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Gifted Learners Problem Solving Math Unit-Grade 2-Operations/Algebraic Thinking
Check out this companion product that goes along with this unit - games and practice worksheets to reinforce learning!CGI and Inquiry Based Problem Solving are an effective and engaging way to use students' strengths and prior knowledge to be able to access all curriculum. PERFECT FOR YOUR GIFTED LEARNERS!Teaching Through Problem Solving in math using CGI allows all students to gain ownership in their learning. As the teacher, you will become a facilitator in your classroom's math time, watch
2nd
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.B.2
, 2.OA.C.3
+1
Differentiated Real World Math Projects | Open-Ended Problem Solving Tasks
This bundle brings together 7 differentiated open-ended math projects for 4th grade and 5th grade students — each one a low floor high ceiling real-world problem solving task available at two levels of challenge. This isn't a worksheet collection. It's a thinking collection. Save up to 30% compared to purchasing individually.Each project puts students in a real situation — managing a budget, planning a meal, making strategic decisions — and asks them to figure out what to do, show their work, an
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
+7
National Park Project-Based Multiplication & Division Unit | 3rd Grade Math PBL
Engage your 3rd graders with multiplication and division in a real-world, project-based learning adventure! In National Park Patrol, students take on the role of park rangers responsible for dividing and managing resources in some of America’s most famous national parks. Through hands-on, authentic math tasks, they’ll solve problems about tents, volunteers, trail miles, wildlife populations, and more—all while mastering key division and multiplication standards. Perfect for gifted learners, smal
3rd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
+3
3rd Grade Fractions Project | Gifted Math Enrichment
Looking for meaningful 3rd grade fractions enrichment for students who finish early or need a deeper challenge? This Fraction Fair Design Challenge is a standards-aligned math project that pushes gifted and high-achieving students beyond worksheets into conceptual understanding, reasoning, and mathematical justification. Students become Fraction Engineers and design interactive math exhibits that teach: • Unit fractions as parts of a whole, sets, and number lines • Fractions as repeated unit fra
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.2
, 3.NF.A.3
4th Grade Multi-Step Word Problem Task Cards
Whenever possible, I look for ways to incorporate aspects of the Montessori philosophy into my homemade materials. In this case, I looked for ways to teach students a bit about chickens and inspire them to then conduct independent research based on the facts they learned. These materials were created to be a follow-up activity after the initial instruction is presented. It can be used as a Montessori shelf-work, as a small-group center work, a digital follow-up activity, or as a homework assign
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
Math Menu PBL Project
Math Menu PBL project for students to create an event for their community, design a menu around the event, and find the cost of each item needed for their event. Includes: Teacher directionsWorksheets designed for no budget and budget Slides for teachers who want to assign a budgetSlides for teachers who do not want to assign a budget2 different final project optionsIntegration and extension suggestionsCopyright © Megan Willson 2026 All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single cl
2nd - 5th
Graphic Arts, Money Math, Other (Math)
Cross-Sections of 3D Figures (Play-Doh Math Experiment)
If you’re looking for a hands-on way to teach cross-sections that your students will actually love, you have found it! This Play-Doh activity is a total game-changer for teaching 3D shapes in 7th and 8th grade.What shapes are included? We're covering all the 7th & 8th grade content: cylinders, rectangular prisms, cones, square pyramids, triangular prisms, triangular pyramids, and spheres!All you need is:Play-Doh (or any modeling clay)A piece of fishing line or dental floss for each studentYour s
7th - 8th
Geometry, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.G.A.3
Amazing Race Math Project | Measurement & Elapsed Time | 3rd Grade PBL
Global Measurement Race: An Amazing Race–Style Math Project for 3rd GradeBring math to life with this engaging, travel-themed project-based learning experience where students become contestants in a global race. Instead of completing worksheets, students measure real objects, solve authentic problems, and plan travel routes as they move through countries around the world. Why Teachers Love ThisIf your students struggle to stay engaged during measurement and elapsed time units, this project provi
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
Mission Survival Base PBL | 3rd Grade Measurement & Time Math Project | Engineer
Mission: Survival Base3rd Grade Measurement & Time Math PBL | Engineering Challenge for Gifted LearnersWhat would it take to design a survival base in an extreme environment? In this high-engagement project-based learning unit, students become engineering teams responsible for designing a fully operational survival base. To succeed, they must apply measurement, problem solving, and time management while working within realistic mission constraints. Students design a base layout, plan life-suppor
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
YOU BOUGHT A ZOO | 18 DAY NO PREP | MATH ENRICHMENT/HIGH-FLYER/GIFTED LEARNING
YOU BOUGH A ZOO | 18 DAY NO PREP | MATH ENRICHMENT/HIGH-FLYER/GIFTED LEARNINGI have created this product for high flyers and gifted students to work on while I am giving tiered instruction. This is a super fun themed 18 day, no prep needed, activity packet for your high flyers. They solve problems, create models, and write their own problems with specific details provided, which truly stretched their thinking. This was made in mind fro second/third grade learners, but could be scaffolded for tut
1st - 3rd
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.1a
, 2.NBT.A.1b
+6
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)
Christmas Math Hospital: Bundle Edition!
