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Fraction Animals

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Second, third, and fourth graders explore fraction strategies and division by splitting sets of farm animals into equal numbers. Independently, they read word problems, solve them, and check their answers.
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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders study fraction and mixed number division and also review fraction multiplication. For this fraction and mixed numbers lesson, learners work with the teacher in an oral problem solving method to multiply and divide fractions...
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Math Crossword Puzzle x5

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this math crossword puzzle times five worksheet, students problem solve ten mathematical equations and place their answers in a crossword puzzle.
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
High schoolers listen to a lecture and complete a number of problems as they go. There are a variety of examples given and they are guided through the problem solving steps for each of the real-world scenarios regarding the purpose of...
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Delayed Gratification

For Teachers 2nd Standards
Word problems are great for engaging critical thinking skills, and word problems involving money increase a child's financial literacy. Boost your critical and financial thinkers with a multi-step word problem involving money and problem...
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Multiplication--Worksheet 4

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this multiplication worksheet, students problem solve and calculate the answers to thirty mathematical multiplication equations for mastery.
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An Introduction to Polynomial Functions

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
In this introduction to polynomial function worksheet, learners classify, state the degree, find the intercepts, and evaluate polynomial functions. Six of the problems are true/false problems and thirty-eight and free-response problem...
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Quadrilateral Clues

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Fourth and fifth graders work in pairs  explore quadrilaterals. In this problem-solving lesson, learners participate in hands-on activities that require them to identify, describe, compare, and classify quadrilaterals. This is meant...
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Jessica's Aquarium

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use problem solving strategies to determine the amount of gravel needed to fill the bottom of an aquarium that is 50 cm long, 20 cm wide, and 30 cm high. Students use centimeter cubes and brainstorm strategies they might...
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Virtual Field Trip

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Are we there yet?  Young trip planners learn about their state and plan a trip. They will select sites to see in three cities in their state, and record associated costs in a spreadsheet. While this was originally designed as a...
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M & M Addition

For Teachers K - 1st
Eat your math manipulatives, are you serious? Yup, Learners listen to the story The M & M's Addition book, add single digit numbers to reach sums up to six, and demonstrate addition and subtraction number combinations using several...
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Perimeter and Area 5

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this calculating area worksheet, students use their problem solving skills and the information provided to find the area of 6 triangles.
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Perimeter and Area 2

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this calculating area worksheet, learners use their problem solving skills and the information provided to find the area of 6 rectangles.
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Perimeter and Area 4

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this calculating area worksheet, students use their problem solving skills and the information provided to find the area of 6 rectangles.
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Perimeter and Area 7

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this calculating area worksheet, students use their problem solving skills and the information provided to find the area of 6 figures.
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Units of Measure: Millimeter to Centimeter 1

For Students 4th - 6th
In this units of measure conversion worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to convert the 10 measurements listed in millimeters to measurements listed in centimeters.
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Multiplication Table (10 x 10)

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this multiplication practice worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to fill in the blanks in a 10 x 10 multiplication table.
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Extra! Extra! (Geometry Extensions)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students respond to questions based on quotes, research, and logic, and challenge problems related to the current objectives.
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Using the Correct Vocabulary to Solve Problems

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine the vocabulary and strategies to be used with addition, subtraction, and multiplication word and story problems. They observe the teacher solve a variety of problems, then write and illustrate their own original...
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Exam One Review

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this secondary mathematics worksheet, learners solve problems that involve patterns, arithmetic and geometric sequences, geometric logic and reasoning, and changing bases.  The three page worksheet contains fourteen...
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Everyday Mathematics: Counting Up

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this counting up worksheet, students learn strategies to help them solve problems involving change. Students study a number grid and number line to help them count up to make change.
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Unit Plan
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Simple Machines

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
Planning a unit on simple machines? Save some time and energy with this collection of lessons and activities that explores how these devices are used in the real world to make life a little easier. 
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Consecutive Numbers

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Like all of the Problem Solving units, this one aims to introduce students to the underlying ideas of mathematics through a problem. The problem here requires a knowledge of arithmetic and the use of some algebra. In this unit we see how...
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Patterns In Hexagon Tables

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders construct a rule about the number of sides found in a pattern of hexagons. In this mathematical problem solving lesson, 6th graders observe different hexagon patterns and create a rule about the relationship between the...