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Building a Paper Bridge: an Introduction To Problem Solving

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore problem solving strategies to build a paper bridge with a partner. As a class they discuss a variety of techniques to solve a simple problem, then in pairs construct the longest non-supported single span bridge...
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Use Proportions - Problem Solving 17.5

For Students 6th
In this proportions worksheet, 6th graders use the problem solving steps of understand, plan, solve and look back to solve a story problem using proportions.
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Making a Quilt: Multiplication

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore their multiplication skills. They will use their problem solving skills to solve an everyday math problem that requires them to multiply numbers. This lesson incorporates the use a video titled "Blossom and Snappy...
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Solving Math Problems In the Real World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upper elementary and middles schoolers discuss and solve real world applications of math. They use formulas for volume and percents to answer real world questions. In the second part of the lesson, groups write and solve word problems....
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Solving Systems of Equations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students, using algebraic operations, solve and check linear equations. At the beginning of class, they write a paragraph comparing the solving of math problems to solving real life problems. Students observe solving systems of two...
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Problem Solving - Use a Formula 21.7

For Students 4th - 5th
In this formula worksheet, students complete a graphic organizer, answering the questions relating to: understand, plan, solve, look back. Students solve 2 problems. Houghton Mifflin test is referenced.
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Leveled Problem Solving: Area of a Parallelogram

For Students 6th - 8th
Use this area of parallelogram worksheet to have learners solve the word problems by finding the area for the parallelograms in the six word problems.
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Virginia Department of Education

The Exercise Fields

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Horses need exercise, too. Scholars create linear equations to model the perimeter of exercise fields for horses. They finish by solving their equations for the length and width of the fields.
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Metric Units of Capacity - Problem Solving 12.8

For Students 5th - 6th
In this units of capacity worksheet, students read the word problems and solve the problems finding the metric units of capacity for each. In the 'use data' problem, students use the recipe to help them solve the problem.
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Add 10: Problem Solving

For Students 1st - 3rd
Pass out those counting chips and get ready to see your little learners shine. They practice adding 10 to solve 3 word problems. Because this activity only contains 3 problems it is perfect for whole class instruction. Use...
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Interpreting A Line Graph - Practice Problems 15.3

For Students 5th - 7th
In this interpreting a line graph instructional activity, students read a graph and answer a question. Students are taken through the problem solving process by being asked to understand, plan, solve and look back at the end of the...
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Ratio Problems Worksheet 3

For Students 6th - 10th
In this ratios activity, students solve word problems containing ratios of pencils, hot dogs, and more. Students complete 5 problems.
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How Many Cherries?

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students practice working together as a class to solve simple word problems involving cherries. They make sketches to utilize as a tool for solving problems. With a partner, they select an addition or subtraction problem to illustrate...
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Cylinder Volume Lesson Plan

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders define the formula for cylinders and use it to solve real world problems. In this geometry lesson, pupils differentiate between area, perimeters, 2D shapes, 3D shapes, and volume of prisms, cylinders and spheres. They...
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Metric Measurements – Length

For Students 4th - 6th Standards
Seven word problems make up this metric worksheet where scholars convert measurements and find the length of objects in real-world scenarios.
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Properties of Logarithmic Functions

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Use a straightforward approach to understanding logarithmic properties and their role in solving exponential and logarithmic equations to your math class. The lesson begins with an overview of a logarithmic function and its...
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Elapsed Time - Problem Solving 13.2

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this reading a schedule worksheet, students use the movie schedule to answer the word problems about elapsed time. For the last problem, students use the length of three different movies to help them answer the question.
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Draw a Picture: Problem Solving

For Students 1st - 2nd
A square, a rectangle, and a triangle. Help Rita make a house with these shapes. Understand, plan, solve, and look back to check the work.  
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Area of Triangle - Problem Solving 16.4

For Students 5th - 6th
In this area of triangles learning exercise, students find the area of each triangle in the word problems. Students complete five problems.
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Seussical Fish

For Students 3rd - 6th Standards
Wondering what Dr. Seuss and his colorful fish have to offer your young mathematicians? Find out with this simple yet affective word problem worksheet that challenges children to determine how many different combinations...
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Addition Word Problems - Three Digits

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this addition word problem worksheet, learners solve a total of 5 problems, showing their work in spaces provided. Answers are included on page 2.
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Online Math Learning

Word Problems That Use GFC or LCM

For Students 4th - 6th
This is a webpage that contains five word problems requiring learners to find the least common multiple or least common denominator.
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Using the Correct Vocabulary to Solve Problems

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine the vocabulary and strategies to be used with addition, subtraction, and multiplication word and story problems. They observe the teacher solve a variety of problems, then write and illustrate their own original...
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Virginia Department of Education

Radical Equations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Provide students with the skill for how to examine algebraic and graphical approaches to solving radical equations. Learners solve various radical equations involving square root and cube root expressions. They first solve...

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