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Kindergarten Weekly Math Challenges | Critical Thinking | Problem Solving
Kindergarten Weekly Math Challenges | Critical Thinking | Problem Solving Transform your math block with 40 engaging, standards-aligned Kindergarten Math Challenges that go beyond simple practice to build critical thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning skills. Perfect for whole group lessons, math talks, small group work, early finishers, or as a rotating Math Challenge of the Week bulletin board. Each challenge is thoughtfully designed to extend learning for all students while keeping acti
K - 1st
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
+30
Addition Facts | Digit Fidget Problem Solving | Mental Math
Engage your Kindergarten and 1st graders with these challenges that apply logical reasoning to addition! They are perfect for using mental math skills with tons of addition practice and mathematical thinking! Your kids will be thrilled to practice in a different way as they think, reason, and fidget with the digits to find their answers! So much learning fun! ⭐ You can find the digital version HERE!Perfect for math workshop, extensions, early finishers, morning work, collaborative work, indepen
K - 1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
1.OA.B.3
, 1.OA.C.5
, 1.OA.C.6
+2
Also included in: Addition Facts Digit Fidget | Mental Math | Digital and Printable
Manipulative Math: Subtraction | Flashcards, Visual Worksheets & Word Problems
Help students build a strong understanding of subtraction with this low-prep, hands-on, visual math resource! This pack focuses on single-digit subtraction (within 10) using manipulatives, clear visuals, and simple word problems. Students model each problem with blocks or counters, practice “throw-away” subtraction, and solve equations using visual supports. Perfect for math centers, small groups, intervention, or independent practice. ✔ Uses manipulatives ✔ Visual subtraction models ✔ Thr
PreK - 4th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Numbers
Subtraction Word Problems with Pictures for Special Education Task Box Filler
Does your student have an IEP goal for solving subtraction word problems with differences within 10 using pictures? If so, this subtraction word problem task box activity will help keep children focused and on task by promoting confidence in solving the subtraction word problems through completion with a greater level of independence! WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THIS “Subtraction Word Problems with Pictures” Task Box Filler®?· 56 subtraction word problem task cards for your students to solve· IEP G
K - 3rd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4b
, K.CC.B.5
+4
Also included in: AUTISM EDUCATORS Custom Task Boxes Activities BUNDLE for SHANNON S.
Part-part-whole addition: Partitioning Number Bonds to 20 task cards
🔔Students struggling with their numbers bonds to 20 AND open-ended problem solving? Are you looking for differentiated, part-part-whole partitioning problems linked to the Australian and Victorian Curriculums? This activity is a low-prep way to engage your students when working on number bonds to 10 & 20, fact families and missing addends whilst encouraging student agency and developing their problem solving and reasoning skills! How can you use these part-part-whole addition problems:✅ Use in
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
Tap-and-Count Addition Within 20 Task Card Level 1- Count All
Make math click for your students with this Tap-and-Count Addition Task Cards! Designed for hands-on learners, this resource helps students confidently solve single-digit addition problems (0–9) using a clear, visual counting strategy. Each task card includes counting dots on BOTH numbers, allowing students to touch, count, and add with accuracy. This multisensory approach is perfect for students who struggle with traditional worksheets and need structured, visual math support. ⭐ What’s Incl
K - 3rd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
Also included in: Tap-and-Count Addition within 20 Task Box
Subtraction to 10 Visual Clip Cards Autism Special Education
Subtraction to 10 Visual clip cards for students with autism and special education needs. 30 cards - 10 each of 3 different ways of showing subtraction problems. Your students will use the visuals to help them solve the equations. To prepare- print, cut & laminate. Your students will clip their answers with clothes pegs. You might also like: Subtraction 1-10 Visual WorksheetsShop more Subtraction activities HERE
K - 1st
Basic Operations
Missing Parts - Addition Equations
Missing Parts is an addition puzzle material. Cards begin with easy equations and add in complexity as you move through the deck. Encourage critical thinking and mathematical problem solving! Simply print, laminate, & cut for the perfect math center OR distribute digitally to your students for an online resource!
