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Sudoku Puzzles for Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning Digital and Print
Sudoku Puzzles for Critical Thinking engages students in logical reasoning. Easel Activity included. This file includes a blank sudoku student answer sheet, 10 sudoku puzzles for printing (use in math centers or individually, or for projection on a whiteboard), and 5 sets of 4 puzzles for a group sudoku race to solve. Teacher directions include how to make reusable dry erase answer sheets so you can save ink, and suggestions for teaching Sudoku strategies. A great way to get students thinking!
6th - 9th
Math, Mental Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP1
3rd Grade Math Mats with Notes for Math Intervention & Small Group Toolkit
Support student understanding of key 3rd grade math skills with this growing bundle of printable Math Support Mats with Notes. These reusable math mats combine visual math notes, worked examples, strategy reminders, and open workspace to help students model strategies, organize their thinking, and solve problems independently.Think of them as graphic organizers for math.Perfect for small group instruction, math intervention, guided math, RTI, math centers, and independent practice. Simply print
3rd
Basic Operations
Gifted Thinking Choice Boards | Critical & Creative Thinking for Learners
Looking for ready-to-use enrichment activities that keep your gifted and advanced learners challenged? This resource includes 8 differentiated choice boards designed to spark curiosity, promote higher-order thinking, and encourage creativity across subjects. Perfect for literacy circles, centers, fast finishers, enrichment groups, and independent projects! ✨ What’s Included: 8 Ready-to-Use Choice Boards: • Critical & Creative Thinking (any subject) • ELA – Novel/Story Extensions • Math Enrichm
K - 4th
Other (ELA), Other (Math)
Critical Thinking: Advanced Logic & Patterns | Scaffolded Sequences (K-G2)
Critical Thinking: Advanced Logic & Patterns | Scaffolded Sequences (K-Grade 2)Challenge young minds with logic puzzles inspired by world-class math competitions!Are you looking for high-quality resources that go beyond simple repetition? This Advanced Logic Sequences pack is designed to bridge the gap between basic patterns and complex cognitive reasoning. Inspired by the rigorous standards of SASMO and Math Kangaroo, these worksheets push students to observe, analyze, and deduce—not just gue
K - 3rd
Geometry, Math Test Prep, Mental Math
CCSS
K.G.B.4
, 1.G.A.1
, 2.G.A.1
+2
Second Grade Common Core Operations & Algebraic Thinking H.O.T. Activities GATE
Amp up that rigor!
Greetings Teachers!
It is imperative that we tap into our students' higher order thinking in order to take them to the next level... but sometimes we don't have time to create activities that meet such demands.
These activities are just what the innovative teacher needs to take the common core second grade math standards to the next level! These activities can be great for gifted and talented students {GATE} as well! They can be used as a culminating event to finishing a s
2nd
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
Second Grade Common Core Geometry Higher Order Thinking Activities {GATE}
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Amp up that rigor!
It is imperative that we tap into our students' higher order thinking in order to take them to the next level... but sometimes we don't have time to create activities that meet such demands.
