Solving Word Problems with Operations
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Solving Word Problems with Operations
Year 3-4 Mathematics Addition, Subtraction & Multiplication 60-minute lesson
WALT (We Are Learning To)
Identify the correct operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication) for word problems Solve calculations in real contexts like money, shopping, and parties Explain our reasoning for choosing operations Use multiplication as repeated addition
Success Criteria
I can read and understand word problems I can decide if I need to add, subtract, or multiply I can explain why I chose that operation I can solve problems accurately I can check my answers make sense
Operation Detective
Look for clue words in problems Addition: altogether, total, plus, combined Subtraction: left, remaining, difference, spent Multiplication: groups of, each, times, repeated
Guided Practice: Money Problems
Problem 1: Alice has $10. She buys a book for $4.25. How much money does she have left? What operation do we need? Why? Let's solve it step by step Check: Does our answer make sense?
Problem Types We'll Solve
{"left":"Addition Problems\nFinding totals and combining amounts\nShopping for multiple items\nCounting groups together","right":"Subtraction Problems\nFinding what's left over\nCalculating change from purchases\nFinding differences between amounts"}
Independent Practice
Work through worksheet problems Choose your operation first Write your number sentence Solve and check your answer Use play money or drawings if helpful
Extension Challenge
A chocolate bar costs $2.50 If I buy 4 bars, how much do I pay? Explain why multiplication is used here Show your working out