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These task cards were created to support standard 5.OA.2, writing and interpreting numerical expression; the task cards also vertically support standard 6.EE.2.a. Simply print on card stock, laminate (for use for many years to come), and cut out. Perfect for small groups, math workshop, support, and end of grade test review. This set includes: 24 task cards {16 task cards of writing numerical expressions from word expressions and 8 task cards of interpreting numerical expressions into word ex

Bring learning to life with these US Coin Sorting Mats! There are a variety of uses for these mats, including the foundational skill of identifying coins and recalling their value. Students can use real coins, plastic coins, or use the coin set included in the file. There are 3 coin sorting mats: By identification (heads and tails)By value in cents -- using the cents symbolBy value in cents/dollars -- using the dollar signEach template has an option for total coins and valueHow to use in the

A number bond is a tool used to build foundational math skills, such as ten combinations, fact families, and part, part, whole operations. Number bonds have become a staple in elementary math classrooms because they represent the relationship of a number and the parts that are combined to make it. For this reason, number bonds are imperative in early school years so students can explore how numbers work. These templates are multi-use and can be used for all elementary grade levels. Build fluen

The perfect supplemental set for instruction, math workshop, and small group support for numbers and place value. Print, laminate, and use for many years to come! This set includes problems for introduction, practice, and assessment. Each part has 4 problems, which include a variety of word problems. There are a variety of problems with graphics and visual representations. The problems are directly aligned with CC standard 5.NBT.1 and/or the skill of understanding the value of a digit and it

Use this organizer to build numbers in expanded form, word form, base tens, and determine the value of each digit. This can be used to support a lesson, during a task-based activity, math workshop, and to model building a number. The organizer is designed as a half-page so there are two organizers per page. Download is in Word format so you can edit the boxes and/or enter a number of choice. Check out these place value mats that can be used from kindergarten to middle school, here: https://

Students really enjoy this addition and subtraction activity! Support students' learning with an engaging learning activity. Students solve the expressions and then line up the sum or difference with the correct expression. This can be utilized to support a lesson and/or during math workshop. The letter key allows the teacher to quickly glance at the student's work to check for accuracy. The mystery square can be solved individually, with a partner, or in small groups. Please note: Answer k

These Place Value Mats are great resources for your elementary classroom! The mats can be laminated and used during small groups, support, and guided lessons. The mats can also be used in conjunction with counters, cubes, base-ten blocks, and various other manipulatives. This learning tool is also a great instructional tool when modeling addition and subtraction of multi-digit numbers. The mats are perfect for kindergarten through sixth grade, as there are 15 versions of the following templat

Do you want to become more organized? Download these Common Core Math labels and organize your daily resources and activities in file folders. The labels are color-coded by standard for easy identification. You will need one full page of Avery Address Labels, 30 labels per sheet.