Less than $5 Homeschool Word Problems Centers

Engage your students with our Fall Word Games! This includes code breakers, word scrambles, word search, and an acrostic poem worksheet—all designed with fun fall themes.

Contents:

These Fall Word Games are packed with engaging activities that your students will love. Included are:

• 3 Code Breakers: Each with a dingbat-style font, providing images for each letter of the alphabet. There are 9 codes on each page for students to decipher.
• 2 Word Scrambles: Featuring 12 fall-themed words on each page for students to unscramble.
• 1 Word Search: Containing 10 fall-themed words for students to find.
• 1 Acrostic Poem Worksheet: Allowing students to express their creativity with fall-themed acrostic poems.
• Answer Keys: For all activities to help teachers quickly and easily verify student work.

All activities are in black and white to ensure easy printing and to keep printing costs low.

Why You'll Love This Product:

• Engaging and Educational: These word games not only entertain but also help improve vocabulary, spelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Seasonal Fun: The fall theme adds a festive touch to your classroom activities, making learning fun and relevant.
• Easy to Use: With answer keys included, these activities are ready to go and require minimal preparation.
• Versatile: Perfect for use in classrooms, homeschooling, or as extra practice at home.
• Print-Friendly: Black and white design saves on printing costs, making it a budget-friendly option.

Who This Product Is For:

• Elementary School Teachers: Looking for fun, seasonal activities to engage their students.
• Homeschooling Parents: Seeking easy-to-use, educational activities for their children.
• After-School Program Coordinators: Wanting engaging and educational activities for students.
• Tutors: Looking for seasonal, educational resources to use during sessions.
• Parents: Who want to provide their children with fun and educational activities at home.

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Solving math story problems can be challenging! Engage students with this Thanksgiving-themed interactive Google slides activity to help them explore and make sense of math word problems. Students will solve multiplication & division word problems using digital moveable modeling pieces to show their mathematical thinking.

Do your students dread solving math word problems? 

Word problems can be so difficult for students because they struggle to carefully read the problems and identify the correct operation to solve them. I created this tool to make solving word problems fun and to help students model story problems in a variety of ways with easy-to-use moveable pieces to help visualize and make sense of math word problems. 

Do your students need more practice reading math word problems carefully?

This tool will help your students read math story problems more carefully by giving them tools to read and draw out the information in the story problem. The time they spend creating their drawing will help them think through the problem. 

Are you looking for a Thanksgiving math activity that is rigorous and based on standards? 

This thanksgiving-themed interactive math word problem resource is a fun way to get students in the holiday spirit but still focus on developing a critical math skill. 

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This resource includes:

★24 interactive slides for solving multiplication & division story problems

• Google Slides
• PowerPoint
• Moveable graphics, numbers, and text boxes for students to show their thinking digitally
• Slides are partially editable
• 20 one-step multiplication and division word problems
• 4 multi-step challenge multiplication and division story problems 

★3 Video Model Examples

Each youtube video shows how to think through and solve a multiplication and division story problem using the modeling tool.

• Quick Model of How to Use Modeling Tool
• Multiplication Story Problem Example Problem
• Division Story Problem Example Problem

★Worksheet Pages

• 5 pages that include all the story problems that are included in the resource

★4 Different Student Recording Sheets

★Answer Key Slides & Pages

• Interactive slide answer key with modeling examples for every question
• Worksheet answer key
• Record sheet answer key
• Answer key embedded in Google form

★Self-Grading Google Form

• Save time and gather formative data on student performance
• Answers already inputted for you
• Students can record answers on the record sheet, then input answers into the Google Form for immediate feedback on their performance
• Receive valuable data on the next steps for teaching or reteaching this skill.

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Who?

This resource is designed for third-grade and fourth-grade students and could also be used for fifth-grade students who need extra support. 

Since the resource is aligned to 3rd-grade standard 3.0A.A.3 (multiplication and division problems through 100), it is a great resource for upper elementary students to work on independently during math centers. 

This resource is a fantastic way for your students to practice analyzing story problems and determining whether they need to multiply or divide based on the words in the problem. 

Common core aligned to CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.A.3 Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

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What will students learn?

