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Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This bundle of word problems features topics needed in 5th grade math. This bundle includes 70 numberless word problem series on a variety of 5th grade problem solving topics.Check out the preview to see a sample of the teacher guide and a question series!Currently included in this bundle are:Joining and

Differentiating between multiplication and division in fraction word problems and correctly applying the algorithm is an important operation and problem solving skill under the Common Core and Texas TEKS. Scaffold student understanding of this difficult skill with an engaging math center activity. Use resource for small group instruction or as an independent student center to help your students master multiplication and division of fractions, including mixed numbers. Google Sheets Virtual Learn

Explore the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions using pattern blocks and these three specially designed activities: building mixed numbers and improper fractions task cards, fractions on a number line activity sheet, and mixed number and improper fraction word problems. Each activity works with the included Pattern Block Mat and uses pattern block manipulatives to represent wholes, halves, thirds, and sixths. An answer key is included for the word problems. This resource

Write and solve one-step equations from real world word problem solving scenarios. Thirty-two rigorous task cards have students practice writing and solving one-step equations with a variety of numbers: integers, fractions, and decimals. The numbers have been selected so that students must use the inverse operation instead of being able to automatically “see” the answer. This activity is designed to be used once students are already familiar with one-step equations and not as an introductory les

Practice integers with seven math centers that cover a range of introductory skills students need to master integer operations. Integer vocabulary, integer modeling with algebra tiles, number lines, and tables, as well as problem solving are practiced in these math centers. Each game includes student instructions and a teacher guide to help you set up your center. Each activity also includes an answer key or an example of possible student work to make grading easy. Included in this collection

Finding TEKS aligned task cards for your sixth grade math class doesn't have to be hard! This set of editable task cards is created specifically for the TEKS. Careful research has been done to make sure that each task card not only aligns to the Texas TEKS but also is similar to the rigor expected on the STAAR test. Each set includes multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions similar to the new STAAR item types. Approximately 30% of the task cards are new item types styles similar t

Practice interpreting multiplication and division word problems with this set of 20 paired task cards. These word problems are written in a purposeful way to teach your students how to differentiate between multiplication or division scenarios. All the questions are with in 4-digit by 1-digit multiplication or 4-digit by 1-digit division. Take a look at the preview to see how the problems are intentional paired with similar scenarios and the same numbers to encourage students to use solid stra

Calculate the area of triangles, parallelograms, and trapezoids with positive rational dimensions with this fun mini golf themed task card set! Make a great math center for your middle school classroom with these 18 holes of golf. Each card has original figures with fraction, decimal, or whole number dimensions with simple and composite shapes. Check out the preview to see if this great activity is right for your classroom!This area task card set includes: •18 area task cards {One for each h

Review TEKS 6.11A about graphing ordered pairs of rational numbers in all four quadrants with this 20-question task card set. This set includes questions about plotting ordered pairs, naming points, and understanding the coordinate plane. Students will plot both positive and negative numbers in all four quadrants of the coordinate grid. The questions have been carefully researched to give them a similarity to the STAAR assessment while providing novel question experiences. This set includes

Learning ratios and proportions takes a lot of practice, and these differentiated task cards have 132 total questions that go with 44 real world and model scenarios. Students write ratios in word form, colon form, fraction form, and decimal form and solve proportional relationships and percent problems. Three levels of questions can be selected randomly by rolling dice or by the teacher with the differentiated dice cards to make the perfect practice for your students. The task cards can also

Master interpreting word problems with addition and subtraction of decimals in joining and removing scenarios with this numberless word problems card set! Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion using joining and removing addition and subtraction s

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over multi-step problem solving and features dividing decimal number by whole numbers or dividing a whole number to a decimal (up to four digit dividends). Included in this set: 10 sequenced problems that pro

This set of three adding and subtracting decimals math centers contains: a modeling decimal addition and subtraction game, strip diagrams showing decimal addition and subtraction, and a set of real world scenario word problems. 100s Grid GameThe game A “Whole” Lot of Decimals uses models and decimal numbers only to the hundredths place. Strip Diagram Task CardsThe strip diagram task cards do not use physical models, but the strip diagram allows students to use this to differentiate between addit

Model and solve equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign using the interactive notebook activity and task cards. The task cards include 12 word problems and 8 model diagram cards. The word problems include a variety of rational numbers: fractions, decimals, and integers. The models use objects and algebra tiles. The interactive notebook materials are a simple to print and cut page for your students to use to solve a word problem in their notebook and model the solution. The

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over multi-step problem solving and features decimal multiplication (up to hundredths place products). Included in this set: 10 sequenced problems that progress from numberless to traditional story problemsa

Practice finding constants of proportionality or scale factor using these fun, monster themed task cards. Students use the task card to create a table, find proportional patterns, and write equations. From this students also write verbal relationship statements. To provide scaffolding for students, three types of Scaffold Cards are included that students can match to the scenario in their task card. The scaffolding comes in three levels: table cards, equation cards, and written relationship

Find rigorous and well-crafted proportionality, ratio, rate, and percent proportions materials that are perfect for your students! Between the resources in this bundle, you will find real-word word problems, strip diagrams (tape models), ratio tables, graphs, and models to help your students fully understand equivalent ratio problems. All 6th Grade ratio and proportion TEKS are addressed in the activities in this bundle. Check out the individual resources in the preview!What's included in this

Review TEKS 6.3C and TEKS 6.3D about adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers fluently as well as modeling integer operations with this 20 question task card set. This set includes questions about all integer operations and modeling integers. The questions have been carefully researched to give them a similarity to the STAAR assessment while providing novel question experiences. This set includes: 14 multiple choice questions6 NEW style questions (similar to what may be available

Practice writing and solving one-step inequalities with this 24-count task card set. This task card set has 16 word problems, 8 balance model cards, a work mat and a recording sheet. The inequalities word problems are real world scenarios using a variety of rational numbers including fractions, decimals, integers, and whole numbers. The activity can be easily differentiated using a set of hint cards and the work mat that guides students with strategies to solve inequalities. Check out the p

Get your rational number unit planning started with this rigorous, yet easy to scaffold, set of resources. Introduce the rational number system and teach positive rational number operations to your 6th grade or 7th grade students. This set includes the following resources: Rational Number System Interactive Notebook Set• The Rational Number System • Whole Numbers • Integers • Rational Numbers • Comparing Rational Numbers • Ordering Rational Numbers • Absolute Value • Opposite Numbers • Fraction