5th Grade Math Test Prep Centers

This is the first worksheet in our Introduction to Algebra series.

This pack is filled with worksheets designed to introduce students to the idea of collecting like terms, simplifying expressions, and expanding single parentheses/brackets. It contains both British English and American English terminology, and each worksheet is differentiated 3 ways.

Also included are the same worksheets, but put into differentiated workbooks, so you can hand these to your students to use as homework, or an ongoing project.

The worksheets consist of the following:

Worksheet 1 Writing Algebra - Introduces students to best practices in how to write algebra and definitions of the terms we use.

Worksheet 2 Like Terms - introduces the concept of like terms in expressions.

Worksheet 3 Term Trees - solidifies like terms, using the idea of trees as terms.

Worksheet 4 Combining Like Terms Pyramid - uses pyramids as a way to simplify terms, as well as consisting of standard simplifying questions (without parentheses/brackets).

Worksheet 5 Collecting Terms Crossword - a crossword with standard simplifying questions (without parentheses/brackets).

Worksheet 6 Geometry in Algebra - requires writing the perimeter of shapes where the lengths are given as expressions, teaching students to simplify expressions as they work.

Worksheet 7 Expanding Single Parentheses/Brackets - introduces the concept of expanding single parentheses/brackets. It also includes simplifying expressions that includes parentheses/brackets.

Worksheet 8 Simplifying Word Link - an activity where you connect expressions with their simplified form, drawing through letters to answer a clue about an ancient civilization.

Worksheet 9 Collecting Terms Maze - students find the correct path by answering simplified questions. It is a multiple choice sheet.

Worksheet 10 Riddle Me This Simplifying - asks students to simplify expressions including using division, expanding parentheses and dealing with negative numbers. The solutions each link to a letter which gives the solution to a clue about a mathematical artifact.

This is available in a bundle along side Factoring and substitution, One and Two step equations, Forming and solving Linear Equations and Sequences and nth Term. If you get the bundle, you'll also receive a free revision test and check list. (If you have purchased these individually, or bought 3 workbooks from the bundle, get in touch at littlestreams@gmail.com and we will send you the revision booklet in an email).

Fun, colorful, 5th-grade math vocabulary cards to match the word to the definition for factors and multiples. After students match vocabulary words use the vocabulary match to assess them. Great for small groups or center work.

Set includes:

• 3 sets of vocabulary cards in 3 bright colors
• Vocabulary matching assessment
• Answer Key

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5th Grade Multiplication Activities & Centers made simple! This 5.NBT.5 multi-digit multiplication bundle includes four activities designed to reinforce multiplying whole numbers, making it an ideal addition to any 5th-grade math curriculum.

Bundle Contents:

• Bingo Activity: A fun and interactive way to practice multiplying multiples of 10. Perfect for whole-class engagement.
• Multiplication Puzzle Activity: Students will piece together puzzles while practicing multi-digit multiplication. It's a hands-on approach to mastering the skill.
• Multiplication Task Cards: These cards provide a variety of challenges that students can work on independently or in small groups, offering a versatile multiplication activity.
• "I Have, Who Has" Game: An exciting game that encourages quick thinking and reinforces multiplication skills through collaborative play.

Key Features:

• Standards-Aligned: This bundle directly supports 5.NBT.5, focusing on multiplying whole numbers and multi-digit multiplication.
• Engaging and Interactive: Each activity is designed to keep students actively involved, making learning multiplication enjoyable and effective.
• Versatile Use: Whether you're looking for a multiplication game for centers, whole-class activities, or small group work, this bundle has you covered.
• Perfect for Review: These activities are ideal for reinforcing 5th-grade multiplication concepts and preparing students for assessments.

While this is a great resource for any multiplying whole numbers unit, it is part of a larger TeachShare unit that completely covers 5th grade standard 5.NBT.5! You may also be interested in:

• 5.NBT.5 Lesson and Guided Notes
• 5.NBT.5 Practice Worksheets
• 5.NBT.5 Review and Assessment

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Factors, multiples, and basic multiplication are key math skills to master. This bundle includes a task card activity, practice, and a formative to assess your students. This is also a great activity to use for back-to-school time.

Bundle Includes:

• Vocabulary match task cards
• Vocabulary match activity sheet with answer key
• Formative Assessment with answer key

Focus:

• Understand the definition of key vocabulary math words
• 2 problems with factors
• 2 problems with multiples
• 2 problems multiplying 1 digit by 2 digits
• 2 problems multiplying 1 digit by 3 digits
• 2 problems multiplying 2 digits by 2 digits
• Black and white and color versions.

