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The Key to Word Problems

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Young scholars learn the key words to look for in multiplication and division word problems, to help them decide which operation to use. They analyze, wrte, and solve multiplication problems.

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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice

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