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Problem-Solving Strategy: Write an Equation

For Students 6th - 8th
In this problem solving strategy activity, students practice writing equations as they respond to 4 questions that enable them to solve 2 word problems.
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Problem-Solving Strategy: Make a Table - Reteach

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math tables worksheet, learners read the word problem to understand the information. Students then picture the information in the table. Learners use the table to help them solve the problem. Students then make a table to help...
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Online video games plus curriculum-based math equals an engaging educational tool.

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders use online math games to practice understanding the skill of estimation and order of operations. In this lesson, 7th graders use the internet to play online games to strengthen their understanding of these skills. 
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Second Grade Math Problem Solving

For Students 2nd
In this second grade math problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders draw pictures to solve three addition and subtraction problems.
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Dragon Math

For Teachers K - 2nd
Learners engage in a activity which provides a fun way to increase a student's ability to combine and separate numbers to form landmarks. They access a game online and play in pairs.
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Simply Radical

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Simplifying is radical, dude! After reviewing how to simplify square roots of whole numbers, scholars consider how to simplify square roots of algebraic monomials. Also taken under consideration is how to simplify cube roots of whole...
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Problem Solving Strategies: Patterns

For Students 9th - 11th
What's next in the series? Mathematicians study figures, graphs, and statements to determine what comes next in this patterns activity. They experiment with a multiplication chart and draw their own figures to continue specific patterns....
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Problem Solving Strategy: Guess & Check

For Students 5th - 6th
In this problem solving worksheet, students solve 11 different problems that include using the guess and check method to solve each one. First, they use the chart to figure out the number of and types of pets each person has. Then,...
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Problem Solving Strategy for Multi-step Math Problems

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders analyze mathematical word problems and interpret the words into mathematical equations. Individuals demonstrate their knowledge of the order of operations both verbally and through written expression.
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Factoring: A General Strategy

For Teachers 8th - 9th
In this algebra worksheet, students factor 10 polynomial expressions. Problems involve several approaches to factoring, including factoring out common elements by grouping, factoring the difference of two squares, and factoring the sum...
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Properties of Operations as Strategies

For Students 4th - 7th
Which property is shown? Scholars examine 10 multiplication equations to determine which property each displays. The properties aren't written for them, so this is a little more challenging. There are no numbers over 12 here. 
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Math Match Up!

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Help learners solve problems using multiplication and repeated addition. Using counters, learners will be paired up to solve problems. They will go through a series of questions and show models with the counters for the solution. Then...
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Chess Math

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars review angles. In this geometry lesson, students become chess players on a floor chess board. When they make a move, they need to identify the angle of their movement. In the lesson plan it says the "degree" of the angle,...
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Dance and Math

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine human body movements by measuring the choreography of a dance.  In this physical education lesson, 2nd graders participate in a creative dance which is based on specific movements of each limb, which students...
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Mathematics

For Students 2nd - 4th
Three word problems prompt young learners to review their test-taking skills. Each problem provides five possible answers, allowing kids to use the most efficient strategy when solving for the answer.
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The Yo-Yo Problem

For Teachers 9th - 12th
What do yo-yos and pennies have to do with linear equations? Learn about writing and solving linear equations while considering the Yo-Yo Problem and Penny Pattern Exploration from the High School Math Project. Learners utilize algebra...
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7th Grade Math: Algebra (Distributive Property)

For Teachers 7th
With algebra tiles in hand 7th graders will uncover the wonders of the distributive property of multiplication. They will take a pre-test, define the distributive property, then model and practice using their tiles to solve basic...
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Problem Solving: Guess and Check practice 21.5

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this problem solving learning exercise, students observe a Lunch Menu table to use and apply the guess and check strategy to answer consumer problems. Students solve four problems.
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Dividing by 3's

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders review and practice strategies for solving division problems. In this division by 3's lesson, 3rd graders play games, use an interactive whiteboard, create flashcards, and solve word problems. 
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Check Mate

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students share opinions about the goals and strategies of the games they play. They investigate the World Chess Championship by reading and discussion the article "In Major League of Chess, Next Year Comes So Soon." Students study the...
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Problem-Solving Decisions: Choose the Operation

For Students 5th - 6th
In this problem solving worksheet, students read a story problem about the temperature at different altitudes. Students fill out an organization chart to understand the problem, plan a strategy, and then solve it.
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Integrating Language Arts and Math

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Here are simple ideas to integrate math and language arts skills.
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Problem-Solving Strategy: Make a Table

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this problem solving strategy worksheet, students read a word problem and make a table to help solve it. Students then answer 2 additional questions. Answers included on page 2.
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Stand Up for Math

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students apply basic or advanced mathematical skills while working cooperatively with other students to solve problems. They demonstrate comprehension of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and or division with a strategy that...

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