Exploring problem solving involving the addition and subtraction of decimals can be done with word problems. In this worksheet on decimals, learners add and subtract distances measured in miles and expressed as decimals. This worksheet...

Six story problems needing answers await your class. Pictures provide some scaffolding, but consider also using unit cubes and 10-rods to compose and solve equations for each. Some of the problems require a two-step processes to solve. A...

In this equivalent fractions worksheet, students use the math model tower to solve the equivalent fractions word problems. Students solve six problems.

Once your math class is adept at writing expressions, challenge them with a few word problems! There are six real-world scenarios for which learners must come up with a representative variable expression. Take CCSS.Math.Content.6.EE.2.a...

Your first and second math class will develop a higher understanding of addition after using the number line. Word problems are provided, and learners use the number line to illustrate and solve each problem. For advanced learners,...

Here is an area of parallelograms practice activity in which learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve six story problems.

Use this area of parallelograms practice activity to have learner ssharpen their problem solving skills as they solve six story problems.

Practice multiplication and division with a activity about multiplication properties. After reviewing the commutative property, identity property, zero property, and associative property, kids solve ten multiplication and division...

In this unit rate instructional activity, students solve 6 problems in which the unit rate in a consumer math story problem is calculated. There are no examples or instructions.

Sometimes guess and check is the best way to solve a word problem. Learners use the guess and check strategy to solve each of the 6 included story problems. Note: At times younger children have difficulty using estimation or the guess...

Measuring length with nonstandard units is the focus of this word problem worksheet. Youngsters problem solve using cubes, paper clips, footprints, and pencils. They solve six problems.

Strengthen young geometric muscles with this exercise in finding surface area and volume. Six problems provide practice at determining the surface area and volume of two solid figures shown in cubic units, deciding which to find given a...

Which card will you draw next? This template has students cut along the dotted lines to create "Probability Cards." The cards include 2 triangles, 4 squares, and 6 circles. Students determine the different probabilities of drawing each...

Third graders create pictures using ordered pairs after listening to a piece of literature. In this ordered pairs and literature lesson, student listen to and discuss The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. They participate in...

In this fraction and decimal equivalents practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems that require them to use mental math.

It's the Bears vs. the Seals! Who is the season winner? Read this data and have your math class answer the six questions that follow. Consider graphing the chart as a class, or encouraging individuals to graph it before answering the...

In this math graphs worksheet, students write line plot, tally chart, pictograph, or bar graph to tell the best kind of graph to use to answer the six questions.

Using word problems can be a good way to help students practice working with fractions. In this worksheet on fractions, students solve problems involving real-life examples. This worksheet is part of the Houghton Mifflin math series and...

Fifth graders have to use division to solve problems in everyday situations. This worksheet on estimation and division has students practice these skills using real-life examples. The worksheet is part of the Houghton Mifflin math series...

By solving word problems related to the planets, 4th graders practice multiplying numbers with several digits. Using this worksheet to solve problems involving 2 and 3-digit multiplication, students practice this skill. This worksheet is...

Converting fractions is an important skill for students to master. Using this learning exercise, students can practice expressing fractions as an improper fraction and as a mixed number. This learning exercise is for use with the...

When practicing problem-solving skills students have to hone their critical thinking. In this instructional activity on problem solving, 5th graders have to determine which operation and what strategy to use when answering the word...

In this model equivalent fractions worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.

Kill two birds with one stone (as they say). Your class can practice problem solving skills, basic addition and subtraction, as well as work on coin values. This worksheet includes six money related word problems to solve.