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Problem Writing: Be the Author

Word Problems: Multiple Strategies

Day 130of 180
Week 26of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Create simple word problems using addition and subtraction

2

Demonstrate understanding of mathematical story structures

3

Practice creative thinking and problem-solving skills

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 24:3-4

“Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established. By knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.”

— Proverbs 24:3-4 (WEB)

Just as we build understanding through careful problem-solving, we build wisdom step by step

📦 Materials Needed

  • Drawing paper
  • Pencils
  • Crayons
  • BibleMouse word problem template
  • Hundreds chart
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Explain how mathematicians and teachers create word problems to help others learn

💭 Review Question: What types of word problems have we solved this week?
2Teaching (10 min)

Demonstrate how to create a word problem using familiar scenarios

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Start with a story your friends or family would enjoy
  • Include clear numbers
  • Make sure the problem can be solved
  • Use addition or subtraction
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What makes a good word problem?
  • Can you think of a story from your day that could become a math problem?
3Activity: BibleMouse Problem Authors (12 min)
project

Create 2-3 original word problems to share with family

📝 Instructions:
  1. Draw a picture to show your story
  2. Write numbers clearly
  3. Include a math question
  4. Check that your problem can be solved
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Create one problem with parent help

Challenge: Create problems with multiple steps

4Closing (3 min)

Share problems with family members

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was fun about creating your own problem?
  • Was it harder or easier than solving problems?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore finding missing numbers in equations

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

First-grade students are learning to translate real-life situations into mathematical language

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Help child focus on clear, solvable problems
  • Celebrate creativity
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children may create problems that are too complex or impossible to solve

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Clear numbers, logical story, solvable equation

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a BibleMouse problem-solving book to share
  • Play 'Solve My Problem' game with family members

Ready for Tomorrow?

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