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Problem-Solving Strategy: Use Logical Reasoning

For Students 4th - 5th
In this problem-solving activity, students solve 1 mathematical word problem by figuring out the answers to 7 questions. Students record their answers on the lines provided.
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Egyptian Math Problems

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Count like an Egyptian! Put an ancient twist on everyday problem solving by providing kids a chance to solve ancient Egyptian math problems. There are 39 different questions that require learners to solve addition and subtraction...
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Sunshine Math 3

For Students 4th - 6th
In this word problems worksheet, learners read and problem solve nine  mathematical word problems involving grids, measurement, compensation and angles.
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Math Challenges

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in a series of challenging math lessons designed to engage their critical thinking skills. In these real-world problem solving lessons, student solve symmetry and repeated pattern problems, make lists/tables to...
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Music-Mix-Math

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Use Music-Mix-Math to help learners solve a series of problems. They will solve one-word problems while music is playing, when the music stops, each learner finds a partner to compare the answer with. This can be done with as many as 4...
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Multiplication Math Multiples

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
In this multiplication worksheet, learners problem solve 60 multiplication math problems dealing with the multiples of 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
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Dositey.com Multiplication Problems #1

For Students 2nd - 3rd
Emergent mathematicians solve single-digit multiplication word problems on this worksheet. Simple, but colorful graphics help keep youngsters' attention as they work. Keep this worksheet in your curriculum collection to use as an...
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Alien Math Maze

For Students 3rd
In this problem solving worksheet, 3rd graders solve 22 addition math problems. Students color in each square that has a number 6 in the answer to help an alien get through a maze to his spaceship.
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Multiplication Math Problems

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
In this multiplication worksheet, students problem solve 60 multiplication math problems dealing with the multiples of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
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A-maze-ing Math

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this multiplication worksheet, students solve 20 multiplication problems while trying to work through a maze. Students help Brad find his way to the concert.
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Patterns and Pentominoes

For Teachers 2nd - 7th
Students solve pentomino puzzles.  In this problem solving lesson, students discuss how pentomino puzzles play into the plot of Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett and practice solving a pentomino puzzle on their own....
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Musical Math Challenge

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders engage in a lesson in which problem solving is set to music - like musical chairs. They listen to classical music to set a thought-provoking atmosphere. This is also an excellent method of reinforcement or review.
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Multiplication Math Problems

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
In this multiplication worksheet, young scholars problem solve 62 multiplication math problems involving multiples of 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9.
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Justifying Answers

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Young scholars study story problems and learn how to find and justify their answers. They will use a story problem and then respond to the prompt questions from the teacher. They must add and subtract facts to 6 and learn how to justify...
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Penguin Puzzler

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this math penguin word problem worksheet, students problem solve a math problem scenario involving 250 penguins marching in a penguin parade.
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Decimals Greater Than 1

For Students 2nd - 5th
In this decimals worksheet, students write a mixed number and a decimal for the shaded part in 3 rectangles. Students write 6 fractions as decimals and solve 1 problem solving word problem involving a mixed fraction.
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Math Cubes

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students practice addition and subtraction while making and then playing a game. For this addition and subtraction lesson, students will make dice using a cube tracer and number and number sign tracers to make the numbers and number...
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"Photograph Math" Word Problems

For Teachers K - 12th
Students create a photograph that illustrates one of the ways in which they use math. In this math and visual arts lesson, students write their own real-life word problems to accompany the photo.
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Spring Doesn't Bug Me

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Pupils make a ladybug art item using math vocabulary and measurements of circles. Ladybugs are made using a compass. Once the bug is complete, attach a previously-written Haiku to it.
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Acorn Math: Count by Two

For Students 1st
In this counting by numbers worksheet, 1st graders use the acorn pictures to assist them in counting by two. Students also solve a word problem with the sum already given and they must subtract by two to find the original equation....
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Crazy 4 Math

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this word problems learning exercise, students problem solve 2 mathematical word problems dealing with multiplication and time increments.
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Revolutionary War, Timeline and Causes

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore important events leading up to the Revolutionary War. For this Revolutionary War lesson, 3rd graders work in pairs to research dates and important events prior to the Revolutionary War. Class discussion is followed...
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Math Activity: "Snake"

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore patterns by participating in a class math activity. In this early algebra lesson, 4th graders utilize a die and chart to keep record of a snake game in which students must utilize a math function to solve a problem...
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Multiply Fractions - Practice 12.2

For Students 5th - 6th
Fifth and sixth graders multiply the given fractions and then write their answers in simplest form. They also solve two word problems involving multiplying fractions.