Our 36 Weeks of Elementary Story Problems and Counting Practice should take no longer than a few minutes each day, so they are easy to fit into your schedule while packing a powerful punch! Get kids thinking deeper about math by learning how to write a story problem… backwards! Or have early childhood students practice counting!
In the backward elementary story problems 1st-6th Grade children are given an answer and write a story problem that has their answer. They will brainstorm who and what the problem is about, write the problem, and draw a picture.
Pre-K and kindergarten children will practice counting by identifying and representing quantities and numbers.
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Page count: 76 per grade per format | File Type: PDF, Google Slides
These counting and backward elementary story problems can be used as morning work, exit tickets, homework, no-prep warm-ups, enrichment, and more! This is also a great purchase for parents and homeschoolers who want to improve their children’s counting or creative problem-solving skills from home.
Each backward story problem contains 5 sections that can be completed each day throughout the week. However, you may choose to complete all five sections in one day if you prefer.
THE FOLLOWING ARE INCLUDED IN EACH SET OF 36 WEEKS OF COUNTING AND BACKWARDS ELEMENTARY STORY PROBLEMS FOR PRE- K TO 6TH GRADES (please note a few differences by grade levels, noted in the text below):
Each pre-k counting practice page includes the following:
Practice identifying numbers and counting up to 10
Answer keys are included for each practice page
Each kindergarten counting practice page includes the following:
Practice identifying numbers and counting up to 20
Answer keys are included for each practice page
Every 36 Weeks of Backwards Elementary Story Problems for 1st-6th Grade worksheet includes the following 5 sections:
Write down as many equations as they can think of that equal the answer given
Brainstorm some topic ideas for their problem including WHO and WHAT
Write the Problem using an equation from the first section of the backwards story problem as well as a WHO and WHAT from the brainstorming section
Write a Short Story that incorporates their story problem
Illustrate their short story
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36 reviews for 36 Weeks of Counting and Backwards Story Problems for PreK-6th Grades GOOGLE + PRINTABLE BUNDLE
Rated 5 out of 5
Cassie G. –
Just what I was looking for, thanks!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Tracey Lake –
This has been a lifesaver for remote learning. It makes planning much easier and quicker, too!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Joan D. –
I began including these activities in daily math centers for students to work on in small groups or with a partner. I am using them in my small guiding group for struggling students. It is great to see how far some of the students have come and how they use their imagination to create story problems for classmates to solve.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Joan D. –
I now use these Backwards Story Problems as a daily/weekly activity for students to work on with a partner. I use them in small guided group with my struggling students. It is exciting to see the students use their imagination and knowledge of what they have learned to create story problems for their classmates to solve.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Mrs La Cross Creates –
Helped students with mathematical thinking and changed up the normal math routine a bit. Students and I loved it!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Beth U. –
I’m really excited about these. Having my students think through these and write their own problems is helping them make sense of math problems.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Ileana J. –
So far it’s been great. Can’t wait to use it for a full year next year.
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Rated 4 out of 5
C W. –
I haven’t used this yet, but I’m looking forward to introducing it to my daughter next year. I think it will help her see how math applies to daily life. She loves writing and illustrating stories so she should enjoy this assignment.
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Educate & Rejuvenate –
A fun way to use these is to have her write the story problems and have a sibling or friend solve them. A win-win for everyone involved!
Rated 5 out of 5
Carrie M. –
I love these! I was introduced to these by my mentor teacher and could not find any until I cane across this. I like it because it helps students think about math differently.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Christian W. –
This product gives tons of practice for these backward story problems. Students get tons of practice.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Melissa C. –
I will be using this with my fourth graders in the fall as a warm up to math.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer A. –
I realized that my students could benefit from more practice throughout the year with backwards story problems. I am planning for the new school year and I love that I can add this terrific resource to my weekly plans. I think the resource is simple and clean and will be a hit with my students!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
A fun thing one teacher did was have the students come up with the story problems and then pass them around for another student to solve them… a definite win/win!
Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer L. –
The 36 weeks of counting for kindergarten is amazing! It is wonderful to have a resource that I can give my students weekly and they can hopefully complete them independently or with very little assistance. I appreciate it being once a week since we are so busy, but also can make once a week fit in our always busy schedule. Can’t wait to use them starting this fall. I looked through the whole document and already sent some to print to get me started for the year!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Amy S. –
These provide students the opportunity to create lists of equations that equal a given number and then turn those into a math story problem and a written short story (which is a nice writing connection). Each week is broken down into day sections so students can do just one part at a time.
Having purchased the multi-level bundle means I can differentiate for my students as needed while providing the same ultimate format for everyone.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Jennifer M. –
This bundle is so comprehensive and engaging that it will help my little ones that struggle with counting.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Sandy J. –
I’ve been looking at the resource for the fall. So far, I really like it.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Sandy J. –
Looking forward to getting this one.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Sandy J. –
Looking forward to getting this.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Sandy J. –
Really good
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Rated 5 out of 5
Linda M. –
I’m looking forward to use this product with my class in the fall. I have been using it this summer with my grandson give him confidence moving into second grade.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Mary M. –
These offer students the chance to really think about a problem. It also gives them the chance to see that if they can work backwards to write a problem, they can see how to easily solve these problems in the future when they see it from the beginning.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Kayla –
I use these for stations and small group activities and they are engaging, easy to use and prep and the kids love them.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Sophie P. –
Working with GT students next year, excited to use them for more creative thinking!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 4 out of 5
Megan P. –
I haven’t been able to use it yet because school hasn’t started; however, I like how it gives the students a chance to list ALL they know instead of one answer and they have creative freedom to write about any WHO and WHAT they choose. Very student centered with multiple areas being practiced (math, grammar, writing).
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Cynthia H. –
Thank you for your hard work!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Elizabeth L. –
This resource takes the anxiety out of writing story problems – the students work on small bits each day and come out with a great story problem at the end!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Linda M. –
I will be using this in the fall with my class. My grandson has been using them to help keep his skills ready for third grade.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Jharon M. –
I LOVE this! I have been thinking of ways to bring more writing into my math blocks and this did the trick! Thanks so much!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Mimi H. –
It took a bit for the kids to understand this, but it was well worth the wait!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Kayla W. –
I have all of these and they are such a time saver. After the first few months, my students get the routine down and can complete the activities more independently.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Bertha G. –
Great addition to their routine counting.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Ann D. –
I use them in my self-contained special education at junior high level. We work in pairs as long as there are no duplicate answers. We brainstorm possible equations. My students really enjoy the creativity and companionship these story problems provide. They enjoy sharing their written story problems and their art. Thank you!
Verified review
Rated 5 out of 5
Melissa E. –
I love that this provides many different sheets and that it can be used on so many devices where it can be used anywhere you are. Especially instead of having kids watch videos or doing mind numbing things on screens.
Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Sarah S. –
My kids love these to practice new skills
Individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Austyn B. –
This resource combines the math and writing skills. My students struggle with writing. I like to help them get exposed to it as much as possible. Great idea and resource. I love that there are so many.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Rated 5 out of 5
Liz B in Grade 3 –
This teaching resource is absolutely fantastic! It’s engaging, well-organized, and easy to use for both teachers and students. The activities are creative and adaptable for different learning levels, making lesson planning a breeze.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
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Cassie G. –
Just what I was looking for, thanks!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Tracey Lake –
This has been a lifesaver for remote learning. It makes planning much easier and quicker, too!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Joan D. –
I began including these activities in daily math centers for students to work on in small groups or with a partner. I am using them in my small guiding group for struggling students. It is great to see how far some of the students have come and how they use their imagination to create story problems for classmates to solve.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Joan D. –
I now use these Backwards Story Problems as a daily/weekly activity for students to work on with a partner. I use them in small guided group with my struggling students. It is exciting to see the students use their imagination and knowledge of what they have learned to create story problems for their classmates to solve.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Mrs La Cross Creates –
Helped students with mathematical thinking and changed up the normal math routine a bit. Students and I loved it!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Beth U. –
I’m really excited about these. Having my students think through these and write their own problems is helping them make sense of math problems.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Ileana J. –
So far it’s been great. Can’t wait to use it for a full year next year.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
C W. –
I haven’t used this yet, but I’m looking forward to introducing it to my daughter next year. I think it will help her see how math applies to daily life. She loves writing and illustrating stories so she should enjoy this assignment.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
A fun way to use these is to have her write the story problems and have a sibling or friend solve them. A win-win for everyone involved!
