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Be a Problem Solving Star

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders observe a math problem and discuss what it is and what they should do with it. They are introduced to the STAR steps for problem solving and discuss how to use it to answer math problems as well as incorporating some of the...
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Two-Step Word Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, learners solve four basic operation word problems. Each problem contains two steps for students to solve to get to the final answer.
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Turning the Tables: A Guide to Devising Your Own Story

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students observe and demonstrate how to decipher and organize the information in a math word problem and apply mathematical concepts to different story problems. They discuss the parts of a story problem, and write their own original...
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One-Step Equation Word Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this word problem worksheet, students solve a total of 14 one-step equation problems. Answers are included on page 2; students are given space to show their work.
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Two-Step Math Problems

For Students 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students solve four two-step math problems. For example, in one problem, two people students compare the distance traveled by two people.
Interactive
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Word Problems that involve Circles

For Students 9th - 12th
For this online math worksheet, high schoolers solve word problems the involve circles. This excellent resource allows the students to check their answers, and to get "hints" should they run into difficulties. A terrific teaching tool!
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Solving Two Step Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations using the slope and y-intercept. They solve word problems using algebra. There are 9 questions with an answer key.
Interactive
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Word Problems That Involve the Mean (II)

For Students 7th - 9th
In this word problem activity, students examine real world problems.  They compute the mean, median, and mode of given problems.  This one-page activity contains 5 multi-step problems.  Answers are provided.
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Popping Problems!

For Teachers 4th
Turn your math lesson into a carnival game with this fun, outdoor activity. After reviewing the concept your class will be practicing briefly, split your class up into teams and head outdoors. These teams work to solve math questions and...
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iCivics

Step 4: Consider the Context

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Have you ever noticed how deep the roots of a tree or plant stretch? Scholars analyze the context of an issue and the root causes that go to the base of the problem. The fourth step of a 10-part County Solutions - High School unit shares...
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EngageNY

Solve for Unknown Angles—Angles in a Triangle

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Assist your class with each angle of geometry as they use exterior angles to form linear pairs with adjacent interior angles. They cover multiple vocabulary terms and work practice problems, complete with justifications, before...
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Bottleneck

For Students 6th - 10th
In this paper clips worksheet, students solve a word problem where they move paper clips around in cups. Students complete 1 complex problem.
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Illustrative Mathematics

The Stamp Collection

For Teachers 3rd - 4th Standards
By using language like "half of the stamps," children are exposed to patterns in arithmetic that requires solving a two-step word problem. This type of language opens a new door for transitioning learners toward understanding fractions...
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Solving Equations as Word Problems: Practice B

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate solving word problems.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore the four step process for solving word problems:  Step 1-make a table of values, Step 2-identify the constant, Step 3-indetify the...
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Single Step Operations

For Students 4th - 6th
In this math operations learning exercise, learners solve the math story problems by solving single step operations. There are 10 problems on this learning exercise and the answers are on the second page.
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Multi Step Operations

For Students 4th - 6th
In this math operations activity, students read the story problem and solve the problem using multiple step operations. There are 8 story problems on this activity and the answers are on the second page.
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Using Operations

For Students 4th - 5th
In this problem solving activity, students read the strategies and steps to solve word problems. Students solve 2 problems about blue whales.
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Problem Solving Process: One-To-One Correspondence

For Teachers 1st
First graders observe and demonstrate a variety of problem solving strategies to solve problems involving one-to-one correspondence and whole numbers to 100. They discuss the steps of the problem solving process, and solve a word...
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Model and Solve Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
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Sunshine Math- 2 Earth, XVI

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this math applications worksheet, students solve 8 word problems that include basic operations, money, reasoning, and telling time.
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Solving Multi-Step Problems

For Students 5th - 8th
Use this multi-step problems worksheet to have your charges complete multi-step problems including money, fractions, charts, and more. They complete 30 problems total.
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Indirect Length Word Problem

For Students K - 2nd
Although the graphics on this length comparison exercise aren't great, pupils will get the idea. They read an indirect length word problem, which asks them to compare three animals from shortest to tallest. The wording here may be...
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Roman Bernardo: Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Mathematicians use an inquiry method to solve linear equations. In this linear equations activity, students practice solving equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve multi-step equations and...
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Lively Math

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Scholars realize the importance of reading and correct interpretation when engaging in mathematical problem solving. This begins with the understanding of vocabulary and the translation from numeric to algebraic and algebraic to numeric.