Reliable Problem Solving Techniques

Combine total quantities and equivalent ratios in problem solving. The fifth lesson in a series of 29 presents problems that can be solved using equivalent ratios. Pupils use part-to-part ratios and either sums or differences of the...

Changing ratios make for interesting problems. Pupils solve problems that involve ratios between two quantities that change. Groups use tape diagrams to represent and solve classroom exercises and share their solutions. 

School subjects connect when your young scholars use math to edit English. Math allows you to convert an entire paragraph into a simple equation or inequality. Examples encourage learners to write expressions, equations, and inequalities...

Teach your class that math really can help solve real-world problems. A variety of activities shows learners that they can apply the concept of writing equations and inequalities in everyday life. The lesson begins with a game of...

What does solving an inequality have in common with solving an equation? Almost everything! A math resource focuses on the one exception. The examples lead learners through the steps of solving an equality when multiplying or dividing by...

In this solving problems with fractions worksheet, fifth graders solve five word problems with fractions, then use the answers to complete a data chart.

Address any kind of math concept or problem with a series of problem-solving strategies. Over 12 days of different activities and increasing skills, learners practice different ways to solve problems, check their answers, and reflect...

Students develop strategies for solving problem situations. In this "actions" for problem situations lesson, students examine each operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) for further understanding. Then by using...

Add some variety to your school or district's math curriculum with this comprehensive collection of materials. Offering over 900 pages of Saxon Math lessons, worksheets, and activities, this resource is a gold mine for any middle school...

Using an example from a prior video, this lesson takes the key information and creates an equation to solve for the cost of a museum ticket. The narrator takes the time to talk through all the key steps when solving for x.