Finding the Average Word Problems Worksheet – 5th Grade Averages

About This Product
The Finding the Average Word Problems Worksheet gives fifth grade students focused, no-prep practice with averages. It is a print-and-go math page that fits easily into a mini-lesson, a center rotation, or a quick review day.
Learning objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to use their averages skills accurately and explain their thinking.
Why it works: Students stay on task because the directions are short and the practice is the right size for one sitting. Teachers save time because the page is ready to print and easy to check.
What's included:
1 printable worksheet page
Clear, student-friendly directions
Answer key (1 page)
Cover page
How it's organized: The page opens with these directions: "Find the average (mean) of each data set. Add all the numbers, then divide by how many numbers there are." Students then complete the practice items in order and check their work before turning it in.
Grade level: Designed for fifth grade students. It also works well for fourth grade and sixth grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.
How to use it: Assign it after a mini-lesson, use it in a small group, send it home as homework, keep it in your sub folder, or use it as a quick formative check.
Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.
Teaching tips and variations:
Send it home as homework so families can see what their child is learning in math.
Keep a few copies in your early finisher bin for independent review.
Slip the page into a sheet protector so students can practice again with dry-erase markers.
Skills covered: Averages, Math
File type: PDF, ready to print.
Number of pages: 3 (1 worksheet page, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).
This printable is part of the Have Fun Teaching collection of math resources for elementary classrooms and homeschools. Visit our shop for more practice pages on related skills. Have Fun Teaching on Teach Simple





