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Practice solving real-world math problems with grade 2 learners. Choose number operations, measurement and money, or problems that ask students to explain their reasoning.
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Learn the 4-step process (find first question, solve, find second question, use the first answer to solve the second) via an anchor chart and song, then apply it to project a story problem and solve on a student worksheet.
Read a context-rich scenario, perform multi-step calculations (time conversions, money, area/scale, unit rate comparisons), fill in tables/schedules, sometimes draw a scaled plan, and write a justification or explanatory letter for the chosen solution.
Spring-themed 'craftivity' story-problem worksheets that combine addition/subtraction practice (grades K-2) with a cut-and-fold paper craft and creative writing.
Practice activity for solving two-step word problems using the four operations, writing equations, and matching problems to answers.
Practice solving simple subtraction word problems using single-digit numbers.
Multiplication and Division Story Problems Introducing the Multiplication and Division Story Problems. Specially designed for educators, this teaching resource aims to engage students' interest in math through a fun, spring-themed activity. Ideal for Kindergarten students up to Grade 2 level, it encompasses the core learning subjects of…
Count items in a picture (e.g. apples, peaches, fish, books) and write the total on the blank line, after the teacher fills in teacher-chosen numbers on the template.
Read a word problem describing a start and end time (or a start time plus a duration) and calculate the elapsed time, the end time, or the start time as required.
Apply elapsed-time calculation skills to short narrative word problems, some paired with clock diagrams.
Use a number line, draw a picture, and write a number equation (addition or subtraction) to solve each word problem mat.
Read short word problems and solve using addition or subtraction to find the answer.
Students read 8 short word problems (e.g. counting fish and dolphins, lions and zebras) and write an addition equation with blanks to solve each one, filling in the addends and the sum.
Students cut out individual word problem cards (each problem is printed repeatedly in a grid so multiple copies can be cut out, e.g. for a baseball-card-holder binder system or individual practice cards), sort them by problem type using labeled divider tabs, and solve them; the resource is designed to be printed, laminated, and…
Read five word problems about brushing teeth, lost teeth, dental floss, dentist visits, and milk drinking, and solve them using basic operations (multiplication, addition).
Read short word problems, write a three-addend addition equation, and solve for the sum (answers within 20).
Read each word problem, identify the three numbers involved, and write and solve the addition equation to find the total.
This printables/word-problems/multiplication-and-division-word-problems/multiplication-word-problems">multiplication word problem solving worksheet is a great way for students to build multiplication fact fluency. It includes a variety of problems for students to solve, as well as a answer key for teachers.
Solve farm-themed word problems, use a 'Draw it!' support page, mark X or O on a tic-tac-toe board for correct answers, and decode a joke answer from the computed solutions.
Students match each word problem card to the picture or array that represents it, and to its corresponding multiplication/division equation.
Give students practice reading simple addition word problems, choosing the correct operation, and solving.
Students build comprehension by solving word problems. With a focus on language skills, students are able to increase their vocabulary and begin learning the problem-solving process at an early age. Through careful attention to detail, students will be able to solve these problems through visualization.
Read each themed word problem (pets, school, food, sports, nature, party, space, transportation, shopping, farm, pirates, school supplies) and solve using multiplication or division as directed.
Give students practice solving single-digit addition word problems using pictures and equations.
Practice choosing the correct operation and solving simple subtraction word problems.