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?  

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.  

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

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.