Steps for Solving Word Problems

 

Read the problem carefully and underline the facts you will need to solve the problem.

 

 

Look for a pattern.

 

 

 

Draw a picture, chart or table to help you solve the problem.

 

 

 

Write a number sentence for the problem.

 

 

 

 

 

Make a list of what the problem already tells you.

 

 

 

 

Work backwards.

 

 

           

Take a guess.

 

 

 

Show your work and check your answer.