+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Deciding When to Regroup

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this deciding when to regroup worksheet, students, with a partner, practice problem solving five word problems associated with regrouping.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dinosaur Math

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students read How to Train with a T.Rex and Win 8 Gold Medals and solve math problems.  In this dinosaur math lesson, students write a math story to go with the dinosaur story.  Students discuss the needed strategies. Students complete a...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mathematical Roadmaps

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders observe how a sample math problem is solved on the overhead. They work in small groups to develop a strategy for solving another problem using counters as well as a large sheet of paper to write down their explanation of...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Study Buddies: Using Front-End Estimation

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this math worksheet, students will work with a coach to estimate equations using front-end estimation. Students will follow a step-by-step process and notes are provided for the coach.
+
Lesson Plan
1
1
Curated OER

Mental Math Blocks

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this math worksheet, students solve eleven math problems from a variety of topics. For example, students estimate the product of a multiplication problem.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Nine Months in School

For Students 3rd
In this multiplication worksheet, 3rd graders solve nine short word problems by multiplying by nine. There is an answer sheet included.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Codebreaker Math

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students solve addition and subtraction problems and decipher and write messages using a code. They read and discuss an informational fact sheet about the Navajo code talkers from World War II, and decode and re-code messages using math...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Math Shortcuts

For Teachers 4th
While the idea is great, to help pupils understand shortcuts to solve multiplication and division problems, this lesson doesn't lay out the steps necessary for successful comprehension. There are a few examples to show how to use...
+
Handout
Granite School District

Kindergarten CCSS Math Vocabulary Word List

For Teachers K
Help kindergartners develop the academic language they need to master the Common Core standards with this list of math vocabulary. Including the definitions of each term as well as a set of word cards with supporting images and examples,...
+
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Sky High

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
How are skyscrapers built? What does it take to make a structurally sound building? How can one work within a budget to complete a building project? These guiding questions will be investigated and answered within a hands-on lesson....
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Arithmetic Tricks

For Students 4th - 8th
In this arithmetic tricks worksheet, students learn tricks and complete problems involving exponents and multiplication x 11. Students complete 11 problems total.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ten Sly Piranhas: A Counting Story in Reverse

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students solve related addition and subtraction problems. In this addition and subtraction instructional activity, students use the book Ten Sly Piranhas by William Wise as the source of word problems for students to solve.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Calculator

For Teachers K - 4th
Learners explore the calculator utility function on a Macintosh computer.  In this calculation lesson, students launch the calculator feature and complete a problem solving worksheet.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Math Card Clues

For Students K - 1st
In this math worksheet, learners solve 11 math card clues. All of the clues involve addition or subtraction. For example, one card reads, "I am zero. Add on 4."
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Adjusting the Quotient

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners solve division problems. In this division lesson, students review estimating and how to figure out if their estimate is too large or too small. Learners solve division problems and use their estimating skills to adjust the...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Guess a Birthday

For Students 4th - 12th
In this birthday worksheet, students perform given algorithms.  Upon performing all problems correctly, the student's final answer will be his/her birthday.  This one-page worksheet contains 8 problems. 
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Frogs, Frogs, And More Frogs

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders review the life cycle of a frog. They use the computer to research specific information about their frog and write a descriptive paragraph using the information obtained on the computer. They access websites imbedded in...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hot Dog Stand: The Works

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students strengthen skills in mathematics, problem solving, and communication skills by working together in groups using "Hot Dog Stand: The Works" educational software.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Musical Math

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students play a game of mathematical musical chairs, moving from desk to desk solving addition and subtraction problems.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Smarties Investigation

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this math worksheet, students participate in an investigation of Smarties candy. For example, students estimate how many candies they have in each color, count the actual number, and record the information in a tally chart.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Voting Process

For Teachers Pre-K - 5th
Students study and participate in the voting process. In this voting process activity, students read Duck for President and vote on class snacks. Students create posters for the class snacks and present them to the class. Students tally...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Jack and the Beanstalk Estimation

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students use estimation and pencil-paper calculations to help Jack and his mother solve a variety of life problems. They solve problems using various math operations, i.e., addition, subtraction, and measurement.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Addition Worksheet: Totals 19 or Less #1

For Students 2nd - 3rd Standards
In this addition worksheet, students complete a total of 35 problems, all answers to problems total 19 or less. Worksheet included links to answers and additional worksheets.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Addition: Sums to 18

For Students 1st - 2nd Standards
In this addition activity, students complete a total of 30 problems, all answers to problems total 18 or less. Worksheet included links to answers and additional worksheets.