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Grade 2: Texas Problem Solving

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders use numerical data about Texas to write and solve real-life problems involving addition and subtraction (or multiplication and division). They work in pairs to choose three numerical facts about Texas to use to make up...
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Mathematics Problem Solving

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this math worksheet, students read a math word problem. Students are asked to present a solution using numbers, pictures and words. There are boxes provided for each.
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Applications and Problem Solving

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students apply the skills of reading and critical thinking in order to create the solutions to the word problems.
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Analyzing Problem Solving-4

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this elementary math worksheet, pupils write a number sentence for the four problems and then use them to find the solutions.
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Matrix Multiplication

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Young scholars identify, analyze, and multiply matrices. They determine if various indicated operations are possible through classroom discussion and practice. Finally, students determine matrix product dimensions through problem-solving...
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Writing and Solving Equations

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders identify specific words in a sentence to solve the correct operation and write equations. In this writing equations lesson, 5th graders follow the teacher through several word problems on an overhead projector and isolate...
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1st Grade Problem Solvers

For Teachers 1st
First graders investigate, represent and solve problems using number facts, operations, and their properties. They solve on-step addition and subtraction number sentences and word problems using concrete materials. Students construct...
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"Using Manipulatives and/or Technology to Solve Math Problems" by Cooking Dinner

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore math functions by preparing a meal. In this food measurement lesson, students examine a recipe for a meal and alter the size of the recipe based upon the amount of servings needed. Students utilize manipulatives to...
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Words to Numbers

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders translate word problems into numerical expressions. Through guided practice, 7th graders discover how to take the information contained in a word problem and create a numerical expression using variables. They...
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Introduction to Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students factor and graph linear and quadratic functions. They identify the standard and linear form of each equation.
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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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Math: Gears and Wheels

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders solve problems involving linear and angular speed. Using information about a compact disc, they solve the problem using multiple rates and conversion factors. Students also solve additional problems involving bicycle...
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Rusted Roots

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create a flowchart on the root cause method. In this inquiry lesson, students compare RCA and the DMAIC model with the scientific method of problem solving. They investigate a problem in school and present their findings in class.
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Candy Addition and Subtraction

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Young scholars practice computation.  In this addition and subtraction math lesson, students count M & Ms and Skittles to answer math problems and complete a related worksheet.
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How Many Pieces of Mail?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore their multiplication skills. In this number sense lesson plan, students use their problem solving skills to solve a word problem that requires them to multiply 2 or 3-digit numbers by 1 or 2-digit...
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Calendar Computation

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars solve math problems by using a calendar. In this problem solving lesson, students review the days of the week and months in a year. Young scholars complete a problem solving worksheet about the calendar.
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The Rabbit Problem

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Young scholars notice a number pattern in the book The Rabbit Problem by Emily Gravett. In this number pattern lesson, students represent and describe numbers appropriate to their grade level.
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Let Algebra Tiles Solve Equations for You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students practice solving algebra equations utilizing model tiles.  In this algebra activity, students observe a clip from the movie Homeward Bound and break the action down into an algebraic equation.  Students solve an...
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Systems of Word Problems

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate systems of linear equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore word problems that can be solved by using a system of equations.   The problems involve such topics as cell phone usage,...
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Solving Inequalities

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders participate in a lesson plan that covers the concept of an algebraic inequality. They practice recognizing the symbols used in an inequality and solving them using the methods that are similar to solving equations.
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Solving, Writing, and Graphing Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 8th - 10th
In this linear inequalities worksheet, students solve inequalities, write inequalities in interval notation, and graph inequalities.  Students also solve four word problems by writing and solving linear inequalities.
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Constructing and Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students solve linear equations In this algebra lesson, students create linear equations using integer coefficients greater than one. They graph their solution on a coordinate plane.
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Word Problems with Fractions with Unlike Denominators

For Teachers 5th
In this word problems with fractions with unlike denominators worksheet, 5th graders solve six addition and subtraction problems and show their work.
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Solve Quadratic Equations: Complete the Square

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this quadratic equation worksheet, students complete a set of 10 problems, completing the squares. Answers are given o page 2; a reference web site is given for additional activities.