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Catching Catfish - One-Step and Two-Step Problem Sort and Solve

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A sort and solve activity using one-step and two-step problem.

Students work together to sort the problems into one-step or two-step problems and then solve each problem.

8 problems include whole numbers, all operations, and are either one-step or two-step.

Use during guided maths, with small groups, or in centres.

This activity includes clear and concise teacher directions, a detailed answer key, and conversation starters that give students what they need to have meaningful academic discussions.

Common Core

Common Core Curriculum alignment

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.C.7
Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all pr...
In Grade 3 Standards for Mathematical Practice Operations & Algebraic Thinking Multiply and divide within 100
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NBT.A.2
Fluently add and subtract within 1000 using strategies and algorithms based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction.
In Grade 3 Standards for Mathematical Practice Number & Operations in Base Ten Use place value understanding and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic

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TeachTransform creates fun math activities that get students involved in real math. We bring decades of education experience to the task, and we believe that students learn best when teachers and students are having fun.

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