MA46.5a
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MA04 6.5a
Given a real-world problem solving situation, use an appropriate operation (any four basic math operation) and an appropriate method (paper-pencil, mental math, estimation, calculator, computer) to solve the problem.
Standard in Kid Friendly Language
Students will be able to decide when to add, subtract, multiply, or divide when given a real-world problem solving situation, and will choose an appropriate method to solve the problem.
Standard Unwrapped
KNOW Students will know
- strategies and properties of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- to look for clue words to determine which operation to use.
ABLE TO DO
- Solve (real-world problem using an appropriate method)
Instructional Strategies
checking account math learning the basics about a checking account
Assessment Strategies
rubric for problem solving Given a story problem, the student will use appropriate strategy to find the solution and use graphs and/or tables to illustrate and explain.
math writing rubric mathematical writing to inform rubric
Resources
word problems by 4th graders designed by two fourth graders for fourth graders who want to sharpen their math problem-solving skills. If you want to practice word problems, learn how to solve word problems, or share word problems you've written, this website is for you!
disaster problems real-life problem dealing with disaster, such as tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, blizzards, etc.
logical reasoning and pattern games
Projects and Activities
real world problem plan a trip use measurement to find shortest distance, mileage, expenses
