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Fun Calculator Math Riddles 4th 5th 6th Grade Math Games and Review Activities
Make math fun with these end of year math activities! Students use calculators to solve problems and reveal hidden math riddles, building computation skills while staying engaged with this interactive, low-prep resource. This low-prep resource helps students strengthen computation skills and problem solving while staying motivated through puzzle-based learning. Do you remember typing numbers into a calculator and flipping it over to see a word? Maybe you typed in 0.7734 to see “HELLO”? Now yo
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals
4.NBT.4 FREE Multi-Digit Addition {Math Task Cards & Digital Learning}
Do your students need practice adding large numbers? This product contains 32 task cards (print & digital options are both available) that can be used during small group instruction or as part of a game based center. Problems are printed sideways so that students are forced to line up the digits in the correct place. 25% of the problems include a 3-digit number. The rest are 4-digit numbers. An answer sheet for students and a key are both included. Cards can be printed in color or black line
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
1st Grade Fairy Tales Math Literacy ELA Centers Learning Activities Task Boxes
First Grade math and literacy centers in a cute Fairy Tale theme! Grab these adorable, hands on math and literacy centers for your 1st grade learners. This set includes 16 task box activities that are fun and engaging for little learners. 1st grade centers are perfect for bell ringers, centers, stations, small group, partner work and morning work. Centers included: Land of Oz – beginning sounds mysteries Lil Red – diagraphs ch & sh Under the Sea – word families Snow Queen – synonyms & antonym
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS
1.MD.B.3
, 1.NBT.A.1
, 1.NBT.B.2
+13
2nd Grade Problem Solving Math Journal-Operations and Algebraic (Differentiated)
25 pages of differentiated problem solving tasks aligned to the Common Core standards! These are the math tasks that you have been looking for to help you teach Operations and Algebraic Thinking via problem solving. This type of inquiry based learning is perfect for the teacher who wants to help students construct a deep understanding of mathematical ideas and processes by engaging them in doing mathematics. These problems are perfect to use with math journals or interactive notebooks. Did I men
2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.OA.A.1
, 2.OA.B.2
, 2.OA.C.3
+1
Kindergarten Addition Math Center | Cozy Cocoa Counting| Activity | Adding
Warm up your winter math centers with this Cozy Cocoa Counting Café! ☕❄️ This hands-on, differentiated addition activity invites your students to become little baristas as they count, add, and serve cozy treats and beverages. Perfect for kindergarten and pre-K learners, this engaging math center builds number sense, addition fluency, and problem-solving skills through play-based learning. Students will love using the Cozy Café Menu, Serving Tray Mats, and Order Up Cards to “take orders,” co
PreK - 1st
Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+2
Project Based Learning Addition Subtraction Word Problem Assessment Coloring
These are fun coloring worksheets on 2-digit addition and subtraction with & without regrouping. It is a mystery picture activity that's great for quick assessment, practice, or homework. To use, just let them follow these steps: 1. Answer all the math problems 2. Match the answers to the choices provided. With this, they will know the color assigned to each letter 3. Color the squares on the grid to uncover the mystery pictures *** This packet is a subset of Addition and Subtraction Word
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Numbers and Operations - Problem Based Learning Project
This activity makes a great independent project or center at the conclusion of the numbers and operations unit standards. It includes place value, addition, subtraction, and using place value concepts to find mystery numbers.
