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Logic Puzzles 3rd Grade Math Enrichment Puzzles Games Problem Solving Activities
Brain Teaser Higher Level Thinking Enrichment Logic Puzzles 3rd Grade Math Engaging, hands-on, DIGITAL and PRINTABLE critical thinking and problem-solving math logic puzzle center activities. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make these activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! Give your students fun activities to discover how to problem solve by exploring it on their own using these pig theme math brain teaser tasks. Students will love problem solving as they us
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Customary Measurement Conversion Word Problems Weight and Capacity Task Cards
Put your students to work solving the Farmers' Market Capacity and Weight Word Problems! Farmer Wayne and Jane are headed to the market with their farm goods. Unfortunately, they packaged all their fruits, vegetables, jams, jellies, and milk in containers of one size. Customers want to buy goods in different sizes and amounts. Farmer Wayne and Jane need your students to help to make sure customers get the amount they want to buy. Included in Customary Conversions Measurement Task Cards:✔ 8 basi
4th - 6th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
2nd Grade Money Slides & Task Cards Daily Problem Solving Math Review Warm Ups
Struggling to find meaningful money practice that actually builds understanding and not just coin counting? These Money Math Warm-Ups for 2nd Grade help students develop problem-solving skills, counting coins fluency, and making change through engaging daily challenges. This resource includes money math problems designed to stretch student thinking and build a strong math mindset. Students work through a variety of counting money activities, money word problems, and reasoning tasks that go
2nd - 3rd
Math
CCSS
2.MD.C.7
, 3.MD.A.1
, MP1
+3
Christmas Puzzles 2nd 3rd Grade Math Enrichment Puzzles Games Problem Solving
Christmas Brain Teasers Higher Level Thinking Enrichment Logic Puzzles 2nd and 3rd Grade - Engaging, hands-on, DIGITAL and PRINTABLE critical thinking and December Christmas problem-solving math logic puzzles and center activities. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make these Christmas Math Enrichment activities perfect for centers or substitute days, too! Give your students fun December activities to discover how to problem solve by exploring it on their own using these Christ
2nd - 3rd
Applied Math, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
Already Done! Tasks for IEP Work Bins- Sorting Colors (Autism & Special Ed.)
Already Done! Tasks for IEP Work Bins- Sorting Colors Edition from Autism Classroom. Just print, laminate, add velcro and teach. *For best results, print only the slides you want to use.* This set includes: -6 highlighted colors (red, orange, yellow, blue, green and purple) -real photographs of the colors - work mats to sort 2 colors without the options on the same sheet -work mats to sort 2 colors with the options on the same sheet - work mats to sort 4 colors without the options on the sa
PreK - 1st
Other (Math)
Also included in: Already Done! Task Boxes for IEP Work Bins- BUNDLE
Problem Solving Math Questions Grade 2
20 challenging Problem Solving tasks that are no prep ready to print and give straight to your students. Perfect for extension and enrichment for gifted and talented and high ability students. These activities engage students to develop problem solving skills and use critical thinking. These tasks are for 2nd Grade / Year 2 but may depend on student ability. Click HERE for the Seesaw and Printable Version (***If you have the Seesaw Version you do not need to purchase this product***)How Can it
2nd
Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Place Value Riddles to 1000 - 4 Digit Place Value Word Problems 2nd 3rd Grade
Place Value Riddles to 1000 - 4 Digit Place Value Word Problems 2nd 3rd Grade These place value riddles include multiple type questions that can be used with whole class lessons, math centers, bell ringers, and small groups. These DIGITAL and PRINTABLE 4-digit place value word problems to 1,000 riddles are critical thinking and problem-solving skill activities your students will love solving! These place value riddles/logic puzzles CANNOT be solved until ALL clues are worked and cover the fo
2nd - 4th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS
3.MD.C.7a
, 3.MD.D.8
, 2.NBT.B.5
+18
Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles 2nd & 3rd Grade Problem Solving Enrichment Games
Build critical thinking and problem skills with these Fall Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles. 2nd and 3rd grade students will problem solve using 20 DIGITAL and PRINTALBE Thanksgiving logic puzzles that teach them to think analytically and outside the box. Students will love using these Thanksgiving Theme Logic Puzzles for: morning math enrichment activitiesmath center activitiesearly finishers workextra creditgame daysThanksgiving party activitiesNovember centersThanksgiving Brain Teasers Includes:20
2nd - 4th
Applied Math, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+4
Matchstick Logic Puzzles for Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Matchstick Logic PuzzlesProblem Solving and Critical Thinking This hands on, manipulative activity was designed for students to develop their problem solving and critical thinking skills by considering the instructions given to move, remove or add matchsticks to create a new structure. Coming in both a printable task card or digital format, you can decide what works best for your students. It is a great addition to the math classroom and can be used in a variety of ways. These task cards work we
