Students learn to break a tricky word problem into steps — solving one part, then using that answer to solve the next — instead of guessing at the whole thing at once.
Students will be able to…
Some problems can’t be solved in one step. How do you break a big problem into smaller steps you already know how to do?
Project each problem and read it aloud. Have students name the two steps, then choose the answer — the tool shows the full two-step solution.
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A problem that needs two moves — where do you start?
Teacher models the steps.
Class drives Solve It.
Students solve multi-step problems.
Explain your steps.
Aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, including the Standards for Mathematical Practice.
Solve multistep word problems using the four operations, including interpreting remainders.
Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving comparison.
Solve two-step word problems and assess reasonableness.
Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students write their own two-step word problems, then trade and solve each other’s — showing both steps. A printable problem-writing template is in the Math library.
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A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.