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Numbers
Number Line Addition 1-20 | First Grade Math Center | Adding within 20
Make addition within 20 fun, visual and hands on with this Number Line Addition Activity! This engaging math center helps students build a strong foundation in addition by using number lines to solve problems within 20. Use the bunny and bee sticks to jump spots on the number lines to add in a tactile component. This resource is perfect for Kindergarten and First grade, supporting students in counting on strategies, number sense and confidence in early math skills!
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
+5
Snap Cube Growing Bundle - 100+ Task Cards - Kindergarten & Grade 1 Math Centers
Hands-on Snap cube activities designed to build key math skills through play! This Growing Bundle Includes 2D & 3D patterns, seasonal task cards, measurement challenges & more. Perfect for STEM bins, math centers, or morning tubs. Supports problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and measurement in a fun, engaging way.✨ What’s Included:✅ 50 2D Pattern Cards – students copy flat designs using cubes, practicing attention to detail and visual-spatial skills.✅ 10 3D Pattern Challenges – extend learning w
PreK - 5th
Basic Operations, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
Kindergarten Mental Math - Fluency to Five Cards and Questions
Counting Spots - Kindergarten Fluency to Five
Kindergarteners need to have computational fluency to 5... what does that REALLY look like?? Are they fluent because they can complete a worksheet??? No, absolutely not! Fluency means MENTAL MATH and flexibility in solving problems.
These questions move the child from needing to see and count dots/objects (concrete learning), to being able to quickly identify the number they see and tell about the combination. This stage develops the mental v
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
K.CC.B.5
, K.OA.A.5
Addition Cards Sums to 10 | Ten Frame Math Center | Andy & Annie Ants | Pre-K &
🐜 Andy & Annie the Ant Addition Cards (Sums to 10) Make early addition fun and engaging with Andy & Annie the Ant Addition Cards! This colorful math resource helps young learners practice addition facts with sums up to 10 using friendly ant characters that make counting and problem-solving exciting. Each card features a simple addition equation and adorable ant characters to help capture student attention. Students use the cards together with ten-frame counting mats to model each addition p
PreK - 1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
+5
Also included in: Bug-tastic Learning Bundle with Gus & Friends (Pre-K & Kindergarten)
Mitten Math: Addition to Subtraction to 10 & Memory Game (Color)
Mitten Math Mix-Ups: Add or Subtract to 10This winter-themed math activity helps young learners practice addition and subtraction using number cards, tally marks, and ten frames. Each mitten shows two numbers from 0–10. Students choose an operation card and an answer-format card, then solve and show the answer in the format selected. Bonus activity the sum or difference can be sorted as either Odd or Even. What’s Included • 36 Mitten cards with number pairs (2 Bonus Cards included) sum greater
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Numbers
Winter Subtraction TASK CARDS with additional Worksheets
❄️ Winter Subtraction – Fun & Engaging Math Practice! ❄️ Make subtraction practice fun and meaningful with this Winter Subtraction activity! Designed for Kindergarten and 1st Grade, this resource helps students build subtraction skills using winter-themed visuals that keep learners engaged during the colder months. Perfect for math centers, small groups, independent work, morning tubs, or homework, this low-prep resource allows students to practice subtracting while strengthening number sens
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations, Numbers
Addition within 20 Math Center | Spring Flower Activity | Hands-on Practice
Make addition practice fun and interactive with this engaging flower-themed matching activity! Perfect for building fluency within 10–20, this resource encourages active learning through visual and hands-on play. What’s included: 🌼 16 flower task cards with addition problems (10–20) 🌿 Matching stems and leaves with the correct answers 📝 1 results recording sheet for students to track their work 🏷️ 2 team templates for fun classroom competitions How it works: Students solve the addition pr
K - 1st
Basic Operations, Calculus, Other (Arts)
Winter/Christmas Addition Write the Room - Scoot - Task Cards
Help your student’s master addition with this winter/Christmas themed addition within 10 task cards. Use this resource 2 different ways as a Write the Room Activity or Scoot Game. This can be used as a fun interactive review and/or assessment of knowledge of addition. Write the Room: Students will walk around the room with their clipboard/whiteboard and recording sheet looking for the addition task cards. Once they find a problem, they write the problem from the card and solve the problem
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
K.CC.B.5
, K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
+1
Winter/Christmas Subtraction Write the Room - Scoot - Task Cards
