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3rd
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Problem Solving Cards

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Twelve cards and a worksheet make up an activity designed to reinforce problem solving skills. Scholars read and solve a variety of word problems using a graphic organizer to show their work. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

word problems, addition word problems, division word problems, multiplication word problems, subtraction word problems, problem solving strategies, problem solving techniques, substitute teachers

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Allow learners to choose which four word problems they wish to solve 
  • Solve one problem prior to a math lesson to warm-up math skills
  • Give pupils the option to work individually or in a small group to gain extra support from their peers 

Classroom Considerations

  • A worksheet holds four spaces to work; however, there are 12 problems given, provide extra copies of the worksheet or assign four problems  
  • The cards are the second resource in a series of eight created as part of a third grade substitute lesson plan   

Pros

  • Provides clear and easy to read directions 
  • Problems are written in an engaging font on a colorful background

Cons

  • None

Common Core

3.OA.A.3

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Math Stars: A Problem-Solving Newsletter Grade 2

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Develop the problem solving skills of your young learners with this collection of math newsletters. Covering a variety of topics ranging from simple arithmetic and number sense to symmetry and graphing, these...
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Math Stars: A Problem-Solving Newsletter Grade 3

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Make sure your class stays up with the times using this series of math newsletters. Including word problems that cover topics ranging from consumer math and symmetry to graphing and probability, these worksheets are a...
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Problem Solving - Adding Whole Numbers

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Basic Math Skills Practice and Problem Solving

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Multiplication & Division Word Problems

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Show your class all the hard work you have put into their lesson by showing this PowerPoint presentation. They will not only be proud of you, but it will help them solve multiplication and division word problems using the algorithms.
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Get Ready For Problem Solving Strategies

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Read carefully, look for key words, eliminate, estimate, check your answers. Give your youngsters the strategies for approaching multiple-choice problem solving, focusing on multiplication and division of whole numbers, with this...
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Instructional Video

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With a geometric shape on hand the instructor provides a reason for creative thinking then models how he constructs an answer using problem solving strategies. He explains his thinking and notes the strategy he used to solve each problem.
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