Looking for more math resources? Check out my Vocabulary Match for the entire 5th grade curriculum, Exit Tickets, Math Anchor Charts, and Multiplication Tricks Handout.

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Help your students to confidently convert between customary units of length.

What's Included:

• Dinosaur-Themed Length Practice Sheet: Learn about length units while having fun with dinosaurs.
• Brooms Length Comparison Practice Sheet
• PowerPoint

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Order of Operations Activities & Centers made simple! This 5.OA.1 order of operations bundle includes four engaging activities designed to reinforce order of operations, making it a perfect fit for any 5th-grade math classroom.

Bundle Contents:

• Dominoes: A fun way for students to practice order of operations by matching problems with their correct solutions.
• Secret Word Activity: Students solve order of operations problems to uncover a hidden word, adding a layer of excitement and problem solving to practice.
• Puzzles: Students piece together puzzles while mastering order of operations, providing a hands-on and visual approach to the concept.
• Task Cards: These cards provide a variety problems that students can work on independently or in small groups, offering a versatile order of operations activity.

Key Features:

• Standards-Aligned: This bundle directly supports 5.OA.1, with a focus on order of operations.

• Engaging and Interactive: Each activity keeps students involved, making learning order of operations both enjoyable and effective.

• Versatile Use: Ideal for math centers, whole-class activities, or small group work, this bundle offers flexibility for various classroom settings.

• Perfect for Review: These activities reinforce 5th-grade order of operations concepts and help prepare students for assessments.

While this is a great resource for any order of operations unit, it is part of a larger TeachShare unit that completely covers 5th grade standard 5.OA.1! You may also be interested in:

• 5.OA.1 Lesson and Guided Notes
• 5.OA.1 Practice Worksheets
• 5.OA.1 Review/Assessment (Coming Soon)

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5th Grade Division Activities & Centers made simple! This 5.NBT.6 whole number division bundle includes four activities designed to reinforce dividing whole numbers, making it an ideal addition to any 5th-grade math curriculum.

Bundle Contents:

• Bingo Activity: A fun and interactive way to practice dividing multiples of 10. Perfect for whole-class engagement.
• Division Puzzle Activity: Students will piece together puzzles while practicing whole number division. It's a hands-on approach to mastering the skill.
• Division Task Cards: These cards provide a variety of challenges that students can work on independently or in small groups, offering a versatile division activity.
• Division Math Ladder: A fun and interactive game that strengthens division skills while promoting problem-solving and critical thinking.

Key Features:

• Standards-Aligned: This bundle directly supports 5.NBT.6, focusing on dividing whole numbers and multi-digit division.
• Engaging and Interactive: Each activity is designed to keep students actively involved, making learning division enjoyable and effective.
• Versatile Use: Whether you're looking for a division game for centers, whole-class activities, or small group work, this bundle has you covered.
• Perfect for Review: These activities are ideal for reinforcing 5th-grade division concepts and preparing students for assessments.

While this is a great resource for any dividing whole numbers unit, it is part of a larger TeachShare unit that completely covers 5th grade standard 5.NBT.6! You may also be interested in:

• 5.NBT.6 Lesson and Guided Notes
• 5.NBT.6 Practice Worksheets
• 5.NBT.6 Review/Assessment

Be sure to follow my store as I will be adding more math resources weekly until I have units for every 5th Grade math standard!

Looking for some no prep math games to add to your 4th grade measurement and data unit math centers?

Your 4th graders will love these measurement unit math puzzle games! These math puzzles make a perfect no prep game or math center to practice all measurement and data skills.

5 SETS OF MATH PUZZLES INCLUDED (15 TOTAL PUZZLES):

• CUSTOMARY MEASUREMENT CONVERSIONS (4.MD.1&2)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• METRIC MEASUREMENT CONVERSIONS (4.MD.1&2)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• ELAPSED TIME (4.MD.1&2)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• AREA AND PERIMETER (4.MD.3)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• MEASURING ANGLES AND ADDITIVE ANGLES (4.MD.5,6,7)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys

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How to Play:

• Students will receive a page of puzzle pieces with math review questions on the back. They will also receive an "Answer Sheet" that lists all of the answers to their puzzle pieces.
• Students solve the math problem on the puzzle piece. They find the matching answer on their "Answer Sheet" and glue the puzzle piece in place.
• Students can color the mystery picture once they have solved and placed all math puzzle pieces.

How to Use:

• Math centers
• Small group instruction
• Fast finishers
• Independent time
• Group math games
• Differentiated Instruction

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Looking for some no prep math games to add to your 4th grade place value unit math centers?