Students will learn how to identify the correct operation (multiplication or division) based on the context of the problem. 

Students will use the modeling tool to identify keywords in the problem, determine the known and unknown information, and create a visual representation of what is happening in the story problem. 

The story problems include real-world situations so students can visualize the story problem and make sense of whether they should multiply or divide. 

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Ways to use this resource:

• Display the modeling tool on the board during whole group lessons and model solving multiplication and division story problems while students follow along on the worksheets
• Math centers
• math intervention groups
• independent learning
• distant learning
• small guided math groups
• Use the self-grading Google Form to gather formative data on student performance.

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Each slide includes:

• 1 Multiplication or division word problem
• Tools to highlight and underline parts of the problem*
• Set of directions on the side of the slide*
• A text box to fill in the known and unknown information in the story problem*
• A spot to drag the correct operation to use to solve the problem*
• 4 modeling tools: person, circle, x, and box to create a picture of the problem
• Moveable number and operation pieces
• An area designated for showing work to solve the problem
• A text box to type the equation or drag over number pieces to show the equation*
• A text box for the answer*

*indicates this part can be deleted or edited for each slide

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*******NOTE if you’re interested in this resource for task cards, which doesn’t include the modeling tool, click the link here:  Thanksgiving Math Word Problem Task Cards Multiply & Divide- Digital & Print The questions included are the same, but the resources are different. 

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Grab this fall-themed interactive digital math resource to help your students solve multiplication and division story problems!

Telling time using both analog & digital clocks: Three NO PREP exercises that teach writing the numbers and words, measuring hours and minutes, & adding and subtracting using a number line.

This 6-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below :

7 Pages Total Include:

1. Table of Contents

2. Tell & Write Time : write the time in numbers & words, complete with quick lesson, instructions & examples.

3. * * * Tell & Write Time Answer Sheet

4. Measuring Time in Minutes : count the time that has passed, using hours & minutes on analog & digital clocks, With short lesson & example.

5. * * * Measuring Time in Minutes Answer Sheet

6. Adding & Subtracting Time : using a number line to add/subtract an amount of time. With short lesson & example.

7. * * * Adding & Subtracting Time Answer Sheet

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Super Gamer Mario Math Practice Telling Time Addition Multiplication

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Kindergarten Word Problems First Grade Word problems Differentiated-Are you struggling to find age-appropriate addition and subtraction word problems for your kindergarten and first-grade classrooms that use decodable text? These ocean-themed word problems or number stories are perfect for engaging students as they are able to illustrate and write equations to show off what they know. This packet contains twenty number word problems for students to solve by answering addition and subtraction number stories. You can differentiate this set of word problems or use it at different times of the year as your students further develop their skills. You will receive ten word problems using addition and subtraction within ten, and ten more word problems for students to solve within twenty. I have also included a cute ocean-themed black and white cover page so you could staple this packet together as a booklet. Students will enjoy the ocean theme graphics and number stories.

You can print this booklet or use it in a digital format for virtual learning on Google Classroom. This activity addresses Common Core Standard K.OA.2 and 1.OA.2.

You can check out more pages in the preview. If you are interested in more fun-filled number stories throughout the year, please check out the links below:

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Bring the magic of winter into your math centers with this engaging Winter Word Problems Match game! Perfect for practicing subtraction within 10, this resource combines interactive fun with essential problem-solving skills. Ideal for small groups, independent practice, or math centers, this set of subtraction task cards features simple word problem task cards paired with vibrant pictures to support comprehension and keep students motivated.

What’s Included:

• A complete set of Winter Subtraction Word Problems cards.
• Matching picture cards to pair with each subtraction problem.
• Word problems designed specifically for subtraction within 10, making this a great resource for early learners.

How to Use:

1. Print and cut out the subtraction task cards and matching picture cards.
2. Lay out the cards for students to solve.
3. Students solve each subtraction within 10 game word problem and match it to the correct picture.
4. Use it as a self-checking activity, small group game, or independent math center activity.

This subtraction game is not only fun but also builds foundational math skills and boosts confidence in solving word problem task cards. The winter theme adds seasonal excitement to your classroom while reinforcing subtraction fluency.

