Unlock your child's potential with our engaging Problem Solving Worksheets for ages 8-9, designed to ignite critical thinking and develop essential reasoning skills. Our expertly crafted resources cover a variety of real-world scenarios and thought-provoking puzzles that challenge young minds to think creatively and logically. From math problems and logic puzzles to fun riddles, our worksheets encourage independent thinking and foster a growth mindset. Perfect for classroom use or at-home learning, these educational tools provide a strong foundation in problem-solving. Discover the joy of learning and boost your child's confidence today with Kids Academy’s meticulously designed worksheets!


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Addition with Arrays - Part 2

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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53
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Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet
Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet

Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet

Help our little engineers assist the engineer in making a decision! They will solve the equations using greater than, less than, and equal to, and then decide the best solution for the problem using the pros and cons of each.
Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 17
Adding up to 1000: Page 17

Adding up to 1000: Page 17

Adding up to 1000: Page 17
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Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids become math experts! Through practice and adult guidance, even addition and subtraction can seem simple. Show them how with this worksheet - get them to trace the dotted lines to connect each word problem to the correct picture and solve the number sentence with some eagles!
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet
Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet

Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet

Kids love chocolates! Gauge how enthused your kids get when you mention them. This worksheet is a fun exercise about chocolates - get your kids to check the correct number sentences and totals for each chocolate bar. Reward their hard work with some chocolates - extra incentive for a job well done!
Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
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Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Test your child's wildlife knowledge. Ask them to name animals indigenous to Australia or other countries. Show them the animals in this worksheet and have them match each word problem and picture with the correct number sentence.
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding up to 50: Page 9
Adding up to 50: Page 9

Adding up to 50: Page 9

Adding up to 50: Page 9
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Printable PDF Mazes For Kids: Skater
Printable PDF Mazes For Kids: Skater

Skater Maze Worksheet

Kids Academy has plenty of educational materials, and these maze games are a fun way to learn! Help your friend get to the other end of the maze and get his skate back. You can even take it for a spin! Trace the path, then explore more printable mazes at our website—all for free. Have fun with your friends!
Skater Maze Worksheet
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Knight and Pawn Worksheet
Knight and Pawn Worksheet

Knight and Pawn Worksheet

This tracing worksheet teaches kids about chess. They trace the dotted lines to match pieces, names and symbols to the correct chess piece. Questions at the bottom test their understanding. It's a simple exercise for a fun way to learn.
Knight and Pawn Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 73
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 73
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 73
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Party Problems Worksheet
Party Problems Worksheet

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!
Party Problems Worksheet
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Supermarket Math Worksheet
Supermarket Math Worksheet

Supermarket Math Worksheet

Take your kids to the supermarket and ask what they're looking forward to buying. Help them solve the three questions in the worksheet by interpreting each one into an equation, then choose the right answer.
Supermarket Math Worksheet
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Reptile and Amphibians Division Worksheet
Reptile and Amphibians Division Worksheet

Reptile and Amphibians Division Worksheet

Skip counting is key in division. This PDF worksheet helps children practice this skill with fun reptile and amphibian friends. They must circle the right quotient among the choices given to reinforce their pattern recognition. Perfect for mastering division!
Reptile and Amphibians Division Worksheet
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Free addition PDF worksheet for 3rd grade
Free addition PDF worksheet for 3rd grade

Free Addition Worksheet

Perfect for a wintry day, challenge your 3rd grader to compare addition equations and fill in the missing numbers in the PDF. This winter-themed worksheet is sure to bring a smile while your 3rd grader practices their addition skills. Perfect for a blustery day, challenge your child to compare addition equations and complete the missing numbers in the PDF.
Free Addition Worksheet
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Promotion Practice Worksheet
Promotion Practice Worksheet

Promotion Practice Worksheet

Test your kids' promotions skills with this worksheet! Ask them to find the pictures in which the pawns are correctly promoted. Remember, when a pawn reaches the last rank it may be promoted to a queen, bishop, knight or rook. In addition, a pawn can be promoted when it captures a chess piece on the last rank.
Promotion Practice Worksheet
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Problem-solving skills are crucial for children aged 8-9 as they significantly impact their cognitive development and future academic success. At this age, children are developing critical thinking and the ability to approach challenges methodically. By nurturing problem-solving abilities, parents and teachers help kids learn to think logically, make hypotheses, and test their ideas. This results in better understanding of subjects like math and science while also improving reading comprehension by teaching children to analyze stories and predict outcomes.

Moreover, problem-solving promotes resilience. When children learn to tackle problems on their own, they become more confident and self-reliant. This helps them navigate social challenges, such as resolving conflicts with peers, fostering better relationships.

Encouraging problem-solving skills supports creativity and innovation. Kids learn there are often multiple solutions to a single problem, which drives imaginative thinking and adaptability. In a rapidly changing world, these are invaluable traits that prepare them for future obstacles, both in personal and professional life.

Additionally, working on problems collaboratively improves communication skills and teamwork. Children also experience a sense of accomplishment when finding solutions, which enhances their motivation and love for learning.

In essence, early focus on problem-solving equips children with essential life skills, laying a solid foundation for lifelong learning and success.