For children who skip reading math word problems | Problems that require careful reading ①

Tutoring Manalink: math word problems, they pick out only the numbers to set up an equation, and then get it wrong because ...

Before you say 'Read it properly!': For children who can do calculations but get stuck on word problems (Grade 1, includes trial worksheet)

Do I add this? Or subtract it?”They can solve calculation problems, but the moment they see a word problem, their pencil ...
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Word Problems Get a Bad Rap in Math Class. Here’s How to Get Them Right

Students often struggle to connect math with the real world. Word problems—a combination of words, numbers, and mathematical operations—can be a perfect vehicle to take abstract numbers off the page.
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What’s the Problem With Word Problems?

Let’s pretend you’re back in math class. You might need to figure out answers to the following questions: If your doctor gave you three pills and told you to take one every half hour, how long would ...