Love it or hate it, the Common Core is here to stay. The topic of the recently-implemented Common Core State Standards has become a national conversation (debate, argument, war, etc.....) most recently joined by my favorite comedian, Louis C.K. Regardless of my opinion on the subject, I work hard to create supplemental materials, anchor charts, and fun activities to support the CCSS. As a Basic Skills Math Teacher, I support, review, and reinforce the curriculum that my students are learning in the classroom while identifying weaknesses and strengthening their foundational math skills. As we work our way through the Common Core, one type of question seems to be especially dreaded by both students and parents alike. Constructed Response questions do not only ask students for an answer that often involves several steps and operations, but requires the student to explain his or her answer in words. I once asked a first grader to explain his answer by writing a sentence, and he drew a happy face.
At least he didn't draw a sad face.
As part of a school-wide initiative, I created a set of problem-solving steps that outline the thought process that a student should go through while solving a word problem. Although these steps may seem obvious, I always try to find a way to break down each process for my students into the smallest of steps. These 8 x 11 mini posters also include a problem solving checklist and operations clue word note page. I keep them posted directly next to my whiteboard so I can reference them each time we are working on problem-solving skills.
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