense
Looking for math reasoning puzzles for Grade 3-5 that go beyond basic computation? These Math Reasoning Puzzles to 100 are designed to build number sense, problem solving, and critical thinking through engaging, open-ended tasks. This resource includes 20 math reasoning puzzles that encourage students to think deeply about numbers and relationships. Students must determine the value of each space using logical reasoning rather than following a single procedure. Students may use: Proportion
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Mental Math
Daily Math Morning Work Spiral Review Skill Warm-Ups 1st Grade Volume 1
This packet includes 20 daily math pages (4 weeks of daily practice) Each daily math page contains: number writing number bonds ten frames patterns and sums to 10 *For those of you needing the Common Core Alignment:* Kinder: K.CC.1. Count to 100 by ones and by tens. K.CC.3. Write numbers from 0 to 20. K.OA.2. Add (and subtract) within 10 K.OA.5. Fluently add and subtract within 5. First Grade: 1.OA.1 Represent and solve problems involving addition. 1.OA.3 Understand and apply properties of oper
1st
Basic Operations, Math, Numbers
CUBES Math Strategy Word Problem Solving Posters Anchor Chart Bookmark Pastels
CUBES math strategy posters to help students solve math word problems.Are your students struggling with word problems? These CUBES math strategy posters is your solution! CUBES Anchor Chart & Bookmarks are a great reference tool with a step-by-step guide that breaks down problems using a simple acronym. An acronym that will give your students the confidence they need! C - Circle the numbers U - Underline the question B- Box the keywords E - Eliminate unnecessary information/ OR Evaluate what op
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.OA.D.8
1st Grade Math Spiral Review JANUARY Daily Math Morning Work or Warm ups
This is the January Edition of my popular Spiral Daily Math series for 1st grade. These pages spiral the CC standards and are packed full of math – word problems, graphs, addition and subtraction, place value, number relationships, and more. Avoid the drill-and-kill! My Daily Math packets weave in a story and are full of interesting characters. Daily Math gives your kids a reason to solve the problems and keeps them eager for more. Each month is a new adventure!This versatile pack works great
1st
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
1.MD.A.1
, 1.MD.B.3
, 1.MD.C.4
+15
4th Grade Math Fact Fluency Multiplication and Division Practice Morning Work
When your students need more daily math facts practice, this set of THIRTY-SIX weeks of daily math facts fluency review practice for multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction of whole numbers is what you need! Addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers, multiplying fractions by whole numbers, and finding factors of numbers 1-100 are also included. When your students are fluent with their multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction strategies, it helps them succe
4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+5
CUBES Math Word Problems: Mixed Operations Problem-Solving Practice Upper Grades
Build confidence in solving word problems with this engaging CUBES strategy resource designed for upper elementary and middle school math. Using the step-by-step acronym (CIRCLE numbers, UNDERLINE the question, BOX key words, EVALUATE the steps, SOLVE and check), students learn to slow down, analyze carefully, and show their thinking when working with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division word problems. This resource includes: 14 word problems (single- and multi-step) covering all
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Numeracy and Problem Solving Math Activity Bundle for Upper Grades
1st Grade Math Spiral Review Morning Work | Math Homework
These math spiral review pages are perfect for morning work, homework, or as a quick warm up to your math workshop as students keep their skills fresh with the standards. Students master the 1st grade math standards through an ongoing spiral review. Each page has 5 sections, keeping things visually clean straightforward for students. There are 4 pages in the preview so you can try them out in your classroom. Skills and standards included:K.OA.1, & 1.OA.1 Creating equations from pictures K.
K - 1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
1.MD.B.3
, 1.MD.C.4
, K.NBT.A.1
+17
Also included in: 2nd Grade Math Spiral Review | Morning Work | 1st Grade Review | Bundle
Problem Solving - Math Story Problems - Set 2
30 math story problems are included in this problem solving set. Students can read the story 3 times and check the boxes each time. They can highlight the important information in the problem. They can also cross out the information that is not needed to solve the problem. Students have a space for showing their work, writing the equation, and writing the answer. A number line is on the page to help students check their work. Both addition and subtraction problems: 2 addends 3 addends missing
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Problem Solving - Math Story Problems - Set 1
This pack contains 20 addition story problems and 20 subtraction story problems. That's 40 problems in all!! Each page has a space for drawing a picture, a space for writing an equation, and a space for writing the final answer. There is also a number line to help students check their work. You can find more math packs in my store: MORE Problem SolvingAddition StrategiesSubtraction StrategiesAddition & Subtraction Strategies BUNDLEMath Printables & AssessmentsMath Interactive NotebookMath Games
K - 1st
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
STEM Challenge Zip Line Problem-Solving Experiment & Design Easy Prep Activity
Are you ready for a fantastic STEM challenge? Here it is: Zip Lines! Your students are going to cheer when you tell them about this one! After experimenting students will improve their models and everyone will watch the passenger carriers fly down those lines! What is the challenge?This challenge is one of the best ones we have completed! We all loved it!Students will build their passenger carrier and experiment with different line types for the device. This will determine the best ride for eac
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Engineering
Math Work Mats - Math Word Problems
Students will love learning and practicing their math word problems through these hands on math work mats. There are 30 numberless word problems included. Plus editable boxes to add your own word problems! Numberless word problems are perfect for differentiation. The Math Work Mats provide space for students to use a variety of problem solving strategies. There is space for students to draw a picture, use a ten frame, a number line, part-part-whole, number bond, write an equation, and write a w
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Math Work Mats Activities for Hands on Learning- The Bundle
Envisions Math Topic 2 Second Grade - Work With Equal Groups Worksheets
Envisions Topic 2-Work With Equal Groups-A Supplementary Unit is a companion piece to Topic 2. Your students will have the opportunity to practice identifying odd and even numbers, create equal groups with arrays, and solve word problems by creating arrays. Your students will enjoy this resource as they gain more knowledge of these essential skills. - 3 Even and Odd Activities - 3 Array Activities - 3 Problem Solving with Arrays Activities
2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
Also included in: EnVisions Math 2nd Grade Topics 1-15 Bundle Worksheets and Centers
Numberless Word Problems - Addition and Subtraction Problem-Solving
Transform math problem-solving in your classroom with engaging, scaffolded Numberless Word Problems! Perfect for upper elementary math, this resource builds critical thinking, number sense, and deep comprehension of addition and subtraction word problems with large numbers. By removing the numbers at first, students focus on understanding the problem’s context, choosing the right operation, and explaining their reasoning—all before they even start calculating. These numberless math problems are
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Numeracy and Problem Solving Math Activity Bundle for Upper Grades
Print and Practice Math Worksheets Bundle | Math Skills | Centers, Morning Work
This Print and Practice Math Worksheets Bundle includes skill-based math pages designed for Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade. These no-prep math practice pages are perfect for morning work, centers, homework, and small groups, helping students build fluency in essential math skills. This comprehensive Math Worksheets Bundle for K-2 includes engaging print-and-practice math pages that build confidence in essential skills like: number sense and counting addition and subtraction place value s
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
K.NBT.A.1
, 1.NBT.A.1
, 1.NBT.B.2
+35
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