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Carefully solve each math problem and show your step-by-step working.
Description: Take Your Students’ Math Fluency to the Next Level with Volume 2 of Our Best-Selling Arithmetic Series!Building on the success of our initial collection, this "Math Mastery Volume 2" offers 50 brand-new, high-quality pages of open-ended math challenges. Specifically designed for Primary and Elementary students (Grades 2-6), this workbook focuses on reinforcing core arithmetic while introducing more complex multi-step problems that require critical thinking and precision. Instead
PreK - 8th
Applied Math, Mental Math, Numbers
Area and Perimeter Process Chart |4th Grade Math| How Do I Know If It’s A or P
Help students confidently decide whether a word problem is asking for area or perimeter with this student-friendly, step-by-step process chart. This Area vs. Perimeter process chart guides students to analyze the text, identify key words, and justify their thinking before solving. It is designed to support all learners and can be used across I Need Help, I Can Do It, and I Can Teach It levels. 👉 This process chart pairs perfectly with the Area & Perimeter worksheets already available in m
3rd - 5th
Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
Irregular Perimeter Made Easy – Special Education & Intervention Worksheets
Help learners confidently solve irregular perimeter problems with this clear, accessible, and student-friendly resource. Designed specifically for Special Education, intervention settings, and students who benefit from scaffolded instruction, this resource breaks down irregular shapes into manageable parts. This resource uses OpenDyslexic Font to support readability and reduce visual stress, making it especially helpful for students with dyslexia or visual processing challenges. Additionally,
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Solve It: Problem Solving Organizer
An easy to track and grade problem solving graphic organizer that emphasizes the PROCESS more than the SOLUTION! Students are guided through a step by step process and can get an A even if their solution is incorrect!
3rd - 11th
Other (Math)
Build a Bridge STEM Activity | Engineering Challenge for Kindergarten & Grade 1
This STEM Engineering Challenge helps young learners explore problem-solving, creativity, and basic engineering skills through a fun hands-on activity. Students will become engineers as they plan, build, test, and improve a bridge using simple materials. This activity follows the Engineering Design Process and is perfect for introducing STEM concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔ STEM challenge cover page ✔ “What is the Challenge?” introduction ✔ Materials checklist
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Other (Math), Writing
Math Puzzle Division Animal Edition Puzzle J
This product reviews simple division problems. The math puzzle with mystery message allows students to process math in a fun way. The message is a secret animal fact. This puzzle starts with letter J. It can be used individually. Product bundle a-z coming soon.
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
3.OA.C.7
Also included in: Math Puzzle Animal Edition A-Z Digital
Logic Puzzles - Brain Teaser Puzzles with Grids - Set 1
Logic Puzzles with GridsThis Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser set is a fun way for students to practice problem solving and logical reasoning. Students use inferencing, process of elimination, and critical thinking to solve each logic puzzle. Solving Logic Puzzles: Each puzzle has a situation with elements that need to be matched. Carefully read the clues. Use the grid to determine pairs that match. Place an X in the boxes where a pair does not match. Place an O in the boxes where the pair matches.
3rd - 5th
Other (Math)
Also included in: Logic Puzzles - Brain Teaser Puzzles with Grids {BUNDLE}
Math Problem Solving Journal
This journal contains 34 challenging math problems designed to 1.) build students' metacognitive skills and 2.) to encourage written communication of the problem solving process. There are also 5 Bonus Puzzlers. Each problem can be worked on independently or in a collaborative group. This product was originally created for 4th grade, but could be used for end of the year in 3rd or beginning of the year in 5th. Math Autobiography page (beginning of year) and a Math Reflection page (end of yea
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Other (Math)
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Thanksgiving Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Easter Holiday Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Food Groups Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Shapes Math Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Valentines Holiday Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
KIDS PICTURE SUDOKU Saint Patrick's Puzzles for Beginners : Critical Thinking
This sudoku set is perfect for beginners! Children must think creatively to solve each puzzle. They are an awesome way to improve concentration and problem solving skills. Includes five 4x4 puzzles and an answer key. ★ 1-up on a letter-sized page. ★ This file prints on 8.5" W X 11" H letter or A4-sized paper. ★ Images and text are NOT editable. INSTANT ♥ DOWNLOAD★ You will receive a digital PDF file. You will NOT receive anything in the mail. Please make sure you have the proper software to o
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Math
Dyscalculia Multiplication Help | Break Apart Strategy | Grade 3
🧩 Make Multiplication Easier (Without Memorizing) If your students get stuck on multiplication, this resource teaches them how to break numbers apart into smaller, easier problems. Instead of memorizing facts, students learn how to: 👉 break numbers apart 👉 solve easier pieces 👉 put them back together This is a powerful number sense strategy for students who struggle with multiplication. ✨ What Makes This Different✔ Teaches multiplication as a thinking process ✔ Breaks large problems into man
2nd - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.B.5
Also included in: Dyscalculia Multiplication Help | Complete Strategy Bundle
PROBLEM SOLVING PRACTICES
Problem solving practices is a visual resource that aims to help give younger learners prompts and clues about the choices they can make during the problem solving process. While the cards are particularly suited to mathematics, they can also be used in other problem solving areas.
