Real life problems can be translated into mathematical word problems.
Brain Teasers
Challenge your brain! A new question every Wednesday. Divided by grade level. Archive of previous questions.
Elementary Problem of the Week
Challenging new problem each week for kids about 8-11.
Figure This!
Math challenges for families. Have fun figuring these out together.
Nick’s Mathematical Puzzles
These are challenging! #1: A rectangular sheet of paper is folded so that two diagonally opposite corners come together. If the crease formed is the same length as the longer side of the sheet, what is the ratio of the longer side of the sheet to the shorter side?
How to Solve Word Problems in Algebra
by Johnson, Mildred Translates the language of each type of word problem into math symbols; shows you how to set up the appropriate equations, solve and check your answers. Kindle Edition |
How to Solve Word Problems in Geometry
by Dawn B. Sova Detailed, easy-to-follow instruction in procedures for solving word problems, with an emphasis on the mechanics of problem-solving. The book can be used independently or in conjunction with any of the standard geometry texts on either the elementary or intermediate level. Kindle Edition |