Your 4th graders will love these place value unit math puzzle games! These math puzzles make a perfect no prep game or math center to practice place value, rounding, comparing, adding & subtracting skills.

4 SETS OF MATH PUZZLES INCLUDED:

• PLACE VALUE (4.NBT.1)
  • 3 Differentiated Math Puzzles (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • 3 Differentiated Answer Sheets For Students to Glue their Answers
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• COMPARING WHOLE NUMBERS (4.NBT.2)
  • 3 Differentiated Math Puzzles (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • 3 Differentiated Answer Sheets For Students to Glue their Answers
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• ROUNDING TO ANY PLACE VALUE (4.NBT.3)
  • 3 Differentiated Math Puzzles (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • 3 Differentiated Answer Sheets For Students to Glue their Answers
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• MULTI DIGIT ADDITION & SUBTRACTION (4.NBT.4)
  • 3 Differentiated Math Puzzles (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • 3 Differentiated Answer Sheets For Students to Glue their Answers
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys

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How to Play:

• Students will receive a page of puzzle pieces with math review questions on the back. They will also receive an "Answer Sheet" that lists all of the answers to their puzzle pieces.
• Students solve the math problem on the puzzle piece. They find the matching answer on their "Answer Sheet" and glue the puzzle piece in place.
• Students can color the mystery picture once they have solved and placed all math puzzle pieces.

How to Use:

• Math centers
• Small group instruction
• Fast finishers
• Independent time
• Group math games
• Differentiated Instruction

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• 4th Grade Color by Numbers - Perfect For No Prep Math Centers
• 4th Grade Unit Review Games - Boom, Clap, Snatch: The Game That Gets Your Kids Begging for More Math Time

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Looking for some no prep math games to add to your 4th grade operations and algebra unit math centers?

Your 4th graders will love these operation unit math puzzle games! These math puzzles make a perfect no prep game or math center to practice operation skills.

4 SETS OF MATH PUZZLES INCLUDED (12 TOTAL PUZZLES):

• ORDER OF OPERATIONS (4.OA)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• MULTIPLES, FACTORS, PRIME, AND COMPOSITE NUMBERS (4.OA.4)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• PATTERNS (4.OA.5)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys
• WORD PROBLEMS (4.OA.3)
  • 3 Unique Puzzle Pictures with Differentiated Math Problems - Easy, Medium, Hard (Color & B/W Options Available)
  • Instructions to Create Reusable Puzzles to Use for Centers Years to Come
  • Student Work Page
  • Full Answer Keys

Shop the full 4th Grade Math Puzzle Bundle for almost 50% off here and never have to plan a math center again!

How to Play:

• Students will receive a page of puzzle pieces with math review questions on the back. They will also receive an "Answer Sheet" that lists all of the answers to their puzzle pieces.
• Students solve the math problem on the puzzle piece. They find the matching answer on their "Answer Sheet" and glue the puzzle piece in place.
• Students can color the mystery picture once they have solved and placed all math puzzle pieces.

How to Use:

• Math centers
• Small group instruction
• Fast finishers
• Independent time
• Group math games
• Differentiated Instruction

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• 4th Grade Color by Numbers - Perfect For No Prep Math Centers
• 4th Grade Unit Review Games - Boom, Clap, Snatch: The Game That Gets Your Kids Begging for More Math Time

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Transform your 4th grade math assessments with no-prep exit tickets!

Exit tickets, or exit slips, are a great way to quickly assess your 4th graders after a math lesson! This “print and cut” resource gives you exactly what you need to assess skills aligned with all the math Common Core Standard for the entire year!

What’s Included:

• Almost 200 pages of unique exit tickets covering all 4th grade math standards.
  • 3 Exit Tickets per Printed Page
  • Two+ Versions of Exit Tickets for Each Skill
  • Students Rate Their Understanding on Each Ticket
• Clickable Table of Contents for Easy Access to Specific Assessments
• Complete Answer Keys

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• Math Unit Review Games - Boom Clap Snatch!
• Math Puzzles for Every Standard
• Math Color by Numbers for Every Standard

Skills Covered:

