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AI Replacement Scenario | Problem Solving | Ethics/Technology | Enrichment
The AI Replacement Problem | Critical Thinking Scenario | Ethics & Technology | Grades 3–8 Looking for a high-engagement, real-world critical thinking activity? The AI Replacement Problem challenges students to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, decision-making, and society through an engaging, open-ended scenario. Students must decide, design, and justify their thinking while tackling a complex, future-focused problem. What’s the Scenario? A company wants to replace work
5th - 8th
For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
STEM Save The Planet Invention | Creative Problem Solving Scenario | No-prep
A high-engagement, low-prep creative thinking activity that encourages students to solve real-world problems. This open-ended thinking activity encourages creative thinking, critical thinking, problem solving, and reflection — all within a structured, easy-to-use lesson. Save The Planet Invention is an engaging global problem-solving scenario where students design an invention to help protect the planet. Students must think creatively, justify their ideas, and refine their solutions while wor
5th - 8th
For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
Also included in: Critical Thinking Scenarios Bundle | Creative Problem-Solving Challenges
Summer Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets June Morning Work 1st Grade Activities
Need summer fun worksheets that work great as June morning work and allow for differentiation of instruction? These summer math brain teasers for first graders are ideal for morning work, bell work, or homework extensions. With an at-the-beach theme, these summer activities will have your first graders using their mental math skills and logical reasoning skills to solve the logic puzzles. Your students will have tons of fun with these! NO TEACHER PREP! These are perfect for differentiated pract
1st
CCSS
1.NBT.C.4
, 1.NBT.C.5
, 1.NBT.C.6
+4
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets July Morning Work 1st Grade
Need a great morning work resource to use with students in whole group, small groups, or individually that will allow for differentiation of instruction? These summer fun activities and brain teasers for first graders are ideal for bell work, math review, or homework extensions. With the cutest summer frog theme, these worksheets will have your first graders using their mental math and logical reasoning skills to solve the logic puzzles. Your students will have tons of fun with these activities!
1st
CCSS
1.NBT.C.4
, 1.NBT.C.5
, 1.NBT.C.6
+4
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets June Morning Bell Work 4th Grade
If you are a 4th-grade teacher looking for morning work, you will love this! These logic puzzles are fun yet effective for improving problem-solving, mental math, and critical thinking skills. These Father's Day morning work math puzzles focus on the mental math strategy of using money - dollars as 100s, half-dollars as 50s, quarters as 25s - in mental math computations. See the thumbnails and the preview for full-page samples.⭐ NO TEACHER PREP! These fun math early finisher extensions are per
4th
Mental Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+3
1st Grade March Early Finishers Logic Puzzles Math Morning Work Activity Packet
Need a great Spring resource to use with students in whole group, small groups, or individually? These math logic puzzle brin teasers for first graders are ideal for early finishers, gifted students, or homework. With a Spring Saint Patrick's Day theme, these math challenges will have your first graders using their mental math skills as well as logical reasoning skills to solve the problems. Your students will have tons of fun with these brain teaser puzzles! NO TEACHER PREP! These fun puzzles a
1st
CCSS
1.NBT.C.4
, 1.NBT.C.5
, 1.NBT.C.6
+4
Spring Logic Puzzles May Activity Packet - Brain Teasers - May Morning Work 3rd
These end-of-year logic problems will improve your 3rd grader's critical thinking and problem-solving skills! They are fun and engaging math puzzles that are solved using the mixed operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They are based on 3rd-grade math standards and are ideal for early finishers, gifted students, and math extensions. Students will also use their mental math skills to solve the problems. See complete samples in the preview!NO TEACHER PREP! These fun
3rd
CCSS
3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
, 3.OA.B.6
+4
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets June Morning Work 3rd Grade
These summer activities will improve your 3rd grader's critical thinking and problem-solving skills! They are fun and engaging brain teasers that are solved using the mixed operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. These fun worksheets are based on 3rd-grade math standards and are ideal for early finishers, gifted students, and math extensions. Students will also use their mental math skills to solve the problems. See complete samples in the preview!NO TEACHER PREP! Th
3rd
CCSS