Perfect for Kindergarten through 2nd grade, this Winter Subtraction resource is an essential addition to your math games and centers. Make subtraction practice engaging and interactive today!

Get your students excited for Thanksgiving with these engaging Adding and Subtracting Decimals Task Cards! Designed for upper elementary and middle school learners, these 20 task cards feature fun Thanksgiving-themed scenarios that help students practice their decimal addition and subtraction skills. Perfect for centers, group activities, or individual practice, these cards will keep your students motivated while reinforcing essential math concepts.

What’s Included:

• 20 Task Cards featuring Thanksgiving-themed word problems focused on adding and subtracting decimals.
• Answer Key for quick and easy assessment.
• Printable PDF format for easy access and use.

Task Card Examples:

1. Sarah buys 2.50 pounds of turkey at $3.25 per pound. How much does she spend?
2. A can of cranberry sauce costs $2.79, and a bag of stuffing costs $3.49. What is the total cost?
3. Jack has 10.50 pounds of potatoes. He uses 3.25 pounds for mashed potatoes. How many pounds are left?

Need to fill those few days or hours before Thanksgiving break with something related to Thanksgiving, but still keep it meaningful to the educational process? Try this fun Thanksgiving themed math activity! Task cards are always a hit with my students - and these will be with yours, too!

You get 32 task cards, ranging from simple, single step problems to more complex multi (2 and 3) step problems. Skills cover addition and subtraction of up to 3 digits, multiplication of 1 and 2 digit numbers, basic division, basic fractions, and working with money amounts.

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Unlock the potential of your students with this incredible set of 100 detailed word problem task cards pack. Each card is a valuable resource designed to expand their proficiency in addition, subtraction, doubling and halving. With a focus on numbers between 0 to 100, these printable task cards are tailored to offer a comprehensive learning experience.

Key Features of this pack:

• Diverse Themes: Immerse your students in five captivating themes - Dinosaurs, Space, Safari Jungle, Insects and Bugs, and the Ocean. Each theme presents 20 unique story sums, adding context and excitement to every math challenge.
• Skill Mastery: These task cards are more than just problems; they are opportunities to master math skills. Whether it's adding, subtracting, or employing advanced techniques like doubling and halving, these cards are designed to help students gain confidence and proficiency.
• Versatile Learning: Perfect for individual or group work, math centers or as engaging homework assignments. These cards offer a dynamic way to reinforce concepts and provide ample practice.

Why Choose these amazing Word Problem Task Cards:

• Comprehensive Practice: Covering numbers from 0 to 100, these cards offer a thorough practice ground for a wide range of math abilities.
• Thematic Engagement: Transport your students to exciting realms with themes that make learning math an adventure.
• Incredible Value: With 100 cards across five themes, this pack is a treasure trove of valuable resources for your math curriculum.

Get your Word Problem Task Cards Pack today and watch your students flourish in their mathematical journey.

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Students will complete whole number and whole number and decimal division problems in teams to find hidden codes to unlock a treat. This activity can be played with a Breakout Box, modified Breakout Box, or modified into an Escape Room activity with envelopes or pictures cards. This activity has a high level of student engagement. Students in 4th, 5th, and 6th graders will practice both word problems and computations for whole number division and whole number by decimal division. The activity is self-checking.

Are you looking for a resource that covers CCSS 5.NF.3- Fractions as Division? This set of engaging and hands-on task cards was created to help your 5th graders practice Fractions as Division with 24 different word problems.

What's included?

• 24 printable task cards
• Recording sheet
• Answer Key
• Google Form version of Task Cards (completely editable and grades immediately out of 100)

Many different ways to use this in your classroom!

• Use as a center
• Test prep/EOG review
• Display in hallway for an engaging and active activity
• Use with a board game
• Play a game with the whole class
• Play SCOOT
• Use for early finisher work
• Virtual/Distance Learning

Are you looking for more 5.NF.3 resources? Check out what I have below!

• 5.NF.3 Worksheets
• 5.NF.3 Exit Ticket and Quiz
• 5.NF.3 Bundle! Includes all resources

Other popular resources!

