Reinforce mathematical vocabulary with the use of flash cards. Each card showcases a boldly typed word as well as a labeled picture representation of the word. Terms include addition, subtraction, greater than, less than, and more!

In this counting more and counting less activity, 1st graders count the objects in each group, write the numeral, and for six problems circle the group that has more, for the next six problems, circle the group that has less.

Teach your class how to guess and check to solve word problems. There are 4 single step word problems for them to solve.

Test young counters to see if they can recall the numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 in both word and numeral form. First, they match word-form kites to number-form children, drawing the tails to the matching counterparts. One is done for them....

How are bar graphs and pictographs different? As you begin this concept, use these simple graphs to help get learners started with data analysis styles. There is one bar graph and one pictograph, each accompanied by four or five...

Math is all fun and games! Use a game strategy to introduce the concept of sequences and their recursive formulas. The activity emphasizes notation and vocabulary.

As a continuation of a previous lesson, this activity builds on the concept of calculating the terms of a sequence. Pupils are challenged to determine the smallest starting term to reach a set number by a set number of rounds. Notation...

What are the benefits of a single EU market? Class members conclude their examination of the European Union by focusing on the single market concept designed to bring down barriers, create more jobs, and increase prosperity.

What makes a good New Year's resolution? Practice goal-setting and reading comprehension with a set of language arts activities. English learners work on cloze passages, synonym matches, interviewing exercises, and...

In this finding how many more than and how many fewer than worksheet, students match the number of unequal items and write the difference. Students solve six problems.

In this counting worksheet, students count the pets in each of 5 problems. For the first two problems, students draw "more than" what is already pictured. For the last problems, students must draw "less than" what is shown.

When do you use fewer, and when do you use less? Learn the difference between the two words with a fill-in-the-blank worksheet that asks readers to make their choice based on the context clues in the ten sentences.

How can you tell if a number of items is reasonable? Combine math and language arts with a fun lesson based on Jeff Shepard's The Right Number of Elephants. After reading the book, kids discuss amounts of other items and create...

Take a walk through time, 1852 to 2005, following the mathematical history, development, and solution of the Four-Color Theorem. Learners take on the role of cartographers to study a United States map that is to be...

This handout offers a three-step process for revising sentences for clarity: diagnose, analyze, revise. After reading an example sentence revision with a detailed explanation, learners complete three sample sentences using the three-step...

Encourage learners to develop greater self-awareness and an understanding of perception versus reality. Here you'll find a life skills lesson that includes worksheets, discussion, and brainstorming activities on the topic of how we see...

Ali has more marbles than Maria in some of these word problems, while in others Maria has more marbles than Ali. First graders are tasked to read each word problem and solve how many marbles each girl has.

Searching for worksheets to include in an elementary math series on bar graphs? Then look no further! This collection of materials has exactly what you need to ensure that your students get plenty of practice reading and analyzing...

If you're looking for a last-minute resource to help your class celebrate Valentine's Day in an educational way, browse through this selection of reading comprehension worksheets, which cover such topics as why the holiday is celebrated...

Keep count with tally marks! First graders practice reading tally marks with this straightforward learning exercise. They work with interpreting data from a chart, as well as working with addition and subtraction under 20. A great math...

Teach your English language learners about conversations by inviting them to participate in a conversation about an interesting object. Through this conversation, learners will naturally use various verb tenses and practice asking...

Many problems in life have more than one possible solution, and the same is true for advanced mathematics. Scholars solve seven problems that all have at least two solutions. Then three higher-level thinking questions challenge them to...

Cost overruns are unacceptable—in the real world and in an engaging activity. Groups of pupils get together to build a bridge out of straws, paper cups, and tape. They keep track of costs ($1,000 for each material) and must stay within a...

Students compare sets of objects.  In this identification lesson, students inspect sets of monkeys and identify them as more, less, or equal to the other sets.  Students observe a video clip discussing comparisons.