Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Spring Fling Carnival

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Think critically — and linearly by applying linear equations to solve real-world problems. Young mathematicians write equations to model the profit on popcorn and cotton candy at a carnival and solve problems using these equations.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Fractions and Ribbons

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore using inverse operations to solve decimal and fraction problems. In this decimal and fraction lesson, 6th graders prepare ribbon for a part and need to cut it in equal lengths. Students analyze the problem.
Worksheet
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Pumpkin Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students solve 4 story problems which pertain to Halloween. Students will use all 4 math operations to solve these problems. Two problems are to be solved and two are multiple choice in which students choose the...
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Story Problem Writing

For Teachers K - 5th
Pupils write story problems which can only be solved with the application of multiplication facts. They write an extra fact that isn't needed to solve. When their partners do the problems, they must cross out the fact that they do need.
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Extra Practice 44: Solving Problems Using Quadratic Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this quadratic worksheet, young scholars read short stories, write quadratic equations and use their problem solving skills to solve the equation. Students use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of a diagonal, dimensions of a...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Estate Problem

For Students 7th - 10th
In this problem solving worksheet, students solve 1 problem about money.  Students use percents to solve a problem about dividing an estate.
Worksheet
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Solve the Riddles, Write an Equation

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this math riddles worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 5 riddles that require them to use their knowledge of addition and subtraction.
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Solve a Simpler Problem

For Students 4th
In this solving simpler math problems first learning exercise, 4th graders read, analyze and solve 3 word problems by solving a simpler problem first.
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Solve for the Unknown

For Students 8th - 9th
In this unknown worksheet, students solve simple one-step algebraic inequalities.  This two-page worksheet contains 6 simple problems.  Answers are provided on the last page.
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Logic Problems

For Students 5th - 6th
In this comparison logic problems worksheet, students solve word problems where they compare different items in each problems. Students complete 2 problems.
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Multistep Problems

For Students 4th
In this multi-step problems worksheet, 4th graders read and analyze the paragraph on the worksheet about types of tools in order to answer four math questions with multiple choice answers.
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Word Problems: Choose the Operation and Method for Solving Word Problems

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this problem solving activity, students choose the operation and method for solving 3 word problems. They work out each problem and fill in a table that shows the operation, answer, method, and how they solved it.
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Algebra Review

For Students 9th
In this algebra review worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 12 different problems. First, they use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of inequalities to solve the linear inequalities. They also write...
Worksheet
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Mass Measurement Story Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this mass measurement story problems learning exercise, students use their problem solving skills to find mass measurements in order to solve 5 problems.
Activity
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Integer Solutions to Inequality

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
When is the last time you assigned your students only one problem? This seemly simple problem requires learners think like a mathematician and reason about how to solve this compound inequality in one variable. More than just using...
Lesson Plan
Willow Tree

Formulas

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Help learners understand the benefits of rearranging a formula. Scholars practice rearranging formulas for specific variables. They also analyze formulas to understand one variable's effect on the other. 
Assessment
CCSS Math Activities

Smarter Balanced Sample Items: 7th Grade Math – Claim 3

For Teachers 7th Standards
Does the explanation make sense? Sample items highlight claim three, communicating reason, in the Smarter Balanced assessments. Teachers use the 16 items to help show pupils the importance of communication and reasoning within...
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Mathematics Module

For Teachers 9th
Delve into graphing! The concepts covered begin with basic graphing basic coordinates and algebraic expressions on coordinate planes, and build up to graphing linear inequalities and equations. Learners solve and simplify various...
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Pala Software

MathBoard

For Students 3rd - 10th Standards
Do you want to practice arithmetic skills from simple addition facts, to cubes and square roots, to solving one-step equations? Here is a great app for practicing and learning everything from arithmetic practice using integers to solving...
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Curated OER

Multiple Variables in an Equation

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Young mathematicians apply problem-solving skills to equations that have more than one variable. They will work through the process to problem solve and discover the solution.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Voting for Two, Variation 3

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
After calculating election votes, your learners must determine how many votes the winner, John, got above 50%. This multi-step problem encourages them to think in a deeper way about what the question is asking them to find. Use with...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Voting for Two, Variation 4

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
After elections, the total amount of votes is not specified but the ratio of votes is. Your learners' job is to determine the fraction of votes John received above half of all votes. The problem can be solved abstractly or by other...
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Solving Problems Using Triangle Inequality Theorem

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate triangles and the inequality theorem. They will collaborate in groups to determine the length of a longest side of a triangle. Then relate the size of the triangle to its angles using protractors, yard sticks,...
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Solve Me-One and Two-Step Inequalities

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students solve one and two-step inequalities.  In this Algebra I lesson, students solve inequalities using paper and pencil and use the TI-nspire CAS to check each steps in their work.  Additionally,  the solve feature...