2nd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
Base 10 Blocks Mystery Picture | Place Value | Boom Cards Distance Learning
PLACE VALUE MYSTERY PICTURE SOLVE IT, DRAG IT and FEED ITBASE 10 BLOCKSDOUBLE DIGIT NUMBERSBOOM CARDS DISTANCE LEARNINGStudents take a look at the Base ten blocks problem the animal is saying and then drag and drop the correct place value answer to the animals mouth, to feed the animal. A great way to practice base ten blocks and numbers, number sense and build their number knowledge for that important place value. This Digital Boom deck is NO PREP, PAPERLESS and SELF-MARKING. Can be used for
K - 3rd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Place Value
Math Whole Number Assessments Bundle - Printable & Self-Checking Digital Tests
Three tests provide fourth and fifth grade whole number assessment throughout the year. Problems address numbers in base ten standards that ask students to write, compare, round, add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Grab this bundle to inform your math instruction! Open the previews to take a closer look. Each assessment includes 20 parallel math questions. You can use them to collect data at the beginning, middle, and end of the year; as test prep; or for practice. Problems are available in fou
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
+2
Measuring Area with Square Units Bundle Pet Shop Math Centers/Tasks grades 2-3
Pet Shop Area Bundle | Measuring Area with Square Units (Grades 2–3) Make teaching area with square units hands-on, engaging, and easy to differentiate with this Pet Shop–themed math bundle for Grades 2–3. This bundle includes three coordinated area resources that help students understand area as the amount of space a shape covers by tiling and counting square units—with no gaps or overlaps. Students measure pet spaces, rotate through engaging task cards, and solve a real-world problem-solvi
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Measurement, Numbers
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
+1
4.OA.2 Multiplication & Division Concepts {Math Task Cards & Digital Learning}
Challenge your students to use their multiplication & division skills to solve these critical thinking word problems & challenge problems focused on crucial number sense concepts. This product contains 36 printable & digital task cards that can be quickly printed for a small group or gamed-based center to help students understand multiplication & division. An answer sheet for students and a key are both included. The cards look great in color, but can be printed in gray scale (on colored
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.OA.A.1
, 4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
Building Thinking Classrooms Tasks for 5th Grade - Numbers in Base Ten
If you are incorporating Thinking Classroom into your math block here are 22 individual tasks written for your students to complete for 22 lessons that address the Numbers in Base 10 standard. Even if you are not implementing Thinking Classrooms, these tasks are a wonderful way to help your students think about numbers in base ten concepts in a deeper way and to collaborate and discuss these concepts before they complete their independent practice with that concept. These math tasks have chang
5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.A.2
, 5.NBT.A.3
+6
Also included in: Building Thinking Classroom Tasks for all 5th Grade Math Standards
4.NBT Number and Operations in Base Ten Bundle Fourth Grade Math Centers
This is a bundle of the Common Core NBT standards math station activities. It includes place value, rounding, comparing numbers, addition, subtraction, subtracting across zero, multiplication and division. Many of the activities are self checking puzzles and all are highly engaging. The activities have been tested in my own room, students love the activities and beg to do math centers with them. 372 problemsAnswer Sheets for teachers and work pages for studentsLow Prep and High EngagementEasy
4th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.A.3
+3
2nd Grade Base 10 Math Review - Add & Subtract BUNDLE | Digital & Interactive
This is a BUNDLE of addition & subtraction digital task cards! These interactive task cards have moveable Base 10 Blocks for every problem. These cards are a fun and engaging way for your students to practice their addition & subtraction skills! This bundle includes problems with & without regrouping. SAVE 30% off the total value of these task cards by buying the bundle! You can easily upload the Google Slides versions of these task cards to Google Classroom, so your students can each have
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
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
Grocery Store Math Adding and Subtracting Decimals Word Problems
Grocery Store Math: Adding and Subtracting Decimals Word ProblemsDifferentiated Decimal Task Cards | Grades 4–6Give your students real-world decimal money word problems they'll actually connect with — and save yourself the prep time while you're at it. These Differentiated Decimal Task Cards use a grocery store shopping theme to make decimal addition and subtraction feel purposeful and concrete. Perfect for math centers, early finishers, small group instruction, or homework, this resource fits n
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, For All Subjects, Money Math
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 5.MD.A.1