• All 5th Grade Math Standards Worksheet Bundle
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Engage students in February math activities with this set of Valentine’s Day themed task cards for solving math word problems. 24 task cards to practice solving multiplication and division story problems available in digital and print.

Each math word problem task card is available in the following formats:

• Short answer and multiple choice task cards
• Printable task cards in both color and black & white
• Digital task cards formatted on Google slides- NO PREP option to easily add to Google Classroom in both multiple choice and short answer format 
• Self-grading Google forms- NO PREP option that grades student answers for you, provides students with immediate feedback, and provides you with data on student performance. SAVE TIME- no grading! 
• Easel Activity

Solving word problems can be very challenging for students. Coming up with these questions on your own can take forever. SAVE TIME and ENERGY with these ready to go task cards that provide students with real world examples to practice and reinforce solving multiplication and division story problems. 

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Common Core Aligned:

Aligned to 3rd grade standard below, but could be beneficial for all upper elementary grades including 4th and 5th graders who need more support in deciphering whether a word problem indicates multiplication or division. 

Students will practice:

• Reasoning to determine if the unknown quantity can be found through multiplication or division 
• Solving multiplication and division word problems within 100
• Identifying the known and unknown quantities in the problem

Aligned to CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.A.3 Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

★ 20 Short Answer Task Cards: Tasks require students to solve one step multiplication and division story problems. Choose to have students write their own equations to represent problems and/or solve for the answer. 

★ 20 Multiple Choice Task Cards: Students choose between 4 choices for their answer. Answer choices are specifically tailored so that the incorrect operation answer is an option.

★ 4 Challenge Task Cards (Short answer & Multiple Choice): These more advanced multi-step math word problems involve all four operations for students to practice solving more complex problems.

★2 Sets of Digital Task Cards Google Slides: Use these to project task cards on board for whole group lessons and activities, or assign to students for paperless task card activities.

• Short answer- removable text box available for students to type answers
• Multiple choice- draggable pieces to box correct answer and cross out incorrect choices

★2 Self-grading Google Forms: Effortlessly collect data, analyze student performance, and provide students with immediate feedback. 

• Available in short answer and multiple choice
• NO PREP- Students can complete task cards directly in Google form with a task card image uploaded for each question.
• Short answer version has 2 questions per task card- students choose the correct operation to solve the problem, then provide the answer.
• Students can fill in Google form after recording answers on the record sheet to receive immediate feedback.
• Make the Google form your own by adding, deleting, or editing questions. Break form up into multiple days of exit tickets or customize for different groups of students. 
• Answers for short answer and multiple choice questions are loaded into the form as well as feedback for students on most questions. 

★ Printable Recording Sheets: Multiple recording sheets to help differentiate for students

• Basic- includes space for students to record their answer
• Labeled- includes the label for the answer to the problem- helpful for students who need additional scaffolding to understand story problems and the answer they’re solving for
• Circle operation- includes both the x & ÷ sign for students to circle the operation they used- helpful for reinforcing to students the importance of carefully analyzing problems to determine the correct operation to use
• Space to show work: Recording sheets with 4 problems per page are included if you want students to show work on the recording sheet. 

★ Answer Keys: Easily score student work with printable recording sheet or digital Google form.

• Quick reference printable record sheet- includes answers and labels for all problems
• Self-grading Google Form- answers included for all multiple choice and short answer questions. Students enter in answers to Google form and it grades responses for you! Get valuable feedback on student performance and export data right into Excel. 

Task cards include mainly Valentine’s Day theme questions for the month of February.

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WAYS TO USE TASK CARDS: Ideas for fun holiday math activities and other ways to engage students before winter break

• Play SCOOT- Place each card on a desk and give students the recording sheet. Students will scoot between stations as they solve problems. 

• Set up a scavenger hunt- place cards around room as students do a gallery walk and work on solving problems in pairs or independently

• Four Corners for multiple choice- Determine which corner of the room will represent answer A, B, C, and D: display a digital version of the Task Card, give students thinking time, then students go to the corner of the answer they choose.

• Morning work, warm up, bell ringer- display task card digitally

• Small group guided practice- easily differentiate and scaffold in small math groups

• Mini lessons- guide and model how to solve word problems for students

• Independent practice during math rotations or math centers

• Partner work during math rotations or math centers

• Exit ticket or check for understanding using Google Forms

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HOW TO UTILIZE DIGITAL VERSIONS?