🏥✨ Ultimate Math Hospital Bundle – Signs, Badges, Recording Sheets & Word Problem Activities! ✨🏥Turn your classroom into a fully immersive Math Hospital with this all-in-one bundle! Designed to boost engagement, support problem-solving skills, and add a fun sense of urgency to your math block, this bundle gives you everything you need to create a meaningful, memorable classroom transformation. From festive character “patients” and word problems to badges, signs, and recording sheets, student
2nd - 3rd
Other (Math)
YOU BOUGHT A CAFE | 18 DAY NO PREP | MATH ENRICHMENT/HIGH-FLYER/GIFTED LEARNING
YOU BOUGH A CAFE | 18 DAY NO PREP | MATH ENRICHMENT/HIGH-FLYER/GIFTED LEARNINGI have created this product for high flyers and gifted students to work on while I am giving tiered instruction. This is a super fun themed 18 day, no prep needed, activity packet for your high flyers. They solve problems, create models, and write their own problems with specific details provided, which truly stretched their thinking. This was made in mind for second/third grade learners, but could be scaffolded for tu
1st - 3rd
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.1a
, 2.NBT.A.1b
+6
The Big Brain Boost: Summer Edition | At-Home Reading, Math & Fun Activities
The Big Brain Boost: Summer Edition is a 3-week email-based learning program for parents to use at home with their incoming second graders. Each day features: A reading activity to build phonics knowledge, comprehension, and fluency A math activity to support number sense, addition/subtraction, and problem-solving A just-for-fun activity to encourage creativity and curiosity Themes: Week 1: Zoo Week 2: Beach Week 3: Camp This resource includes: A parent welcome letter explaining how it al
2nd
Other (Math), Reading
"Addition Worksheets – Numbers, Fruits, Vegetables & Animals | Printable Math Ac
Fun Addition Worksheets – Numbers, Fruits, Vegetables & AnimalsMake learning addition exciting with this printable worksheet pack! Perfect for young learners, this set includes both number-only problems and picture-based problems using adorable fruits, vegetables, and animals. What’s included: 3 pages: Number addition 7 pages: Picture addition with fruits, vegetables, and animals Answer boxes for each problem Black & white format for easy printing and coloring Why teachers & parents love it:
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
Free Character Color by Code Math Worksheets - Addition & Subtraction Activities
Try this FREE sample from my full Color by Code bundle!Make math practice fun and engaging with this Color by Code freebie, perfect for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students. This sample includes 1 character with 2 printable worksheets to help students reinforce basic math facts in a creative and interactive way. ✨ What's Included:1 Color by Code worksheet – Addition to 101 Color by Code worksheet – Subtraction within 101 Answer keys 1 Page with a link to the full version These worksheets ar
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Equal and Not Equal Parts of Shapes Sorting Activity & Visual Math Practice
Equal and Not Equal Parts of Shapes – Sorting ActivityHelp students master the concept of equal and not equal parts with this hands-on sorting activity! This resource provides a fun and interactive way for children to identify, compare, and sort shapes based on whether they are divided into equal or unequal parts. What’s Included?32 Picture Cards – 16 Equal & 16 Not Equal ShapesSorting Mats: Equal Parts Mat (Holds 16 Cards)Not Equal Parts Mat (Holds 16 Cards)Equal & Not Equal Sorting Mat (Holds
K - 3rd
Fractions, Geometry, Other (Math)
Depth & Complexity Thinking Prompt Icon Cards for Math 3rd-6th
