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Tangram Fraction Task Cards Math Centers
Tangram Fraction Task Cards! Foster a concrete understanding of fractions with this engaging, hands-on resource that your students will LOVE! There are 36 different cards in this set, and each one presents a unique, non-routine task. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills, all while developing a deep and solid grasp of fractions. Step away from the algorithms and rules and engage students in a valuable and meaningful way! * 4-inch Tangram sets that are ready t
4th - 8th
Fractions, Geometry
Wood Plank STEM Task Cards Engineering, Math, Sub Plans, KEVA Planks
KEVA Plank STEM challenges are perfect for any elementary classroom, STEM class, makerspace, library, STEM centers, family STEM night, STEM sub plans, and more!These no-prep STEM activities are simple to use, but encourage complex creativity. Just print and play. These STEM building cards can be used for bell ringers, indoor recess, morning work, makerspace time, or STEM lab. Includes:23 Wood Plank STEM Task CardsTeacher InstructionsDesign PagesReflection PageMaterial List: Wood Planks or KEVA
K - 4th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Geometry
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Elementary STEM Emergency Sub Plans MEGA BUNDLE
End of Year Math Project 3rd 4th Grade Quadrilateral Worksheets Classify Polygon
Make end of the year math more engaging, with these zoo themed quadrilateral task card word problems as well as an awesome zoo enclosure geometry / polygon math project that are great for a 3rd grade or 4th grade geometry unit or end of the year math project. Students will think critically to determine the correct polygon for the enclosure shape of various zoo animals on task cards that can be used as an Around The Room, in small group work, or completed whole class. These real life examples hel
3rd - 4th
Geometry, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.G.A.1
, 3.G.A.2
, 4.G.A.2
Building Thinking Classroom Tasks for all 5th Grade Math Standards
If you are incorporating Thinking Classroom into your math block here are 92 individual tasks written for your students to complete for 92 lessons that address the 5th grade math standards. Even if you are not implementing Thinking Classrooms, these tasks are a wonderful way to help your students think about 5th grade math standards 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 cha
5th
Decimals, Fractions, Geometry
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
, 5.MD.B.2
, 5.MD.C.3
+45
Geometry & Measurement Bundle | Grades 4–5 | Inquiry-Based Math Projects
Make geometry and measurement exciting for your IB PYP & inquiry based math classroom! Engage Grades 4–5 with inquiry-based geometry & measurement activities that build problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. This 7-resource bundle saves you over 30% and includes 100+ printable pages of interactive games, task cards, and hands-on projects. Perfect for IB PYP classrooms. Designed with Grades 4 & 5 in mind (fully aligned to CCSS Math Grade 5) and easily adaptable for Grades 4
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Geometry, Math
CCSS
5.G.A.1
, 5.G.A.2
, 5.G.B.3
+1
Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards Mega Bundle | Critical Thinking Grades 3–6
The only math resource your students will need all year long to stretch their math learning.Stop searching for ways to challenge your advanced math students. This Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards Mega Bundle gives you a complete, ready-to-use system for pushing grades 3–6 learners into genuine higher-order mathematical thinking — across every major math domain. How it works: Each task card pairs a grade-level math concept with a Depth & Complexity thinking prompt — so students aren't just sol
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Geometry, Graphing
Math Eureka Squared Task Cards - 1st Grade Module 6 BUNDLE Topic A-F
Set of 144 Task Cards with Answer Keys! Aligned with EUREKA SQUARED 1st Grade Module 6 - Topics A-F!ALL INCLUDED:Module 6 Topic A: Attributes of Shapes: Students will answer multiple choice questions about the attributes of shapes. Module 6 Topic B:Composition of Shapes: Students will match composite shapes with shape descriptions. Module 6 Topic C:Halves and Fourths: Students will determine weather a shape is divided into halves are fourths and equal or non-equal pieces. Module 6 Topic D:Coun
1st
Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry
Shapes Makerspace Activity | Geometry Building Blocks Task Cards | Math & STEM
Looking for Building Blocks Challenge task cards for your Makerspace Lab, classroom, STEM / STEAM lessons, or club? This Build-a-Shape resource includes 24 fun shape-themed Challenges! Your students will love working on their engineering, creativity & problem solving skills as they work on designs using squares, rectangles, pyramids, hexagons, diamonds and more!This activity set was designed with younger students in mind, Kindergarten through Grade 2. Your kiddos will love them! Cards are avail