• Project task cards using the Google slides version 
• Students complete task cards directly in Google Form (use as check point, assessment, check for understanding)- super easy NO PREP paperless option
• Students complete task cards in Google slides or using the physical task cards, record answers on the record sheet, and then transfer answers to Google form.

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I hope your elementary students love these fun valentine themed multiplication and division math task cards for word problems!

Make math centers exciting with this interactive Winter Addition matching game! Perfect for practicing addition within 10, this resource helps students build problem-solving skills while having fun. With clear word problem task cards and matching picture cards, this winter addition math center is ideal for engaging early learners in small groups, independent work, or whole-class activities.

What’s Included:

• A set of addition word problem task cards focused on addition within 10.
• Matching picture cards to support comprehension and provide a hands-on learning experience.
• Fun, winter-themed designs to keep students engaged and motivated.

How to Use:

1. Print and cut out the addition task cards and matching picture cards.
2. Students read each addition word problem and solve it.
3. They match the correct picture card to the word problem.
4. Use it for math centers, partner activities, or as a self-checking game.

This Winter Addition Math Center is perfect for building confidence in solving addition within 10 with pictures while adding seasonal fun to your lessons. Whether used in Kindergarten, 1st grade, or 2nd grade, it’s a versatile and engaging resource for your classroom.

Bring math to life with this Winter Addition Word Problems matching game today!

Are you working on teaching your students about money? Totaling money amounts? Adding and subtracting money or decimal numbers? Try these task cards out for extra practice, intervention review, or advanced practice for those that need a bit of enrichment! You get 32 colorful task cards (they do print very well in gray scale), answer sheet, four bonus practice worksheets, and answer keys! Also included are 2 bonus practice sheets, a blank answer page, and answer keys. Use these task cards for a variety of activities - whole group games such as Scoot or Jeopardy; small group work, independent seat work, workstations or centers, or for test review. Mine love to do "math around the room". I tape the cards up around the room and allow them time to "find" the cards and solve them as they move around.

Looking for a fun way to help your students master CCSS 5.NF.4 Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Numbers? Look no further! This bundle has everything you need to help your students be successful!

What's included:

• 6 practice worksheets (16 computation problems and 16 word problems)
• 24 Task Cards (printable and Google Form version)
• Exit ticket (printable for journals)
• 10 question quick check assessment (printable and Google Form version)

Other popular resources!

• 5.NF.3 Fractions as Division Bundle
• 5.NF.7 Dividing Fractions Bundle
• All 5th Grade Math Standards Worksheet Bundle
• 5th Grade Fractions Unit Bundle- All Fraction Standards

Engage upper elementary students in November math centers with this set of Thanksgiving-themed task cards for solving math word problems. 24 task cards to practice solving multiplication and division story problems available in digital and print options. Students will solve one-step multiplication & division story problems and determine if they need to multiply or divide to find their answer. (4 CHALLENGE problems with multi-steps).

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Do your students struggle to choose the correct operation when solving math story problems?

Solving word problems can be very challenging for students. These task cards provide real-world examples to practice and reinforce for solving multiplication and division story problems. Perfect for math centers, intervention, distance learning, independent practice, or small group lessons.

Are you looking for a Thanksgiving math activity that is rigorous and based on standards? 

These thanksgiving-themed multiplication and division task cards are a fun way to get students in the holiday spirit but still focus on a critical math skill. Choose to use these for math centers or play a class game of Scoot before Thanksgiving break.

Are you tired of trying to come up with story problems on your own?

Thinking of story problem questions on your own can take forever. SAVE TIME and ENERGY with these ready-to-go math story problem task cards that provide students with real-world examples to practice and reinforce solving multiplication and division story problems. 

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24 math word problem task cards available in the following formats:

★ Short answer task cards

★ Multiple choice task cards

★ Color printing

★ Black & White printing

★  Digital Task cards for Google Slides 

★ Self-grading Google Form Digital Task cards 

★ Easel Activity

★ Answer Keys

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WHO?