Aim: To provide examples of mindsets and skills that people need to solve problem
Subject links: Can be used in any subject that needs problem solving strategies
Included in the resource: Seven problem solving prac
2nd - 5th
Math, Science
Math- Adventure in Mathematics-land: Designing a Math Game
Students will create a board game that will challenge their classmates to use math skills. To construct the game, students will to use mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills. This math Exploration includes detailed, student-friendly Steps to Success that lead the learner through the process of creating a high-level, quality independent project. To add rigor and thoughtfulness, students reflect on their Exploration by answering standards-based Questions of Mathematical Practice. Suppo
3rd - 8th
Math
Pumpkin Catapult STEM Challenge | Depth & Complexity: Force & Motion
The Pumpkin Catapult STEM Challenge is a hands-on fall activity where students design and test their own catapults to launch candy pumpkins. Through this engaging challenge, students apply the engineering design process while learning about force and motion in a fun, seasonal way. To extend thinking, students respond to Depth & Complexity prompts connected to the icons Trends, Change Over Time, and Rules. They analyze patterns in their results, reflect on how their designs evolved over time,
3rd - 6th
Arithmetic, Engineering, General Science
2nd Grade Time Math Warm Ups - Slides and Task Cards - Number Talks - Review
Are you looking for a fun way to help your students master telling time concepts? These 75 high engagement, NO PREP Time Warm-Up slides and task cards are a great way to have students process and explore telling time concepts. Geared for 2nd grade, these time warm-up prompts will help your students develop a Math Mindset and build a deep and rich understanding of time concepts. The tasks focus on analyzing, comparing, and contrasting, creating analogies, logic and deductive reasoning, identi
2nd - 3rd
Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
2.MD.C.7
, 3.MD.A.1
, MP1
+1
Fall/Autumn Magnetic Tile STEM Challenge Task Cards Engineering Activity
Autumn MAGNA-TILES STEM Task Cards by Carly and AdamBring engaging, hands-on STEM learning into your classroom with these reusable magnetic tile task cards. Designed for elementary teachers, this resource makes it easy to integrate problem-solving and creativity into any setting. What’s Included:A set of fall-themed STEM challenge cards (apples, pumpkins, farm scenes, and more)Open-ended tasks that encourage redesign, size changes, and creative variationsTeacher instructions for fostering inquir
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Numbers
Also included in: Magnetic Tile STEM Task Cards MEGA BUNDLE
Summer Magnetic Tile Building Challenge STEM Task Cards Engineering Activity
Summer MAGNA-TILE Building Challenge STEM Task Cards Bring summer fun into your classroom with Carly and Adam’s Summer Magnetic Tile Building Challenge Cards! Designed specifically for elementary teachers, this engaging STEM resource combines hands-on building with creative problem-solving to make learning exciting. Students use magnetic tiles to build seasonal objects like beach balls, popsicles, sandcastles, and more. Each card challenges learners to think critically, apply the Engineering
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Visual Arts
Also included in: Magnetic Tile STEM Task Cards MEGA BUNDLE
Math Number Sense Challenge Activity Gifted Third Grade
New and FUN, your class has to try this! Wow, will this help build fluency in math number sense! Designed for third grade, display these pdf slides at the start or end of any math routine and discuss orally the strategies that students use to solve these addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fraction challenges on a number line. No worksheets needed for this routine. If you have no smart board, print as a flashcard to share with class. Students will soon understand that verbaliz
3rd
Math Test Prep, Mental Math
Easy Logic Puzzles for Kids | Critical Thinking & Deduction | Vol. 5
Unlock your students' critical thinking skills with these engaging and easy-to-use logic puzzles! This Volume 5 set is designed specifically for beginners (Grades 1-3). It introduces students to deductive reasoning through exciting Ocean Adventure scenarios. The puzzles start with a helpful "How-to-Solve" Tutorial to guide students through the process of elimination, ensuring they build confidence from the very first page. WHAT'S INSIDE?12 Unique Logic Puzzles: A wide variety of fun themes to
1st - 3rd
Mental Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Easy Logic Puzzles for Kids | MEGA BUNDLE Vol. 1-6 | Critical Thinking
Easy Logic Puzzles for Kids | Critical Thinking & Deduction | Vol. 6
Unlock your students' critical thinking skills with these engaging and easy-to-use logic puzzles! This Volume 6 set is designed specifically for beginners (Grades 1-3). It introduces students to deductive reasoning through exciting Space Explorers scenarios. The puzzles start with a helpful "How-to-Solve" Tutorial to guide students through the process of elimination, ensuring they build confidence from the very first page. WHAT'S INSIDE?12 Unique Logic Puzzles: A wide variety of fun themes to
1st - 3rd
Mental Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Easy Logic Puzzles for Kids | MEGA BUNDLE Vol. 1-6 | Critical Thinking
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