I can represent and solve multi-step word problems using the four operations.
Standard cap: 4 - Solve unfamiliar multi-step problems and justify the plan.
Subskills what students must be able to do
- 1I can identify what I know and what I need to find.
- 2I can choose the operations and order of steps.
- 3I can write equation(s) with a letter for the unknown and choose the operations and order of steps.
Proficiency Scale & ⚓️ Tasks
1 → 4 proficiency scale
“Underline what you know and circle what you need to find.”
“Write an equation with a letter standing for the unknown, then identify the operations and the order you’ll use.”
“Represent this multi-step problem with equation(s) using a letter for the unknown, solve it, and explain what your final answer means.”
“Solve an unfamiliar problem that can be approached in more than one way. Defend your plan and compare it to another possible strategy.”
Pre-Test
Check what students already know2Extra Test Materials (1)
Teach
Lessons and videos that introduce the skill4Engage NY Lesson (4)
Lesson 18 — Two-step word problems and rounding
Grade 4 · Module 1 · Topic F · Lesson 18
Lesson 19 — Multi-step word problems
Grade 4 · Module 1 · Topic F · Lesson 19
Lesson 12 — Two-step word problems
Grade 4 · Module 3 · Topic D · Lesson 12
Lesson 13 — Multi-step word problems
Grade 4 · Module 3 · Topic D · Lesson 13