These multiplication and division task cards are designed for third-grade and fourth-grade students, but could also be used for fifth-grade students who need additional support. 

Students will practice:

• Reasoning to determine if the unknown quantity can be found through multiplication or division 
• Solving multiplication and division word problems within 100
• Identifying the known and unknown quantities in the problem

An excellent resource for your upper elementary students to use during math centers! 

Common core aligned to CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.A.3 Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

★ 20 Short Answer Thanksgiving-themed Task Cards

• Students solve one-step multiplication and division story problems. 

★ 20 Multiple Choice Thanksgiving-themed Task Cards

• Students choose between 4 answer choices
• Answer choices include the incorrect operation as an answer choice. 

★ 4 Challenge Task Cards (Short answer & Multiple Choice):

• Advanced multi-step math word problems include all four operations for students to practice solving more complex problems.

★ 2 Sets of Digital Task Cards Google Slides

• Digital Short Answer Task Cards- editable text box for students to type answers directly onto the slide

• Digital Multiple Choice Task Cards- draggable pieces for students to box the correct answer and cross out the incorrect choices

★ 2 Self-grading Google Forms

• Short Answer Self-grading Google Form- Question 1: Students choose the correct operation (multiplication or division), Question 2: students type in the answer.

• Multiple Choice Self-grading Google Form

• SAVE TIME with NO PREP and NO grading! 

• Provide students with immediate feedback

• The answer key is already input into the form for you

• Effortlessly collect data on student performance. 

Ways to use Self-Grading Google Form

• Students can use printable task cards during centers and record answers on the record sheet. Next, students input their answers into the Google form to receive immediate feedback.

• Students can complete task cards directly in Google form with a task card image uploaded for each question.

• Formative assessment

• Choose to add, delete, or chunk questions over multiple days and use the Google form as an exit ticket. 

Student Recording Sheets in multiple formats

• Blank record sheet with numbers only
• Fill in record sheet with word problem labels (scaffolding option)
• Spot in the corner to circle the operation used
• Record sheets with questions 1-20 only
• Record sheets with room for challenge questions

Answer Key

• Formatted on the record sheet
• Included in Google forms

Task cards include fall-themed math story problem questions for the month of November.

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WAYS TO USE TASK CARDS in your classroom: Ideas for fun holiday math activities and other ways to engage students before Thanksgiving break

• Play SCOOT- Place each card on a desk and give students the recording sheet. Students will scoot between stations as they solve problems. 

• Set up a scavenger hunt- place cards around the room as students do a gallery walk and work on solving problems in pairs or independently

• Four Corners for multiple choice- Determine which corner of the room will represent answers A, B, C, and D: display a digital version of the Task Card, give students thinking time, then students go to the corner of the answer they choose.

• Morning work, warm up, bell ringer- display task card digitally

• Small group guided practice- easily differentiate and scaffold in small math groups

• Mini lessons- guide and model how to solve word problems for students

• Independent practice during math rotations or math centers

• Partner work during math rotations or math centers

• Exit ticket or check for understanding using Google Forms

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HOW TO UTILIZE DIGITAL Task Cards?

• Project task cards on the whiteboard using the Google slides version 

• Students complete task cards directly in Google Form (use as a checkpoint, assessment, check for understanding)- super easy NO PREP paperless option

• Students complete task cards in Google slides or using the physical task cards, record answers on the record sheet, and then transfer answers to Google form.

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******NOTE if you’re interested in this resource but would like an interactive digital version, click here: Thanksgiving Math Word Problems Interactive Math Activity- Google Slides. The questions included are the same, but the resources are different.

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Winter Holiday Math Word Problem Task Cards Multiply & Divide

Winter Holiday Math Multiplication and Division Word Problem Task Card Bundle

Valentine's Day Multiplication & Division Word Problem Task Cards

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I hope your students love these fun Thanksgiving-themed word problem task cards for multiplication and division story problems!

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What's included:

• 4 practice worksheets
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• Exit ticket (printable for journals)
• 10 question quick check assessment (printable and Google Form version)

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What's included:

• 6 practice worksheets (16 computation problems and 16 word problems)
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What's included?

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Many different ways to use this in your classroom!

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