Discover our engaging Math Problem-Solving Worksheets specifically designed for ages 6-9! These worksheets provide a fun and interactive way for young learners to develop critical math skills. Featuring a variety of problems that promote logical thinking, these worksheets help children master addition, subtraction, basic word problems, and more. Aligned with educational standards, our resources encourage problem-solving strategies while enhancing confidence in math. Ideal for classroom activities or at-home practice, our printable worksheets cater to diverse learning styles, making math enjoyable for every child. Empower your little learners to tackle challenges and boost their mathematical thinking today!


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Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet

This free worksheet challenges kids to use one-to-one representations and order of operations to solve basic addition and subtraction problems. They'll trace the correct equations and gain confidence with higher numbers. A great way to check their skills!
Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Subtraction Quest Worksheet
Subtraction Quest Worksheet

Subtraction Quest Worksheet

Send your little mathematicians on a quest full of fun! This free, downloadable PDF worksheet has them using base ten blocks to decide if the difference in each problem is 34. They'll solve each problem, marking equations where the difference is 34. It's a great way to build number sense and challenge themselves - plus, they won't even realize it's math!
Subtraction Quest Worksheet
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
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Interactive Addition Worksheet for Kindergarten
Interactive Addition Worksheet for Kindergarten

Starstruck Addition Printable

This interactive addition worksheet motivates your preschooler to practice addition and analyze number combinations. Their cognitive and analysis skills will be sharpened as they find the magic number in each problem.
Starstruck Addition Printable
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
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Rounding Numbers Down Worksheet
Rounding Numbers Down Worksheet

Rounding Numbers Down Worksheet

Does your child aspire to be a science researcher? This worksheet is the perfect place to start! Help your little one round the total number of animals seen in the desert to the nearest 10, then circle the correct answer for each. Fun and educational, this activity is a great way to help your kids get a taste of the science researcher lifestyle.
Rounding Numbers Down Worksheet
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Flower Fairy Addition Worksheet
Flower Fairy Addition Worksheet

Fairy Word Problems Printable

Fairy Word Problems Printable
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Add it Up Worksheet
Add it Up Worksheet

Add it Up Worksheet

The fire service is the right number to call in case of a fire. Test your children's safety knowledge by asking them other emergency numbers. Have them identify the fire truck in the worksheet and solve the number sentences. Guide them in drawing a line to the right answer.
Add it Up Worksheet
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Fossil Fact Families Worksheet
Fossil Fact Families Worksheet

Fossil Fact Families Worksheet

Kids love dinosaurs, so why not learn about fact families with some fun prehistoric friends? This PDF worksheet uses picture arrays to help kids understand the relationships between multipliers and dividends. It helps them build automaticity with multiplication facts so they can quickly solve division problems and see the relationships between the two fact families.
Fossil Fact Families Worksheet
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
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Money Word Problems for 3rd Grade
Money Word Problems for 3rd Grade

Money Word Problems Printable

Boost your 3rd grader's math skills with money word problems. This worksheet takes them to a witch's shop for a fun way to practice multiplication and division.
Money Word Problems Printable
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Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake
Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake

Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet

This winter-themed subtraction printable worksheet is perfect for a chilly day. The task: find the difference of 3!
Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
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The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet
The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet

The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet

Matter is anything that has weight and occupies space. Common examples include people, animals, objects and liquids. Have your kids understand this concept by looking at the levels of matter in this worksheet and completing the number sentence mathematical problems beneath.
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Homework Blues Worksheet
Homework Blues Worksheet

Homework Blues Worksheet

Cal and Sal don't love doing homework, just like your kids. Use this worksheet to help your children understand why homework is important. Read the passage together and then answer the questions at the bottom of the page. It's a fun way to learn together!
Homework Blues Worksheet
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
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Taking Away From 3 Worksheet
Taking Away From 3 Worksheet

Taking Away From 3 Worksheet

Help your students learn equations and math easily by using this tracing worksheet. It has three different equations that they can count and solve, then trace a line to the correct answer. This will make the learning process fun and exciting.
Taking Away From 3 Worksheet
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Archeology Word Problems Worksheet
Archeology Word Problems Worksheet

Archeology Word Problems Worksheet

Encourage your child to explore their career options! Show them an archeologist's job with this worksheet - featuring a picture of a dinosaur bone discovery. Read the accompanying text, then solve the word problems. Help your kids circle the correct answers to better understand this profession.
Archeology Word Problems Worksheet
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Grade 3 Sight Words: Warm
Grade 3 Sight Words: Warm

Grade 3 Sight Words: Warm

Grade 3 Sight Words: Warm
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Grade 3 Sight Words: Keep
Grade 3 Sight Words: Keep

Grade 3 Sight Words: Keep

Grade 3 Sight Words: Keep
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Grade 3 Sight Words: Full
Grade 3 Sight Words: Full

Grade 3 Sight Words: Full

Grade 3 Sight Words: Full
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Grade 2 Sight Words: Fast
Grade 2 Sight Words: Fast

Grade 2 Sight Words: Fast

Grade 2 Sight Words: Fast
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Math problem-solving for children ages 6-9 is crucial for several reasons, making it a priority for both parents and teachers. At this age, children are developing foundational cognitive skills that will support their future learning. Engaging in problem-solving helps them to think critically, reason logically, and approach challenges with a growth mindset. This builds resilience, enabling them to tackle more complex mathematical concepts later on.

Moreover, math problem-solving enhances creativity and helps students make real-world connections. When children learn to solve problems, they apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations, fostering practical reasoning skills. This real-life applicability not only boosts their understanding but also makes learning enjoyable and relatable.

Furthermore, cultivating strong math skills early can significantly impact a child's academic journey, laying the groundwork for success in advanced mathematics and STEM fields. It also supports skills such as teamwork and communication, as collaborative problem-solving often encourages discussion and different perspectives.

Ultimately, parents and teachers should care about math problem-solving because it nurtures a child's confidence, cognitive development, and overall academic competence, setting the stage for a lifelong appreciation of learning and problem-solving. Fostering these abilities now will prepare children for the challenges of the future.