3rd - 6th
Math
Problem Solving Math Questions Grade 3
20 challenging Problem Solving tasks that are no prep ready to print and give straight to your students. Perfect for extension and enrichment for gifted and talented and high ability students. These activities engage students to develop problem solving skills and use critical thinking. These tasks are for 3rd Grade / Year 3 but may depend on student ability. Click HERE for the Seesaw and Printable Version (***If you have the Seesaw Version you do not need to purchase this product***)How Can it
3rd
Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Problem Solving Math Questions Grade 1 with answers
20 challenging Problem Solving tasks that are no prep ready to print and give straight to your students. Perfect for extension and enrichment for gifted and talented and high ability students. These activities engage students to develop problem solving skills and use critical thinking. These tasks are for 1st Grade / Year 1 but may depend on student ability. Click HERE for the Seesaw and Printable Version (***If you have the Seesaw Version you do not need to purchase this product***)How Can it
1st
Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Mental Math Task Cards | Number Sense, Problem Solving & Enrichment | Grades 3–6
Engage your students with high-level mental math task cards designed to build number sense, problem solving, and flexible thinking, not just answers. These mental math task cards for grades 3 to 6 include multi-step, sequential challenges that require students to think critically, apply real-world math knowledge, and use efficient strategies. Each step builds on the last, strengthening working memory, number flexibility, and reasoning skills. This resource is ideal for advanced, gifted, and twic
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.6
+6
Multiplication Practice Card Sort: Meaningful Task for Partner Work & Math Talk
Are your students mixing up rows and columns? Adding instead of multiplying?Get all of of that cleared up with these 10 thoughtful no prep puzzles to bring all of your lessons on multiplication together, connecting all different representations! This no prep multiplication card sort is perfect for fast finishers who need math enrichment activities and problem solving opportunities. Students will deepen their understanding of multiplication by working with arrays, equal groups, and repeated add
2nd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.A.3
+5
Food LEGO STEM Task Cards Morning Work, Brain Breaks, Bell Ringers
Food LEGO Puzzles turn hands-on building into a playful way to strengthen early problem-solving skills.Designed to keep kids engaged as they build food-themed puzzle models, these task cards encourage focus, visual thinking, and creative confidence through simple, satisfying STEM challenges.Each card guides learners through a build the puzzle prompt using LEGO-style bricks, making it easy to combine structured learning with open-ended play.Whether used in the classroom, at home, or in a learning
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Space LEGO STEM Task Cards Morning Work, Brain Breaks, Bell Ringers
Space LEGO Puzzles make hands-on learning feel like a mission students will want to complete. With a space theme and LEGO-style building challenges, this resource helps bring STEM practice into your classroom in a way that feels playful, purposeful, and easy to use. These STEM task cards are designed to get students building, thinking, and problem-solving through space-themed LEGO puzzle challenges. They are a great fit for centers, early finishers, STEM tubs, small groups, or enrichment time,
K - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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
Comparison Problem Situations Task Cards: Differentiated Problem Solving & Key
Mastering comparison problem situations can be a hurdle for many students. This comprehensive set of Comparison Task Cards is designed to bridge the gap between conceptual understanding and numerical fluency. By offering tiered complexity, this resource allows you to meet every learner where they are—whether they are working with basic comparisons or complex multi-step numerical situations. The included mathematical word bank empowers students to articulate their reasoning using precise academi
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
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
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
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
Multiplication Digit Fidget | Problem Solving | 2 Digit by 1 Digit Mental Math
Engage your 3rd and 4th graders with these multiplication challenges that apply logical reasoning to multiplication. They are perfect for using mental math skills with tons of multiplication practice and mathematical thinking! Your kids will be thrilled to practice multiplication in a different way as they think, reason, and fidget with the digits! So much learning fun! You can find the DIGITAL VERSION HERE!Perfect for math workshop, extensions, early finishers, morning work, collaborative work
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 4.OA.A.1
Maths Brainbusters (Problem Solving)
This product contains 10 brainbusters cards to challenge children! Each card also contains an 'Extra challenge' for differentiation. (20 Maths problems in total) An answer sheet is also included. This could be done as a whole class problem solving activity, an early finisher activity to challenge children or as a group activity. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
5th - 8th
Mental Math, Other (Math)
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
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