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University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Nrich: A Flying Holiday

For Students 3rd - 8th
Some may think this problem is for the birds but you will need to use your problem solving skills to come up with a reasonable answer. Then check this one page website for the solution.
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Activity
University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Nrich: Hand Span

For Students 3rd - 5th
Use this one page website to practice measuring things using nonstandard units of measurement. There is a solutions page that is right at the website for more information.
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Activity
University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Nrich: Dining Ducks

For Students 3rd - 8th
This problem will quack you up. On this one page website use those problem solving skills to check the reasonableness of your answer. The solution is available right at the website.
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Activity
University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Nrich: A Rod and a Pole

For Students 3rd - 8th
At this one page website work on this challenge using your very best problem solving skills to find a reasonable answer. Actually, there are a number of solutions. When you find yours check the website to see the solutions already listed.
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Lesson Plan
Education Place

Houghton Mifflin: Eduplace: Justifying Answers

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Justifying answers, easy enough to an adult, can be difficult for a child. This is a great place to help you teach the concept of "reasonableness" of an answer. There are sections covering lesson plans, tips & tricks, and...