Word Problem Detectives

A four-part Grade 4 math unit mastering fraction comparison strategies (4.NF.A.2): different denominators, unit fractions, same numerators, and mixed-strategy problem solving. Each lesson includes a Teacher Guide with answer keys, Independent Practice, Homework, and an Exit Ticket.

A 10-question third-grade math placement assessment featuring real-world word problems across place value, multi-digit addition and subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, time, measurement, and area, paired with a teacher answer key and placement guide.

A teacher answer key and placement scoring guide for the Math Trail Placement Assessment, featuring step-by-step solutions, targeted third-grade math skills for all 10 word problems, and placement tier recommendations.

A 3-day adapted Math Unit 2 sequence based on Lesson 1 (Projecting and Scaling), streamlined and scaffolded for students with 1st-grade math skills using simple whole numbers, hands-on sorting, visual checks, and simplified language.

A winter holiday themed lesson focused on identifying key subtraction vocabulary words in word problems through guided examples, sentence-pair practice, an exit ticket, and homework.

A 10-question printable third-grade math placement assessment featuring real-world word problems with generous blank workspaces for student drawings, models, and equations. Covers place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, two-step problems, fractions, elapsed time, area, and measurement.

A two-day practice series for Tuesday and Thursday focusing on the standard addition and subtraction algorithm with 3-digit numbers. Problems are scrambled across each 3-page packet and span no regrouping, single regrouping, double regrouping, borrowing, double borrowing, and borrowing across zeroes.

Day 4 applies the corner line-up and equal-groups strategies to solve the target problem: identifying which measurement pairs are scaled copies of a 12 cm by 3 cm rectangle using visual models, 4-group addition, and ruler checks.

A visual, step-by-step slide deck teaching 5th-grade special education students three core word problem comprehension strategies: highlighting key details, identifying the question, and organizing information. Features color-coded strategy cues, chunked examples, and a guided practice problem.

A two-day Grade 3 measurement and data sequence covering standards 3.MD.5, 3.MD.6, and 3.MD.7. Students progress from counting unit squares and tiling rectangles on Tuesday to applying the distributive property and decomposing rectilinear figures on Thursday, supported by I Do / We Do / You Do work packets, lesson plans, answer keys, and visual scaffolds.

Lesson 4 brings together all fraction comparison strategies—unit fractions, same numerators, benchmarks, and common denominators—for mixed practice and error analysis.

A 2-page printable math worksheet where students add challenging squishy prices requiring regrouping to find total money amounts, then calculate change from $10.00 and $20.00 bills. Includes a Squishy Price Menu, multi-squishy addition problems, checkout making-change problems, and a build-your-own squishy bag challenge.