, 4.NBT.B.4
+14
Plan a Vacation Math Project | 2nd & 3rd Grade Money & Budgeting PBL
Make money math meaningful with this engaging 2nd & 3rd Grade Vacation Budget Project! Students plan a pretend vacation while practicing real-world math skills like adding costs, subtracting from a budget, comparing prices, choosing affordable options, and explaining their final decision. This project is designed for lower elementary students, so the tasks are simple, visual, and age-appropriate. Students will choose a vacation budget, pick a destination, choose transportation, compare lodging
1st - 4th
Basic Operations, Financial Literacy, Money Math
Fractions Error Analysis | Math Centers | 3rd–5th Grade | Arctic Survival
Arctic Survival Mission Simulation | Fractions Error Analysis | Grades 3–5Turn fraction practice into a story-based survival challenge where students think, analyze, and make decisions. In this resource, students don’t just solve problems, they evaluate two solutions in each challenge, identify the correct one, and explain the mistake in the incorrect one. What Makes This Resource Different (3-in-1)This is not a typical worksheet. It combines: Fractions Practice – adding, comparing, and interp
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Fractions
Also included in: Fractions Error Analysis Bundle | Story-Based Math Mission | Grades 3-5
Fractions Error Analysis 3rd 4th 5th Grade | Math Centers | Mars Mission
Mars Survival Mission Simulation | Fractions Error Analysis | Grades 3–5Turn fraction practice into a story-based survival challenge where students think, analyze, and make decisions. In this resource , students don’t just solve problems—they evaluate two solutions in each challenge, identify the correct one, and explain the mistake in the incorrect one. What Makes This Resource Different (3-in-1)This is not a typical worksheet. It combines: Fractions Practice – adding, comparing, and interpret
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Fractions
Also included in: Fractions Error Analysis Bundle | Story-Based Math Mission | Grades 3-5
Elapsed Time Task Cards -- Real Life Math -- 3rd & 4th Grades -- Math Centers
Elapsed Time Task Cards -- Don't you just love it when your students can connect math to REAL-LIFE situations? If you’ve ever told your students, “You’ll use this in real life one day!” — this is that day. Students will look at cell phone task cards to determine elapsed time. These Elapsed Time Task Cards with Cell Phone Reminders turn a tricky math skill into something students instantly recognize and care about. Instead of abstract clock problems, they’re solving real-life scenarios pulled
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Measurement, Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
Base Rate Percent Task Cards | Percent Practice | Differentiated Math Centers
Struggling to teach base, rate, and percent? These 20 differentiated task cards are designed to help students build confidence and master percent concepts step-by-step! Perfect for math centers, small group instruction, intervention, or independent practice, this resource supports a range of learners with scaffolded problems and clear structure. ✨ What’s Included: 20 task cards (varying levels of difficulty) - scaffolded Student-friendly layout for easy understanding Mix of problem types (id
5th - 6th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Other (Math)
Division Math Centers Bundle 3rd Grade Equal Groups Arrays Problem Solving Facts
Take your math stations to the next level with this Division Math Centers Bundle! Packed with five engaging, hands-on activities, this bundle is perfect for helping 3rd-grade students master division facts and concepts up to 12. Whether used for independent practice, small group instruction, or math rotations, these centers make learning division meaningful, visual, and fun! Designed for 3rd graders but also great for 2nd and 4th graders as review or enrichment, this bundle helps students bui
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.6
, 3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.C.7
Virginia SOL Math 1st Grade Worksheets Task Cards Add/Subtract 20 VA SOL 1.6
This is a set of 25 numbered (and repeated unlabeled/un-numbered) task cards with 25 different 1st grade math problems, aligned to Mathematics Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2016) VA SOL 1.6. These problems require the student to create and solve single-step story problems using addition and subtraction within 20. An answer key, as well as a blank answer sheet, are also provided, as well as two posters for the Virginia standard. There are six worksheets for students to gene
1st
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
Valentine’s Day Task Card Bundle | Comprehension, Math & Grammar | 2nd–3rd Grade
Make February easy and engaging with this Valentine’s Day Task Card Bundle for 2nd–3rd Grade! This bundle includes 72 total task cards across reading comprehension, math word problems, and grammar skills—everything you need for fun, skill-based Valentine’s Day learning. ✨ This bundle includes: ❤️ Reading Comprehension Task Cards💝 Math Word Problem Task Cards💌 Grammar & Language Task Cards✔️ Answer keys for all setsPerfect for: Literacy & math centersSmall groups & interventionEarly finisher
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, Grammar, Reading
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