Critical Thinking Math Worksheets for Ages 6-8 - Page 2
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Thomas Edison’s Invention Arrays Worksheet
Test your students' knowledge on history by asking them what Thomas Edison invented. If they get the right answer, provide more information on other inventors. Check out this printout of Edison's light bulb inventions laid out in arrays. Get them to match each array to the correct multiplication fact.
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Big Medium Small Worksheet
Kids practice size words as they spot big, medium, and small objects. It's an entertaining way to help children describe the world around them.
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Growing Jamestown Worksheet
This exciting multiplication worksheet from Kids Academy uses American history facts as its theme. Kids learn about Native Americans helping early Americans at Jamestown, then read the word problems, match the equations and solve for the product. Finally, circle the correct answer!
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Divide up the Garden Worksheet
Dividing is simply grouping items into equal sets. This worksheet helps kids see division problems in array form. They'll match each equation with a picture group, using the lines provided. It's a great way for beginners to understand division more concretely.
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Arctic Explorers Worksheet
Help your child pack supplies for a team of scientists' trip to the North Pole! Before beginning, explain how efforts are needed to protect endangered animals like polar bears. Encourage them to check the correct clothing needed for the extremely cold region. For example, warm and protective clothing is essential.
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Length Comparison Quest Worksheet
Knowing measurement tools and how to use them is just the start. To be proficient, your kid must be able to accurately compare objects and their lengths. With the 'Length Comparison Quest' worksheet, they will check the correct length of the traffic light in the picture and then compare other objects to it, marking those that measure 4 feet shorter.
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Word Problems: Assessment 2 Worksheet
This bear-themed worksheet is a great way to test subtraction skills. Have your child read the word problems and match the correct drawing with the answer. It's a fun way to quiz them without them even knowing. Enjoy counting cute snoozing bears! (80 words)
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What Train Car Comes Before? Worksheet
Download this worksheet with your kids and have them identify the colorful objects pictured. Count the toys in the three trains together, then check the missing group of toys from the options provided. Have fun! (80 words)
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Solving Problems with Flags of the World Worksheet
Name some countries you know with your kids, then introduce their flags with this worksheet. Help them find the missing number in each addition problem, and then check the answer. It's a fun way to learn about different countries near and far.
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Leprechaun Maze Printable
Help the leprechaun find his pot of gold! Challenge your learner with this St. Patrick's Day worksheet. Let them identify odd or even numbers in the maze and connect the dots. It will be a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
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Party Problems Worksheet
Problems at parties? No problem! With this engaging PDF worksheet, your student can connect word problems to pictures, check correct answers, and find the sum of 3 addend problems. They'll be a party-saving hero in no time!
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The Road of 4’s to Jamestown Worksheet
Does your child enjoy trips? Help them remember the best ones with this fun worksheet maze! Get your kid to look at the picture and draw a line through all the right multiplication facts to get to Jamestown's trading post. This worksheet is a great way to stimulate their problem-solving skills.
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Using Squares to Make Rectangles Worksheet
Creating shapes from other shapes (composing shapes) develops spatial skills, an essential geometry standard for young students. This worksheet introduces familiar square objects, then demonstrates how they create rectangles. Students practice tracing and then drawing the shape independently. Download this free math resource for the classroom today! (80 words)
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African Animal Safari Worksheet
Help students learn geography and math, with this worksheet. Examine the graph and ask your students questions. Have them answer using the graph and addition/subtraction exercises. This can help them name continents, countries, and animals unique to each.
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Assessment: Aquarium Sign Worksheet
Take your kids to an aquarium and marvel at the sea creatures! Help them identify the animals they see, and ask them which one is their favorite. Look at the aquarium sign and point to each creature. Ask your kids the questions and help them circle the right answer.
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World Traveler Worksheet
Kids love exploring the world? Inez sure does! She's seen oceans and continents around the globe. Your kids can help her figure out what fraction of the world she has visited. Have them name all the countries they've been to, then look at the marked sections on the printout to find out!
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Critical thinking in math for children aged 6-8 is essential because it lays the foundation for both academic success and real-world problem-solving. At this developmental stage, children are naturally curious and have a strong capacity for absorbing new information. By introducing critical thinking in math, parents and teachers can harness this curiosity and shape their problem-solving abilities and logical reasoning skills early on.
Critical thinking involves going beyond simple rote memorization or the mechanical application of formulas; it encourages children to question why and how things work, identify patterns, and apply concepts in various contexts. This developmental approach nurtures an inquisitive mindset, which is crucial for learning and innovation.
Moreover, it helps children build resilience and perseverance as they learn to tackle complex problems, fostering a growth mindset. As they grow and face increasingly challenging academic and real-life situations, these foundational skills will enable them to approach problems methodically and creatively.
In essence, focusing on critical thinking in math equips children not just for higher academic pursuits but also with lifelong skills that are invaluable in a complex, rapidly changing world. It transforms them from passive recipients of information into active, thoughtful individuals capable of making sound decisions and solving problems efficiently.
