In this systems of equations worksheet, students solve 9 word problems about money.  Students determine the number of nickels and dimes, quarters and half-dollars, and profit from ticket sales by writing a system of equations and...

In this translating a story problem activity, students translate a word problem into algebraic symbols. They solve the problem. Students move their mouse over the problem to see the answer.

Fifth graders, after discussing the teacher's handout examples, practice writing five story problems about mammals using relevant/irrelevant information. As a class, they solve the story problems while identifying the key concepts that...

In this word problem solving strategies worksheet, 6th graders solve and complete 11 different problems and questions related to identifying word problems. First, they explain what the problem is telling them to do and what is important....

Test scholars mathematic skills with an assessment addressing addition, subtraction, multiplication, place value, measurement, geometric shapes, expanded notation; and their ability to compare numbers, write number...

Problem solving is a skill of its own. Learners use a variety of problems to encourage mental math and logic to get the correct answer. Guiding questions are provided along the way to encourage the right way of thinking to help tackle...

Don't discount how much your pupils understand percents! The 27th activity in a series of 29 presents a problem to find the cost of a discounted outfit. Small groups determine either the original price or the discount received given the...

In this math instructional activity, learners solve a variety of word problems pertaining to baseball and its statistics. Students answer 20 word problems, some of which require an Internet search to find certain players' statistics.

If your test scores go up five points every problem you complete on this worksheet, is that an arithmetic or geometric sequence? Learners practice through four straightforward sequence questions and then finish with six word problems and...

In this square roots instructional activity, 8th graders solve 14 different types of problems to include determining the square root of a number of problems, determining the area of a rectangle and the length of a side of a square with...

Capture your learners' attention by asking them to find the difference in size between the 12-inch silky anteater and the 6-foot giant anteater! This order of operations worksheet has students first identify the meaning of finding the...

What time was it 20 minutes ago? Once your time-tellers have the basic skill down, take it up a notch with these word problems. Each one references a clock face, and scholars answer four questions for each of the three clocks (two analog...

Find out how your class is progressing in math with a set of assessments. Learners finish a baseline assignment to assess where they are beginning the year and then work on tests with increasing difficulty as the year progresses.

Each form of a linear equation has its purpose — pupils just have to find it. Building on the previous lesson plan in the series, learners examine point-slope and standard form. Using point-slope form, pupils write the equation of a...

A 13-page test contains two 40-minute sections, which provide word problems and applied analysis to cover material from pre-algebra through geometry.

Find the pattern is the name of the game! Learners examine different patterns represented by numbers, shapes, and words. They must describe the pattern, predict the result in a given position, and find an equation that...

How many buttons would there be on six monsters? Multiplication beginners examine a strange-looking creature as they write eight number sentences. For each, they are determining how many of a particular feature would be on a specific...

Young mathematicians practice their reasoning as well as adding and subtracting skills with this worksheet that includes five simple word problems about birthdays. Learners are give pictures of birthday cakes and based on the number of...

Why is six-tenths equivalent to sixty-hundredths? This is the question learners are tasked to explain in writing as well as with a picture.

Boost emotional intelligence and division skills with a three-question worksheet featuring two imaginary towns that record when citizens hurt, forgive, or punish one another. Using division, scholars calculate each problem to decide...

In this Halloween word problems worksheet, 2nd graders work out 2 word problems involving addition and subtraction and write their answers on the lines provided.

In this trigonometry word problem learning exercise, learners calculate how close a ship comes to a lighthouse.  The solution with explanation is provided.

Introduce scholars to addition and subtraction word problems with visual guidance. There are five scenarios here, each with a picture to guide scholars as they solve. An example encourages kids to physically interact with the images,...

In order to practice problem-solving skills, pupils work through a series of word problems. They each determine an answer and then share their thinking process with the class. This lesson plan demonstrates that there may be more than one...