Problem Solving Math
*Act out the problem *Use models and manipulatives
*Make a picture or a diagram *Make a table or chart
*Make an organized list *Work backwards *Use logical reasoning; deduction
*Guess and check *Use or look for a pattern *Solve a simpler problem
*Write an equation *Brainstorm ideas
Let's Get Started
Challenge yourself to become better a problem solver. These problems will give you a chance to use the problem solving strategies.
1. Choose your problem set and print it out.
2. Work through each problem, showing your work on the page.
3. You can use a calculator.
3. Turn in your problem set to your EY teacher to grade.
4. Let your teacher know that the answer key is on this page. To get the password email the EY teacher at your school.