PreK - 2nd
Engineering, Geometry, Math
CCSS
K.G.A.1
, K.G.B.5
, K.G.B.6
+2
Also included in: Building Block Task Card Bundle STEM STEAM Makerspace Engineering Design
3rd Grade Area Activities | Task Cards, Choice Board & Math Puzzles
🏗️ Turn your students into AREA ARCHITECTS! Looking for a way to move beyond basic area practice and into real problem solving, critical thinking, and mathematical reasoning? This engaging resource combines task cards, choice boards, and logic-based design challenges to help students explore area in a deeper, more meaningful way. Students won’t just find area—they’ll design, test, justify, and prove their thinking through real-world scenarios and constraints. ✨ What’s Included:✔ Area Task
3rd
Basic Operations, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
3.MD.C.5b
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+7
Snap Cubes 2D & 3D Bundle - Task Cards for STEM Bins and Math Centers
This Snap Cubes Bundle includes 50 fun 2D Task cards and 10 3D Challenge cards for Snap Cubes or Math Link Cubes. Children copy and create designs while developing spatial awareness, problem-solving, fine motor skills, and early geometry concepts. Perfect for math centers, independent work, STEM tubs, early finishers, or hands-on learning activities. Just print, build, and play! Free: St Patricks Day task cards
PreK - 4th
Geometry
CCSS
K.G.A.3
NO PREP LEGO STEM Task Cards Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Sub Plans
LEGO STEM challenges are perfect for any elementary classroom, STEM class, makerspace, library, STEM centers, family STEM night, STEM sub plans, and more!These no-prep STEM activities are simple to use, but encourage complex creativity. Just print and play. These STEM building cards can be used for bell ringers, indoor recess, morning work, makerspace time, or STEM lab. Includes:7 Timed LEGO STEM Task Cards20 LEGO Task CardsTeacher InstructionsDesign PagesReflection PageMaterial List: Various L
K - 4th
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Deepen Math Thinking: Fractions, Geometry & Data Depth & Complexity Task Cards
Most math tasks ask students to find the answer. These ask them to think about the answer — and that's where the real learning happens. The Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards Bundle gives you three complete sets of higher-order thinking math tasks covering Fractions, Geometry, and Data & Graphing — all built around the Depth & Complexity framework so students aren't just computing, they're analyzing, reasoning, and making connections. Over 60 thought-provoking task cards across three sets.
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Geometry, Graphing
Math Eureka Squared Task Cards - 3rd Grade Module 6 - Topic C
Set of 24 Task Cards with Answer Key! Aligned with EUREKA SQUARED 3rd Grade Module 6 - Topic C!Module 6 Topic C: Problem Solving with Perimeter: Students will solve perimeter problems. Click HERE to view Grade 3 Module 6 Topic A! Click HERE to view Grade 3 Module 6 Topic B! Click HERE to view Grade 3 Module 6 Topic C! Click HERE to view Grade 3 Module 6 Topic D! Grade 3 Module 6 BUNDLE - Topics A-D! SAVE 20%Grade 3 FULL YEAR BUNDLE - Modules 1-6! SAVE 20%Give MY STORE a follow to be al
3rd
Geometry
CCSS
3.MD.D.8
Also included in: Math Eureka Squared Task Cards - 3rd Grade Module 6 BUNDLE Topic A-D
Which One Doesn’t Belong? Math Bundle | Perimeter, Area, and Volume Task Cards
✨ Stop wasting time hunting for meaningful math challenges—this Which One Doesn’t Belong? Math Bundle has everything you need to engage students in deep thinking about perimeter, area, and volume!This bundle of task cards and extension activities helps students build conceptual understanding of measurement while encouraging higher-order reasoning. With perimeter, area, and volume WODB challenges at their fingertips, teachers can spark rich math discussions, address misconceptions, and push st
3rd - 5th
Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+13
Second Grade Problems of the Week | CCSS-Aligned Math Challenges | Year-Long
Build strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking in your 2nd graders with 40 engaging, standards-based math challenges—one for every week of the school year! These problems go beyond basic practice, encouraging students to explain their reasoning using numbers, pictures, and words while tackling real-world scenarios across all major math strands. Aligned to Common Core State Standards for 2nd grade, this resource covers: Operations & Algebraic Thinking (OA) – Addition, subtraction,
2nd - 4th
Geometry, Measurement, Numbers
CCSS
2.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.A.2
, 2.MD.A.3
+33
Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards – Geometry, Data & Graphing
Are you looking for a way to push your students' mathematical thinking beyond basic computation? Transform your math instruction with the **Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards – Geometry, Data & Graphing**! This comprehensive resource is designed to ignite critical thinking and problem-solving skills, saving you valuable time while deeply engaging your students. It’s the perfect solution for fostering advanced mathematical reasoning in your classroom. ✨ What's Included: 72 Depth & Complexity Math