Help your student’s master subtraction with this winter/Christmas themed subtraction within 10 task cards. Use this resource 2 different ways as a Write the Room Activity or Scoot Game. This can be used as a fun interactive review and/or assessment of knowledge of subtraction. Write the Room Option: Students will walk around the room with their clipboard/whiteboard and recording sheet looking for the subtraction task cards. Once they find a problem, they write the problem from the card and
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
K.CC.B.5
, K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
+1
St. Patrick’s Day Subtraction Within 10 | Kindergarten, Autism, and SPED
👉Help your students build counting skills and independence with this St. Patrick’s Day Subtraction Within 10 Work System, designed specifically for Kindergarten, Special Education, and Autism classrooms. This structured system teaches students to complete math tasks independently using visual supports and predictable routines. Many students quickly learn the routine and are able to complete the system with minimal adult support. Perfect for independent work time, task boxes, math centers, and w
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations
EASTER MATH LOGIC PUZZLES BRAIN TEASERS ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY ADDITION TO 10 CARDS
Challenge your students with these Easter-themed math logic puzzles that go beyond basic equations! Featuring addition to 10, these printable logic task cards focus on critical thinking, not just rote math facts. Each puzzle requires students to interpret clues and use logical reasoning. This fun activity is perfect for high achievers in Kindergarten and 1st / 2nd Grade or as enrichment for learners who need an extra challenge. You'll get 40 Easter-themed task cards designed to build prob
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
K.OA.A.2
, 1.OA.C.6
Nature Math Word Problems Counting Addition Subtraction Hands-on
✨ Nature-Themed Math Word Problems Step into the woods and let math time feel a little more magical! 🌿✨ This Printable Nature-Themed Math Word Problems set turns everyday learning into an adventure — where pinecones, leaves, and acorns help little learners practice counting, adding, and subtracting in the sweetest hands-on way. ✨ Inside your printable PDF, you’ll find: - 24 fun, nature-inspired math story problems -Little nature element cards to move and count -A reusable workspace featuring a
PreK - 1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
Subtraction Task Cards | Touch the Dot Visuals for Scaffolding | 64 Task Cards
Also included inTouch the Dot Math Bundle!Build strong foundational addition skills with these 64 Subtraction Task Cards with Touch the Dot Visuals! Designed to support students as they move from 1:1 correspondence to counting back and finally to numeral-only subtraction, this resource provides scaffolded practice that builds confidence and fluency every step of the way. Each numeral features touch the dot visual cues to help students represent quantity, making it easier for early learn
K - 1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
Winter/Christmas Addition and Subtraction Write the Room - Scoot - Task Cards
Help your student’s master addition and subtraction with this winter/Christmas themed addition and subtraction within 10 task cards. Use this resource 2 different ways as a Write the Room Activity or Scoot Game. This can be used as a fun interactive review and/or assessment of knowledge of addition and subtraction. Write the Room: Students will walk around the room with their clipboard/whiteboard and recording sheet looking for the addition or subtraction task cards. Once they find a prob
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations
CCSS
K.CC.B.5
, K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
+1
Decomposing Numbers to 10 - Part Part Whole Kindergarten - Center Activity
Help young learners build a strong foundation in number sense with these Decomposing Numbers to 10 Activity! Designed to develop critical, foundational skills for early Math Development, these puzzles are engaging and hands-on to allow children to break down numbers into smaller parts to better understand the concept of Part Part Whole in Kindergarten. What's included: ✅ 3 Sets ✅ 16 Number Bond Puzzles per set ✅ 3 recording sheets for students to
K - 1st
Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.OA.A.3
Addition Within 10 Work System SPED | File Folder, Task Cards, Animals
Build early addition skills with this structured animal-themed math work system designed for autism and special education classrooms. Students practice adding objects using visual supports and predictable routines that promote independence during math centers and structured work time. This resource follows the same routine used in the Animal Counting Work System series, helping students transition from counting to addition while working within a familiar structure. The consistent format helps st
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations, Numbers
Also included in: Addition Within 10 MEGA Bundle | SPED Math Work Systems
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