Use these Think Like a Mathematician Depth & Complexity Prompt Icon Cards to spark higher-level mathematical discussions and thinking for any math concept or problem type! With 85+ prompts directly connected to the Depth & Complexity Icons, these cards work seamlessly with any Think Like a Mathematician frame. Perfect for GATE, gifted enrichment, or general education classrooms. Each prompt icon includes two differentiated levels of questioning: Set A – Low-level questions for scaffolding
3rd - 6th
Other (Math)
UIL Number Sense – Grade 4 | First Column Mastery | Mental Math Competition Prep
⭐ UIL Number Sense – Grade 4 | First Column Mastery ⭐ This resource is designed to support Grade 4 UIL Number Sense competition preparation with a strategic focus on first-column mastery. Instead of overwhelming students with full tests too early, this resource builds speed, accuracy, and confidence where it matters most. Perfect for UIL coaches, GT/enrichment teachers, and math clubs, this resource provides both authentic UIL-style practice and explicit mental math strategy instruction.
4th - 5th
Mental Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
Also included in: UIL Number Sense – Grade 4: Column 1 & Column 2 Complete Practice Bundle
My Halloween Puzzle & Counting Mats Bundle | Numbers 1-15 | Montessori Math
Build foundational math skills with this complete Halloween counting mat collection featuring authentic Halloween imagery! Perfect for introducing numbers 1-15 through hands-on puzzle assembly and manipulative counting. Children develop number recognition and one-to-one correspondence while progressing through three systematic support levels.WHAT'S INCLUDED:3 Halloween Counting Mats (Pumpkin Patch 1-5, Jack-O'-Lantern 6-10, Haunted House 11-15)Numbered puzzle pieces for overlay assemblyProgressi
PreK - K
Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
+4
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
My Christmas Puzzle & Counting Mats Bundle | Numbers 1-10 | Montessori Math
Build foundational math skills with this Christmas counting mat collection featuring authentic seasonal imagery! Perfect for introducing or practicing numbers 1-10 through hands-on puzzle assembly and manipulative counting. Children develop number recognition and one-to-one correspondence while progressing through two systematic support levels.WHAT'S INCLUDED:2 Christmas Counting Mats (Christmas Stockings 1-5, Snowman 6-10)Numbered puzzle pieces for overlay assemblyProgressive support - guided t
PreK
Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
+4
Kindergarten Decodable Word Problems
Decodable Word Problems are math problems that your students can actually READ independently. This set includes 4 different problem types for the Kinder classroom (Addition: part-part-whole and joining; Subtraction: separating and part-part-whole problems). Each problem is a full page to allow little learners plenty of room to draw their representations. Most problems use CVC words with short vowels. There are a few problems with digraphs and blends and limited use of sight words. All problems
Kindergarten
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
1st Grade Weekly Reading & Math Pack | 4-Day Plan (1–2 hrs/day) | Subtraction, 2
A structured 4-day 1st Grade learning week, completed in 1–2 hours per day. Includes reading passages, blends spelling, subtraction strategies, two-digit addition/subtraction, skip counting, money skills, and leadership-based comprehension. This week-long packet includes: 3 stories (Jada and the Tall Slide, Sam Starts Again, Lila’s New Start) Vocabulary + comprehension + EES leadership writing Blend spelling list (teacher-choice dictation) Monday math (15 problems: subtraction, comparison,
K - 2nd
Other (ELA), Other (Math)
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