3rd - 6th
Geometry, Graphing, Measurement
Lincoln Logs Task Cards: Making 2D Shapes FREEBIE: Kindergarten/Year 1 Math
This FREE download consists of 16 construction task cards and children will love the challenge of building the various 2D shapes using Wooden Logs such as Lincoln Logs. This would make an ideal independent activity or morning center for a Kindergarten, Prep or Year 1 class. This is an excellent task to develop: Problem solving and reasoning skillsMathematical language Mathematical understanding – geometry, size, space etc. Print in color (8 pages/16 cards). Laminate and re-use! You
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.G.A.2
, K.G.B.4
, K.G.B.5
+1
Volume Problem Solving Review Task Cards: Cubes & Rectangular Pyramids
Two-Sided Problems Solving Task Cards provide an effective approach to independent practice and reteach that is necessary for mastery. The 9 levels of task cards progress in rigor from basic problems to rigorous multi step problems. They have been used to successfully prepare struggling students for the difficult state assessment test and to provide GATE students with the rigor needed. With the word problem on one side and step by step problem solving directions on the other, students are able t
5th - 9th
Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.2
, 7.G.B.6
Popsicle Stick Activities – Hands-On Math & Fine Motor Practice
These popsicle stick design cards will help your students develop visual discrimination skills by focusing on color, orientation, and position to recreate each design using real popsicle sticks. Students will use popsicle sticks and pompoms to recreate and complete symmetrical patterns, developing visual discrimination and symmetry recognition in a fun way. What’s Included:12 Pattern Design Cards6 Symmetry Mats (Popsicle Sticks Only)6 Symmetry Mats (Popsicle Sticks & Pompoms) Perfect for: Math
K - 2nd
Geometry, Other (Math)
Perimeter Task Cards Geometry Problem Solving
This is a set of 16 task cards that require students to add fractions and decimals to find the perimeter of regular and irregular shapes. Many of the shapes have unlabeled sides and require the students to use problem solving skills to find the missing dimensions. The cards that include fractions are all like denominators, but many involve simplifying or regrouping. The cards that use metric measurements include some that are labeled with decimals.
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4th - 6th
Geometry, Math
Volume Problem Solving Review Task Cards: Cones & Cylinders
Volume Problem Solving Review Task Cards: Cones & Cylinders Two-Sided Problems Solving Task Cards provide an effective approach to independent practice and reteach that is necessary for mastery. The 9 levels of task cards progress in rigor from basic problems to rigorous multi step problems. They have been used to successfully prepare struggling students for the difficult state assessment test and to provide GATE students with the rigor needed. With the word problem on one side and step by ste
6th - 11th
Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
8.G.C.9
, HSG-GMD.A.2
, HSG-GMD.A.3
+1
6th Grade Measurement Editable Bell Ringers: 24 Real-World Warm-Ups
Tired of scrambling for engaging math activities to get your 6th graders focused? My students really enjoy these real-world measurement warm-ups to help bring math to life! What's Included: 24 bell-ringersAnswer KeyWhy You'll Love This:Kickstart your math lessons with engaging morning workEngage students in math talks and foster classroom discourseDifferentiate for your wide range of learners with no-prep involvedIgnite mathematical reasoning by focusing on problem-solving and integrating real-w
6th
Geometry, Measurement, Numbers
8th Grade Measurement Editable Bell Ringers: 24 Real-World Warm-Ups
Tired of scrambling for engaging math activities to get your 8th graders focused? My students really enjoy these real-world measurement warm-ups to help bring math to life! What's Included: 24 bell-ringersAnswer KeyWhy You'll Love This:Kickstart your math lessons with engaging morning workEngage students in math talks and foster classroom discourseDifferentiate for your wide range of learners with no-prep involvedIgnite mathematical reasoning by focusing on problem-solving and integrating real-w
8th
Geometry, Measurement, Numbers
7th Grade Measurement Editable Bell Ringers: 24 Real-World Warm-Ups
Tired of scrambling for engaging math activities to get your 7th graders focused? My students really enjoy these real-world measurement warm-ups to help bring math to life! What's Included: 24 bell-ringersAnswer KeyWhy You'll Love This:Kickstart your math lessons with engaging morning workEngage students in math talks and foster classroom discourseDifferentiate for your wide range of learners with no-prep involvedIgnite mathematical reasoning by focusing on problem-solving and integrating real-w
7th
Geometry, Measurement, Numbers
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