$50

weekly

or $250 for 10 classes

Math Quest: Mastering Word Problems Through Engaging Challenges!

Ages 8-12

Live Group Course

Welcome to Math Quest: Mastering Word Problems! This engaging online course is designed to help your child develop strong problem-solving skills through real-world math challenges.

A. Uriel Mayen-Lugo

Live video meetings

2x per week, 5 weeks

2-6 learners per class

55 min

About Learning Overview Teacher Reviews

What's included

10 live meetings

9 hrs 10 mins in-class hours

Assignments

1 hour per week. included

Progress Report

included

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 5

Beginner - Advanced Level

Over the next five weeks, students will work on addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fraction-based word problems, strengthening their ability to apply math concepts in practical situations. Using interactive tools and digital activities, students will gain confidence in their mathematical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Each lesson includes differentiated support to meet individual learning needs. By the end of the course, your child will be equipped with strategies to tackle multi-step problems with ease!

Learning Goals

Develop Problem-Solving Strategies – Students will apply various mathematical strategies, such as drawing models, using number lines, and identifying key information, to solve word problems effectively.

Strengthen Mathematical Fluency – Students will improve their ability to quickly and accurately perform operations with whole numbers and fractions in real-world problem-solving contexts.

Syllabus

Curriculum

Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum

Standards

Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)

5 Units

10 Lessons

over 5 Weeks

Unit 1: Addition & Subtraction Word Problems

Lesson 1:

One-Step Word Problems (Addition)

 - Focus on one-step word problems using addition.
- Learn problem-solving strategies 
   (eg. number lines, bar models etc.).
- Engage in digital activities to reinforce learning.

55 mins online live lesson

Lesson 2:

One-Step Word Problems (Subtraction)

 - Focus on one-step word problems using subtraction.
- Learn problem-solving strategies 
   (eg. number lines, bar models etc.).
- Engage in digital activities to reinforce learning.

55 mins online live lesson

Unit 2: Multi-Step Addition & Subtraction Problems

Lesson 3:

Two-Step Problems Using Addition & Subtraction

 - Apply knowledge to multi-step real-world problems.
- Develop critical thinking skills for breaking down word problems.

55 mins online live lesson

Lesson 4:

Multi-Step Problems in Context

 - Apply knowledge to multi-step real-world problems.
- Develop critical thinking skills for breaking down word problems.

55 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites

Students should be in grades 3-5 and have foundational knowledge of basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

Supply List

Scratch paper, pencils, and optional printed worksheets

Language of Instruction

English (Level: A2)

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

A. Uriel Mayen-Lugo

Joined January, 2025

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

• Executed implementation of STEAM math and science curriculum.
• Taught an advanced curriculum to over 200 learners.
• Designed a yearlong plan for the Math and Science Department:
• Held one-on-one training sessions with Math/Science facilitators to meet school wide
learning targets and guide them in lesson planning.
• Created interactive lesson plans that gamify the classroom to make the leaning experience enjoyable for all learners.