HELP YOUR STUDENTS LEARN MATHEMATICS THROUGH PROBLEM SOLVING

ALL the addition and subtraction word problems to build mathematical understanding, relational thinking, and spark your students curiosity!

WHAT IF YOU HAD A RESOURCE THAT eXPOSED YOUR STUDENTS tO TRUE MATHEMATICAL SENSE MAKING?

Choosing the right problem solving tasks doesn't have to be a struggle. In fact, solving word problems is a life skill that is enjoyable to teach, and VERY fun for your students.

What you need is a set of "worthwhile problems." A resource that gives your students the chance to solidify and extend what they know, while stimulating their mathematics learning. You also need to provide them with tools that are intriguing, contain a level of mathematical challenge, and invites relational thinking as well as hard work.

AFTER MANY YEARS OF RESEARCH, TEACHING EXPERIENCE, AND OBSERVATIONS OF MY OWN STUDENTS... I HAVE FOUND A CLEAR SOLUTION!

DO YOUR STUDENTS KEEP GUESSING THE OPERATION IN WORD PROBLEMS WITHOUT MAKING SENSE OF IT FIRST?

Don't worry, mine did the same! That was, until I exposed them through different problem types while moving them through the GRADUAL RELEASE responsibility model.

♥ Embed useful mathematics.

♥ Exercise high-order thinking skills.

♥ Develop conceptual understanding of your students.

♥ Assess what your students are learning and pinpoint where they are experiencing difficulty.

♥ Teach your students how to approach multiple strategies to problem solving.

♥ Encourage student engagement and mathematical talk.

♥ Connect other mathematical concepts, standards, ideas, and skills.

WORD PROBLEMS FOR K-2

Hit your instructional goals and help your students succeed with problem solving! This resource will also help you to make professional decisions about how to make problem solving a central aspect of your mathematics instruction.

Here's what you'll get...

A bundle of addition and subtraction word problems for a three grade level span.
Different formats to practice ALL addition and subtraction word problem types within the gradual release of responsibility model.
40 Problem solving mats with QR codes for emergent readers to listen to the problem with minimal supervision.
75 Cut and paste problem solving mats with hands-on practice to move students from concrete to abstract representations and understanding.
8 Numberless word problems mini-mats.
65 Posters with different problem types for problem of the day routines.
36 word problem mats for students to model using bar models, number bonds, or place value blocks.
92 task cards to use during math centers or during guided math small groups.
13 Anchor chart props for you to model during whole-group math mini-lessons!

SEE THE WORD PROBLEMS FOR KINDERGARTEN, FIRST, AND SECOND GRADE IN ACTION!

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WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MY WORD PROBLEM PACKS FOR K-2

Jennifer S. said:

Thank you for creating word solving problems and labeling the type of problem. This helps when lesson planning and making copies. The labels are a great idea! Just slap and go into a notebook. Fantastic!

Marilou Quillopo (TpT Seller) said:

Great resource available to differentiate in my Math RTI rotations. TY! \]]]/ Aloha

ReddishAnn (TpT Seller) said:

I love the rigor of thinking these problems create. I am always looking for ways to practice those harder problem solving situations they will come across on tests.

Alena D. said:

Great resource to use all year long. Students are showing so much growth using these.

Shayna H. said:

This was a great way to teach the kids story problems. I love the posters that come with this resource. Thanks.

Deanne R. said:

Excellent resource- will use during small group instruction to help students who are struggling with word problems have success!

Angie N. said:

So great for extra practice. Story problems are so difficult for many of my 2nd graders!

Crystal S. said:

Fantastic resource for helping my students distinguish between various types of word problems and helping them learn to solve them!

ABOUT THE CREATOR OF WORD PROBLEMS FOR K-2

Hi! I am Laura, an award-winning teacher with 20 years of teaching experience, and 6 years as a curriculum designer. I completely relate with teachers everywhere, and I understand what teachers need in order to help their students succeed. My main goal is to serve YOU by creating instructional resources, that meet your students at the corner of intentional AND fun. This is the secret to make your classroom the place, Where the Magic Happens.

BUT WAIT! DON'T LEAVE JUST YET!!

If you are not ready to buy, do not leave emptyhanded! Click on the image to download this awesome word problems bulletin board. It is the perfect tool to develop relational thinking, don’t you agree? Plus it will make a very intentional classroom display for your classroom.