Math Links

Math Resources for Students

Key Words

Addition	In all                combined altogether        both total                 sum
Subtraction	fewer                change left                    how many more how much           how much more less                   fewer than difference        remains minus
Multiplication	each                        product groups                    twice equal                       rate times
Division	each                       divided equally group                      quotient

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Problem Solving Tips

• Read the problem carefully looking for clues and important information. Write down the clues, underline, or highlight the clues.

• Look for clues to determine which math operation is needed to solve the problem, for example addition, subtraction, etc. Look for key words like sum, difference, product, perimeter, area, etc. They lead to the operation needed to solve the problem.

• Eliminate all non-essential information by drawing a line through distracting information.

• Draw sketches, drawings, and models to see the problem.

Here are a few key things you could  do if your stuck.

use logical reasoning (think things through)
Use or make a table
Use manipulatives
Make it simpler
Use or look for a pattern
Trial and Error
Work Backwards
Brainstorm
Make a picture or a diagram

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Multiplication Tables

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Division Tables

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