Carrie M. –
I love these! I was introduced to these by my mentor teacher and could not find any until I cane across this. I like it because it helps students think about math differently.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Christian W. –
This product gives tons of practice for these backward story problems. Students get tons of practice.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Melissa C. –
I will be using this with my fourth graders in the fall as a warm up to math.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Jennifer A. –
I realized that my students could benefit from more practice throughout the year with backwards story problems. I am planning for the new school year and I love that I can add this terrific resource to my weekly plans. I think the resource is simple and clean and will be a hit with my students!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Educate & Rejuvenate –
A fun thing one teacher did was have the students come up with the story problems and then pass them around for another student to solve them… a definite win/win!
Jennifer L. –
The 36 weeks of counting for kindergarten is amazing! It is wonderful to have a resource that I can give my students weekly and they can hopefully complete them independently or with very little assistance. I appreciate it being once a week since we are so busy, but also can make once a week fit in our always busy schedule. Can’t wait to use them starting this fall. I looked through the whole document and already sent some to print to get me started for the year!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Amy S. –
These provide students the opportunity to create lists of equations that equal a given number and then turn those into a math story problem and a written short story (which is a nice writing connection). Each week is broken down into day sections so students can do just one part at a time.
Having purchased the multi-level bundle means I can differentiate for my students as needed while providing the same ultimate format for everyone.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Jennifer M. –
This bundle is so comprehensive and engaging that it will help my little ones that struggle with counting.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Sandy J. –
I’ve been looking at the resource for the fall. So far, I really like it.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Sandy J. –
Looking forward to getting this one.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Sandy J. –
Looking forward to getting this.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Sandy J. –
Really good
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Linda M. –
I’m looking forward to use this product with my class in the fall. I have been using it this summer with my grandson give him confidence moving into second grade.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Mary M. –
These offer students the chance to really think about a problem. It also gives them the chance to see that if they can work backwards to write a problem, they can see how to easily solve these problems in the future when they see it from the beginning.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Kayla –
I use these for stations and small group activities and they are engaging, easy to use and prep and the kids love them.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Sophie P. –
Working with GT students next year, excited to use them for more creative thinking!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Megan P. –
I haven’t been able to use it yet because school hasn’t started; however, I like how it gives the students a chance to list ALL they know instead of one answer and they have creative freedom to write about any WHO and WHAT they choose. Very student centered with multiple areas being practiced (math, grammar, writing).
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Cynthia H. –
Thank you for your hard work!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Elizabeth L. –
This resource takes the anxiety out of writing story problems – the students work on small bits each day and come out with a great story problem at the end!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Linda M. –
I will be using this in the fall with my class. My grandson has been using them to help keep his skills ready for third grade.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Jharon M. –
I LOVE this! I have been thinking of ways to bring more writing into my math blocks and this did the trick! Thanks so much!
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Mimi H. –
It took a bit for the kids to understand this, but it was well worth the wait!
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Kayla W. –
I have all of these and they are such a time saver. After the first few months, my students get the routine down and can complete the activities more independently.
Verified review · Individual resource in this bundle
Bertha G. –
Great addition to their routine counting.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Ann D. –
I use them in my self-contained special education at junior high level. We work in pairs as long as there are no duplicate answers. We brainstorm possible equations. My students really enjoy the creativity and companionship these story problems provide. They enjoy sharing their written story problems and their art. Thank you!
Verified review
Melissa E. –
I love that this provides many different sheets and that it can be used on so many devices where it can be used anywhere you are. Especially instead of having kids watch videos or doing mind numbing things on screens.
Individual resource in this bundle
Sarah S. –
My kids love these to practice new skills
Individual resource in this bundle
Austyn B. –
This resource combines the math and writing skills. My students struggle with writing. I like to help them get exposed to it as much as possible. Great idea and resource. I love that there are so many.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle
Liz B in Grade 3 –
This teaching resource is absolutely fantastic! It’s engaging, well-organized, and easy to use for both teachers and students. The activities are creative and adaptable for different learning levels, making lesson planning a breeze.
Reviewed on an individual resource in this bundle