Problem of the Day

This word problem will get kids thinking about numbers!

Kara is making punch for a party. She can use 2 of these tools to measure the punch.  Which should she use?

Write a fraction to describe which part of the shapes shown are trapezoids.  

Find the missing number.  5 problems on a page, large print

Draw the shape below on dot paper. Find the perimeter of the shape. Draw another shape with the same perimeter.  

Daryl plays the saxophone.  He practices 2 hours each day.  His friend Cara plays the piano.  She practices 1 hour each day.  After 5 days, how many more hours has Daryl practices the saxophone than Cara has practiced the piano?  

Draw objects that would have lengths of about 2 inches, about 2 feet, and about 2 yards.  How can you check your estimates?  

In Uganda, shibiri and mokono are used as units of measure.  Use each unit to measure a table in your classroom.  Did you use more shibiri units or more mkono units?  Explain your answer.  

Two example "Problem of the day" problems to solve.  Topic: Measuring

Are the strings the same length?  If not, which string is longer?  Tell why you think so.