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Maths - Problem Solving

Maths

 


 

Welcome to the Maths pages.
Look at the Problem Solving resources listed below,
or browse around the other Maths sections using the bar above.

  • How Many Squares on a Chessboard? - A simple investigation which requires a methodical approach if the correct answer is to be attained.
  • Understanding Word Problems - Use your comprehension time to discuss strategies for understanding word problems!
  • Lunar Theme Park PDF File - A problem solving activity, in which children have to design their own theme park. Instructions and resouces included. Contributed by Jeremy Harris.
  • Solving Problems - Numbers PDF File - A set of three differentiated worksheets, based around solving problems with numbers. Contributed by Mary-Anne Crook.
  • Solving Problems - Money PDF File - A set of three differentiated worksheets, based around solving problems with money. Contributed by Mary-Anne Crook.
  • Solving Problems - Measures PDF File - A set of three differentiated worksheets, based around solving problems with measures. Contributed by Mary-Anne Crook.
  • Solving Problems - Time PDF File - A set of three differentiated worksheets, based around solving problems with time. Contributed by Mary-Anne Crook.
  • Writing Number Sentences PDF File - A set of three differentiated worksheets, requiring children to write problems based around given sums. Contributed by Mary-Anne Crook.
  • Inverse Problems PDF File - A PDF by Kate Beaumont, dealing with how to check answers by usng the inverse.
  • Inverse Problems 2 PDF File - A PDF by Kate Beaumont, dealing with how to check answers by usng the inverse.
  • Word Problems PDF File - A set of word problems (in PDF), which provide children with further practice at answering these types of Maths questions.
  • Word Problems PDF File - A set of word problems (PDF) involving different functions, and testing the children's ablility to identify what functions are needed to answer word problems. Contributed by James Gore.
  • Word Problems PDF File - A set of worksheets (PDF), containing a variety of different word problems. Contributed by a visitor:
  • Teaching Problems - Some advice and tips for teaching problem solving to children.
  • Word Problem Labels Word Document - Word problems based on perimeter, area, time and distance, which are set out on address labels so the children can stick them in their books. Red is higher ability, Blue core, Green lower and Yellow for those with SEN. There are extra blank sheets for you to add your own, or put the learning objective. Contributed by Carol Vincent.
  • Magic Squares Word Document - Can you children complete these magic squares? Contributed by Lisa Daniels.
  • Magic Squares PDF File - A collection of PDFs, which prompt children to look carefully at the properties of magic squares. Contributed by Jim Landers.
  • Number Challenge PDF File - An investigation (in PDF) requiring children to use numbers in a variety of ways to find other numbers. Contributed by Gary Walkington.
  • Bingo Investigation - Maths investigation based around a short play (scripts and information is included).
  • Toffee Tin Investigation Word Document - A challenging Maths investigation, originally designed use for Year 6. Contributed by David Hatchett.
  • Problem Solving Recording / Analysis Grid PDF File - An excellent way to record working out when doing word problems. Contributed by David Hatchett.
  • KS2 Blank Word Problems Grid PDF File - A blank grid (PDF) for teachers to record word problems on and for the children to then record their working out and answers on.

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