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Open-ended Math Problem Solving Cards – Middle Elementary

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20 pages (PDF)|Suitable for Grades: 3 - 4

A set of 20 open-ended problem solving cards covering a range of mathematical concepts.

These open-ended problem solving cards will promote deep, thoughtful, and creative responses from your students. More than one answer is acceptable; exploring possibilities is encouraged. The problems cover a range of mathematical concepts, such as number, space, measurement, chance, and data.

Use these problem solving cards at the beginning of your lesson, as a group activity or as an enrichment task for early finishers.

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