3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
, 3.OA.B.6
+4
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets July Morning Work 3rd Grade
These summer logic problems for morning and bell work will improve your 3rd grader's critical thinking and problem-solving skills! They are fun and engaging brain teasers that are solved using the mixed operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. These activities are based on 3rd-grade math standards and are ideal fun worksheets for Summer School or homework. Students will also use their mental math skills to solve the problems. See complete samples in the preview!NO TEA
3rd
CCSS
3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
, 3.OA.B.6
+4
Spring Logic Puzzles May Activity Packet - Brain Teasers - May Morning Work 4th
If you are a 4th-grade teacher looking for math extensions, you will love this! These math extensions are fun yet effective for improving problem-solving, mental math, and critical thinking skills. These end-of-year math puzzles focus on the mental math strategy of using money - dollars as 100s, half-dollars as 50s, quarters as 25s - in mental math computations. See the thumbnails and the preview for full-page samples.⭐ NO TEACHER PREP! These fun math tasks are perfect for differentiated pract
4th
Mental Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+3
Spring Logic Puzzles - May Activity Packet - Brain Teasers - May Morning Work
Need a great math resource to use with students in whole group, small groups, or independently that will allow for differentiation of instruction? These second-grader math extensions are ideal for early finishers, gifted students, or homework extensions. With an End of Year theme, these math challenges will have your students using their mental math skills as well as logical reasoning skills to solve the problems. They will have tons of fun with these critical-thinking puzzles! ⭐ NO TEACHER PREP
2nd
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.8
, 2.OA.B.2
+6
Spring Logic Puzzles - May Activity Packet - Brain Teasers - May Morning Work
Need a great resource to use with students in whole group, small groups, or individually that will allow for differentiation of instruction? These math extensions for first graders are ideal for early finishers, gifted students, or homework extensions. With an end-of-year theme, these math challenges will have your first graders using their mental math skills as well as logical reasoning skills to solve the problems. Your students will have tons of fun with these critical thinking puzzles! NO TE
1st
CCSS
1.NBT.C.4
, 1.NBT.C.5
, 1.NBT.C.6
+4
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets July Morning Work Camping Day
Need a great math resource to use in whole math groups, small math groups, or independently that will allow for differentiation of instruction? These second grade summer activities are ideal brain teasers for morning work. With a camping day theme, they will have your students using their mental math skills and logical reasoning skills to solve the logic puzzles. They will have tons of fun as they improve their mental math and logic skills! ⭐ NO TEACHER PREP! These fun worksheets are perfect for
2nd
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.8
, 2.OA.B.2
+6
Summer Activities Brain Teasers Fun Worksheets July Morning Work 4th Grade
If you are a 4th-grade teacher looking for math extensions for your early finishers, you will love this! These math extensions are fun yet effective for improving problem-solving, mental math, and critical thinking skills. These July early finisher math puzzles focus on the mental math strategy of using money - dollars as 100s, half-dollars as 50s, quarters as 25s - in mental math computations. See the thumbnails and the preview for full-page samples.⭐ NO TEACHER PREP! These fun math early fin
4th
Mental Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+3
Morning Work/Daily Warm-Up/Skills Sampler: Printable Google Slides for PreK-2
Use this editable & customizable worksheet to reinforce foundational skills in a playful, more creative way! Practicing the basics doesn't have to be long or boring. On a single 8.5x11" sheet, kids will practice name and date, letter and number formation and sequencing, counting to 20 using ten frames, and tracing or writing and reading words, phrases or a short sentence.Their favorite part will be using their creativity to briefly turn a letter or number into an object or scene by drawing.I
PreK - 2nd
English Language Arts, Math
CCSS
K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.5
+3
Write Expressions, Linear Equation Word Problems, Inequalities 6th Grade Project
Design a school store with this 6th-grade expressions, inequalities, and algebraic equations math project. Students will apply their understanding of basic algebra in word problems related to their school store. The slides and worksheets involve writing, graphing, and evaluating expressions, inequalities, and equations. This resource is great for 6th-grade teachers who want to engage early finishers, challenge gifted and talented students independently, or complete a whole-class project at the e
5th - 6th
Algebra, Graphing, Numbers