• This packet includes ALL 4th grade standards you will need to assess for the whole year.
• PLACE VALUE
• Place Value Drawings (4.NBT.1)
• Determining Place Value (4.NBT.1)
• Writing in Expanded Form (4.NBT.2)
• Writing in Word Form (4.NBT.2)
• Comparing Mutli-Digit Numbers (4.NBT.2)
• Rounding to the Nearest Ten (4.NBT.3)
• Rounding to the Nearest Hundred (4.NBT.3)
• Rounding to the Nearest Thousand (4.NBT.3)
• Rounding to Any Place Value (4.NBT.3)
• ADDING & SUBTRACTING
• Adding: No Grouping (4.NBT.4)
• Adding with Grouping (4.NBT.4)
• Subtracting: No Regrouping (4.NBT.4)
• Subtracting with Regrouping (4.NBT.4)
• Adding & Subtracting Practice (4.NBT.4)
• Adding & Subtracting Word Problems (4.NBT.4)
• MULTIPLICATION
• Multiplication: Arrays (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 1-digit: Area Models (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 1-digit: Standard Method (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 1-digit: Any Method (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 2-digits: Area Model (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 2-digits: Lattice Method (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 2-digits: Standard Method (4.NBT.5)
• Multiply by 2-digits: Any Method (4.NBT.5)
• Multiplication Word Problems (4.NBT.5)
• Multiplicative Comparisons (4.OA.1)
• Multiplicative Comparison Word Problems (4.OA.2)
• DIVISION
• Division: Intro to Remainders (4.NBT.6)
• Division: Area Model Method (4.NBT.6)
• Division: Box Method (4.NBT.6)
• Long Division (4.NBT.6)
• Division Practice: Any Method (4.NBT.6)
• Division: Interpreting Remainders (4.NBT.6)
• FRACTIONS
• Identify Equivalent Fractions (4.NF.1)
• Create Equivalent Fractions (4.NF.1)
• Simplify Fractions (4.NF.1)
• Comparing Fractions: Like Denominators (4.NF.2)
• Comparing Fractions: Unlike Denominators (4.NF.2)
• Ordering Fractions (4.NF.2)
• FRACTIONS & MIXED NUMBERS
• Intro to Fractions (4.NF.3)
• Drawing Fractions (4.NF.3)
• Fractions on a Number Line (4.NF.3)
• Add & Subtract Fractions (4.NF.3a)
• Decompose Fractions into Unit Fractions (4.NF.3b)
• Converting Fractions to Mixed Number (4.NF.3c)
• Adding Mixed Numbers (4.NF.3c)
• Subtracting Mixed Numbers (4.NF.3c)
• Add & Subtract Mixed Numbers (4.NF.3c)
• Add & Subtract Fractions Word Problems (4.NF.3d)
• Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers (4.NF.4)
• Multiplying Fractions Word Problems (4.NF.4)
• DECIMALS
• Equivalent Fractions: Denominators 10 & 100 (4.NF.5)
• Add Fractions: Denominators 10 & 100 (4.NF.5)
• Converting Fractions to Decimals (4.NF.6)
• Converting Decimals to Fractions (4.NF.6)
• Decimals: Written Form to Number Form (4.NF.6)
• Comparing Decimals (4.NF.7)
• Ordering Decimals (4.NF.7)
• ALGEBRAIC THINKING
• Multi-Step Word Problems (4.OA.3)
• Order of Operations (4.OA.3)
• Factor Pairs (4.OA.5)
• Multiples (4.OA.5)
• Prime & Composite Numbers (4.OA.5)
• Number Patterns with Given Rule (4.OA.5)
• Number Patterns: Determine the Rules (4.OA.5)
• Shape Patterns (4.OA.5)
• MEASUREMENT & DATA
• Customary Measurement Charts (4.MD.1)
• Metric Measurement Charts (4.MD.1)
• Customary Measurement Conversions (4.MD.1)
• Metric Measurement Conversions (4.MD.1)
• Measurement Story Problems (4.MD.2)
• Elapsed Time Story Problems (4.MD.2)
• Finding Perimeter (4.MD.3)
• Finding Area (4.MD.3)
• Finding a Missing Side Length (4.MD.3)
• Line Plots (4.MD.4)
• GEOMETRY
• Classify Points, Lines, & Rays (4.G.1)
• Drawing Points, Lines, & Rays (4.G.1)
• Parallel and Perpendicular Lines (4.G.1)
• Classify Angles (4.G.1)
• Measuring Angles with Protractors (4.MD.6)
• Drawing Angles with Protractors (4.MD.6)
• Adding Angles (4.MD.7)
• Finding Unknown Angle Measures (4.MD.7)
• Classify Quadrilaterals (4.G.2)
• Classify Triangles by Side and Angle (4.G.2)
• Identifying Symmetry (4.G.3)

Ideal for quick checks, assessments, lesson wrap-ups, independent tasks, center activities, or even year-end revision, these exit tickets are your go-to tool for effective math instruction.

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