These activities are just what the innovative teacher needs to take the common core second grade math standards to the next level! These activities can be great for gifted and talented students {GATE} as well! They can be used as a culminating e
2nd
Fractions, Geometry, Math
CCSS
2.G.A.1
, 2.G.A.2
, 2.G.A.3
Futoshiki Puzzles for Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning Digital and Print
Futoshiki Puzzles for Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning. Similar to sudoku puzzles, these puzzles are fun and promote brain power and logical problem-solving. Includes a blank Futoshiki student answer sheet, 10 printable Futoshiki puzzles (use in centers or individually, or for projection on a whiteboard), and 5 sets of 4 puzzles for a group Furoshiki race to solve. Teacher directions include how to make reusable dry erase answer sheets so you can save ink, and suggestions for teaching s
5th - 8th
Math
CCSS
MP1
Printable Math Enrichment Game | Critical Thinking Activity | Fast Finisher Work
This Dots & Boxes Enrichment Game is a perfect math enrichment activity. This partner game challenges students to think critically about how to ensure they win the game. This can be used as a math center, or as an option for fast finishers. This is a great printable, no-prep enrichment game! An engaging option for gifted and talented students, as well as everyone else! This game is easy to differentiate to meet your needs. Great for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade students. This Product Includes:
3rd - 6th
Math
Printable Math Enrichment Game | Critical Thinking Activity | Fast Finisher Work
This Order & Chaos Enrichment Game is a perfect math enrichment activity. This partner game challenges students to think critically about how to ensure they win the game. This can be used as a math center, or as an option for fast finishers. This is a great printable, no-prep enrichment game! An engaging option for gifted and talented students, as well as everyone else! This game is easy to differentiate to meet your needs. Great for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade students. This Product Includes
3rd - 6th
Math
Slope Intercept Form Guided Notes and Practice
This Slope Intercept Form resource includes guided notes and practice problems that can be completed together during whole group or small group instruction. You Try! problems and challenge problems are provided on the second page and can be completed as independent practice. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns about this resource! Thanks! AG Fonts were used in the creation of this product: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Amy-Groesbeck
8th - 9th
Algebra
CCSS
8.F.B.4
, HSA-REI.D.10
Free Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd-5th grade
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *Notes: - The
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, Enrichment worksheets for 3rd,4th, 5th grade
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *Note: These
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd, 4th, 5th SET G
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *No
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd, 4th, 5th SET E
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *No
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd, 4th, 5th SET D
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *No
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd, 4th, 5th SET B
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *No
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB,Enrichment worksheets for 3rd, 4th, 5th SET C
Looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classroom? This engaging collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and black & white for easy printing! *No
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
Calculate Those using Fractions (Student Puzzle Book)
CCSS - 5.NF(1); 5.NF(4); 6.NS(1)
NOTE: DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED THE TEACHER'S EDITION.
"Calculate Those using Fractions" is a student puzzle book comprised of one hundred operation puzzles involving fractions. It serves to promote number and operation sense, along with mathematical reasoning and communication skills essential to every student’s mathematics education.
While similar to the entertaining and popular operation puzzles known as KenKen®, "Calculate Those
5th - 9th, Adult Education
Math
Writing Numerical Expressions Task Cards | Digital & Printable | Grades 5–6
Build student confidence with writing numerical expressions — a key step toward algebraic thinking! These Writing Numerical Expressions Task Cards give students repeated practice translating words into numerical expressions using correct operations and order of operations. This Early Bird task card set is flexible, standards-aligned practice that works both digital and printable, making it perfect for math centers, small groups, review, or independent practice. 📦 What’s Included 24 task ca
5th - 6th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, 5.OA.A.2
, 6.EE.A.2
Also included in: Bundled 4 Savings: Numerical Expressions and Order of Operations
Winter Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, worksheets for 3rd-5th
This winter season, are you looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging Winter-themed collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and blac
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Other (Math)
Spring Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, Springtime worksheets for 3rd-5th
This spring season, are you looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging Spring-themed collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color and blac
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Other (Math)
Halloween Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, and Fall worksheets for 3rd-5th
This Halloween/Fall season, are you looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging Halloween-themed collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full colo
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Other (Math), Visual Arts
Back to School STEM Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, worksheets for 3rd-5th
This back-to-school season, are you looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging STEM-themed collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color an
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Other (Math)
Back to School Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB, worksheets for 3rd-5th grade
This back-to-school season, are you looking for a low-prep way to boost critical thinking and math/writing enrichment in your 3rd–5th grade classroom? This engaging back to school collection of Logic Puzzles, Brain Teasers, WODB challenges, and Emoji Math will have your students thinking deeply and having fun. Both Worksheet and Task Card versions included! Perfect for early finishers, GATE/GT/TAG (gifted education), math stations, enrichment blocks, or sub plans—and it comes in both full color
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
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