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, 5.OA.A.2
, 5.OA.B.3
+14
One-Step Word Problems | 3rd & 4th Grade | Self-Checking Google Forms Math
Students often struggle to choose the correct operation in word problems. These self-checking Google Forms build that skill through guided support, retry clues, and independent mastery practice. Unlike typical digital worksheets, students receive built-in “Check Your Step” clues when they choose the wrong equation, helping them understand why an operation works before trying again. Grade Level3rd & 4th Grade MathWhat’s Included◇ Form A: Guided PracticeMatch each word problem to the correct equ
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.B.6
+1
Perimeter, with Formula, 4.MD.A.3, Word Problems, self-checking Google Sheets™
This resource provides extra practice for developing perimeter solving skills. I assign these for homework, and students do 2 to 3 problems every evening, and the packet is due Friday. Each question provides opportunities to develop fluency in repeated addition, multiplication of basic facts, place value… these are all the skills students are using when solving for “Perimeter”. Standard 4.MD.A.3Print version: 15 questions with a quick tutorial and answer keys. Digital version: 15 questi
4th - 6th
Math
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
Brain Teasers Task Cards | Plexers Rebus | Word Puzzles | End of Year Activity
Fun and engaging critical thinking and problem solving activity! This google slide resource gives your students 30 Plexer Puzzle Brain Teasers. Students will have a blast solving the puzzles, and it will also encourage critical thinking skills & problem solving! Plexers are visual brain teasers that will give your students an opportunity to work on logical thinking, grit and developing a growth mindset. Kids love them! Includes:30 Print Task Cards or Online PuzzlesWord Puzzles Recording Answer G
2nd - 5th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Other (ELA)
5 Critical Thinking Routines | Open-Ended Prompts For Any Subject | No-prep
Flexible, reusable critical thinking activities that work across any subject? These 5 open-ended critical thinking routines help students explore ideas, question assumptions, and develop deeper thinking skills — without requiring additional prep or specific content knowledge. Designed for Grades 3–8, these thinking routines can be reused across multiple subjects, topics, and learning contexts, making them ideal for enrichment, extension, inquiry, and early finisher tasks. What's Included
5th - 8th
For All Subjects
Word Puzzles Brain Teasers Rebus Plexers Fun Break Game Enrichment Logic
Fun and engaging critical thinking and problem solving activity! This google slide resource gives your students 30 Plexer Puzzle Brain Teasers. Students will have a blast solving the puzzles, and it will also encourage critical thinking skills & problem solving! Plexers are visual brain teasers that will give your students an opportunity to work on logical thinking, grit and developing a growth mindset. Kids love them! Includes:30 Print Task Cards or Online PuzzlesWord Puzzles Recording Answer G
5th - 8th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Other (ELA)
Real World Word Problems: Challenge
This rigorous, project-based assignment is designed for students working above grade level who are ready to apply their learning in meaningful, real-world ways. Students will create and solve their own real-world problem connected to topics and interests they genuinely care about, encouraging deeper engagement, creativity, and ownership of learning. Throughout the project, students will research information using websites and other informational sources, integrating important reading comprehensi
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.OA.A.1
, 4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
George Orwell's Shooting an Elephant Short Story Mini Activity and Answer Key
One man. One elephant. One moment that exposes the dirty work of empire. George Orwell’s Shooting an Elephant is a gripping personal essay that unpacks the psychological toll of colonialism, the illusion of power, and the moral paralysis of public performance. Set in British-occupied Burma, Orwell’s account of being forced to kill an elephant, against his better judgment, offers students a raw, reflective look at imperialism, conformity, and internal conflict. This mini activity includes: Li
5th - 12th
Balanced Literacy, Close Reading, Literature
Summer Fun Worksheets Brain Teasers, Summer Puzzles Fun Activities 2nd Grade
Need a great summer math resource to use for morning work that will allow for differentiation of instruction? These second-grader math brain teasers are ideal fun worksheets for June. With a Summer At the Beach theme, these summer activities will have your students using their mental math and logical reasoning skills to solve these math puzzles. They will have tons of fun as they improve their mental math and logic skills! ⭐ NO TEACHER PREP! These logic puzzles are perfect for differentiated pra
2nd
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.8
, 2.OA.B.2
+6
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