Christmas star word problems
- Age
- Ages 8–9
Math word problem worksheets
Read what happens and what is being asked before choosing an operation. “There are 8 pencils and 5 more arrive” gives 8 + 5; “there are 8 pencils and 5 are given away” gives 8 − 5.
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Read what happens and what is being asked before choosing an operation. “There are 8 pencils and 5 more arrive” gives 8 + 5; “there are 8 pencils and 5 are given away” gives 8 − 5. Draw the situation if the relationships are not yet clear.
What to check
Do not choose an operation from a single keyword. State what each number represents and answer with a sentence and a unit. Reread the question to check that you found exactly what was requested.
Explain and check
Work through one example aloud before independent practice. To check 18 + 7 = 25, calculate 25 − 7. If a word problem asks about meters or coins, include that unit and check whether the answer fits the situation.