As fifth graders, you will make decisions about how to approach problems & communicate their ideas. This is the type of math that you will deal with on a daily basis, the rest of your life. Math isn't found just in math class or math books, it's all around you!
One strategy for solving word problems is to follow this 4-step problem-solving process . Several graphic organizers are available, as well.
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PromlemSolving_Steps to Solving_HAIKU.doc |
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ProblemSolving_Graphic Organizer_HAIKU.doc |
"Thinking Blocks" is an innovative math tool that can teach you how to solve math word problems. Scroll down to your grade level & click on the activity you want to use. Sometimes, there will be a video lesson to watch & other times, word problems to solve.
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Video Lesson & Activities |
Learn about making a chart or tree diagram to figure out all the possible combinations of hamburgers or parts in a play.
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Hamburger Combinations |
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Tree Diagram |
Show your work so we can see how you figured out the answers to these questions & puzzles.
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Who owns the FISH? |
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Who's got the GOAT? |