Open-Ended Math Questions: How to Use Them in Grades 3-5
The first time I put an open-ended math question on the board for my third graders, half the class sat frozen. They kept asking, “But what’s the answer?” They had…
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Cut and Paste Math Worksheets for 3rd Grade (All Standards)
Cut-and-paste math worksheets for 3rd grade give students hands-on practice with almost every math standard, going beyond what a traditional worksheet can provide. These cut-and-paste worksheets are very similar to my…
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Addition and Subtraction Word Problems by Problem Type
If your students can solve equations but get stuck on addition and subtraction word problems, you’re not alone. Many students look for keywords, grab numbers, and guess, without really understanding…
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How to Teach Word Problems: Strategies and Lesson Plans for Addition and Subtraction
A second grader reads, “Maya had 14 stickers. She gave 6 to her brother. How many does she have now?” Knowing how to teach word problems means knowing why this…
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