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Math Problem-Solving Strategies: Mastering Word Problems (Grades 1/2)

Completed by 9 learners
Ages 6-7
Live Group Class
Challenge your child's mind with my exciting summer math program! This program is designed to develop problem-solving skills to tackle word problems confidently. Give your child the tools they need to succeed academically.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(42 reviews)
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Live video meetings
1x per week
1-6 learners per class
30 min

What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 2
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Help your child become a confident problem solver! This 7-week course teaches students HOW to tackle challenging math word problems using proven strategies. 

Get $5 off my class with coupon code KUSTERSUMMERFUN5 until May 31, 2025.

WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE DIFFERENT:
• Clear ways to understand what the problem is asking
• Simple tools to organize information
• Smart strategies that really work
• Ways to check if answers make sense

WEEKLY STRATEGIES:
📊 Week 1: Guess and Check
📊 Week 2: Draw a Picture
📊 Week 3: Make an Organized List
📊 Week 4: Look for Patterns
📊 Week 5: Make a Table or Chart
📊 Week 6: Use Logical Reasoning
📊 Week 7: Work Backward

BY THE END OF THIS COURSE, STUDENTS WILL:
• Know exactly where to start on word problems
• Have specific strategies they can use
• Feel confident trying different approaches
• Know what to do when stuck
• Understand why their answers make sense

PERFECT FOR STUDENTS WHO:
• Say "I don't know how to start."
• Get frustrated with word problems
• Want to feel more confident in math
• Need clear ways to solve problems

WHY THESE STRATEGIES MATTER:
Each strategy gives students a specific tool they can use when facing any math problem. These aren't just tricks - they're real skills that work in class every day.

Don't miss out—enroll now for an unforgettable experience!

Learning Goals

Developing Mathematical Thinking:
Students will be able to approach mathematical problems with a mindset that emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and logical reasoning.
Problem-Solving Skills:
Students will demonstrate the ability to solve complex mathematical problems using appropriate information and problem-solving approaches.

Other Details

Supply List
Paper, pencil, or whiteboard, and a marker. Occasional printing needed. Common household items, such as Styrofoam cups, etc.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I have over 22 years of experience in education, specializing in gifted education, providing a solid foundation for teaching creative and logical skills.

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