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Carpet

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students complete activities for geometric shapes and multiplication. In this multiplication lesson, students watch a video about carpets and square foot multiplication problems. Students then work in pairs to solve the main problem in...
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Basic Equivalencies

For Teachers 1st
First graders manipulate coins to show equivalencies between pennies and dimes. Given specific values, 1st graders model the specified amounts by using pennies and dimes. Through use of a computer assisted trading coins, students...
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High School Mathematics Problems from Alaska:Cutting Cordwood

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers solve problems and answer questions about two young men attemtping to earn money by cutting cords of wood.
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Getting Better at Guessing

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students, in groups, examine a jar of coins to make both 'guesstimates' and estimates. They compare different estimations and complete a journal entry to summarize their findings.
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Words for Algebra

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners rewrite word problems using symbols. In this algebra lesson, students relate algebra to the real world. They identify the correct steps to take when solving word problems.
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Unit Pricing

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students explore unit pricing to determine the best buy for their money. In this personal finance lesson, students calculate cost per wear examples and create a list of criteria for picking clothes. Students visit a story and use their...
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U.S. Population Hits 300 Million

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students read a story about the population in the United States reaching 300 million, and answer vocabulary and comprehension questions about it. In this population lesson plan, student respond to literature by answering questions,...
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Budget Mania

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine examples of budgets and explore the difficulties of living on a budget. The hands-on activity offers an opportunity to experience a real life application.
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Choose the Operation

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this mathematical operations worksheet, students solve the six math word problems by determining which operation to use, addition or subtraction, to solve the problem.
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Doubles Plus One

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this early childhood addition and subtraction worksheet, students solve 6 math story problems that require them to add doubles plus 1.
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Variables and Functions

For Students 5th
In this algebra activity, 5th graders solve 6 word problems by finding the value of variable in function tables. They use the information to solve the problems.
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Subtract from 11 and Less

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this subtraction worksheet, students solve 6 word problems that use numbers 1-11. The first 2 problems are set up for reference.
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Subtract with 2 Regroupings

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this subtraction with regrouping worksheet, students solve the subtraction word problems by using 2 different regroupings. Students solve six word problems.
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Relate Addition and Subtraction

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this addition and subtraction worksheet, students use problem solving skills to write number sentences and solve 6 word problems that require them to add and subtract.
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Add Doubles

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this early childhood addition and subtraction instructional activity, students solve 6 math story problems that require them to add doubles.
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Model Numbers to 100

For Students 1st - 3rd
For this numbers worksheet, students solve 6 word problems, using picture models of cubes. Problems are set up using groups of ten.
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Multi-Step Problems

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this multi-step problems worksheet, students use the numbers within the word problem and multi-step problems to solve the six word problems.
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Reasonable Answers

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this reasonable answer worksheet, students estimate and circle the answer that make sense for a set of 6 word problems. Students choose from 2 possible answers.
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M & M Fractions

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students receive 10 M & M's to study about fractions. As a class, they divide the ten M & M's into a half. They then take away two and use the eight M & M's to study about fourths. They also use nine to study about thirds.
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Draw a Picture

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this drawing pictures worksheet, students solve the math word problems by writing a number sentence and drawing pictures to help them solve the four problems.
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Tzedakah: How Can We Help?

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students identify nutritious meals and the prices of a healthy meal. In this nutritious meals lesson, students work in small groups and plan a menu for a nutritious meal. Students figure the total cost of the meal and collect money to...
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Round Decimals

For Students 4th - 5th
In this decimal worksheet, students use given information on "signs" showing the price of gasoline to answer a set of 6 word problems.
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Subtract Across Zeros

For Students 4th - 5th
In this subtraction worksheet, students read 6 story problems in which larger numbers are subtracted with borrowing across zeros.
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Variables

For Students 4th - 7th
In this variables practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems. Students solve 6 problems.