Engaging group activities to build mathematical thinking through collaboration. Each activity includes interactive preview and printable PDFs with teacher customization options.
Partner A (Sage) explains how to solve a problem step-by-step. Partner B (Scribe) writes exactly what the Sage says, asking for clarification. They switch roles each problem.
Problems posted around the room. Small groups rotate from station to station, solving problems or commenting on the work of previous groups.
Cut-out cards to match! One set has problems, the other has solutions, graphs, or properties. Students physically match them together.
A classic loop game. Each card has an answer ("I have 15") and a new question ("Who has the solution to 2x + 5 = 11?"). Great for fluency and review.
Each student has a problem card with the answer on the back. They pair up, quiz each other, trade cards, and find a new partner. High energy!
One paper, one team. The first student does one step, passes it, the next does the next step. Emphasizes process and teamwork.
Students have a grid with math prompts. They circulate, have peers solve problems, and collect initials. Great for mixed review.