The worksheets themselves are in German – just as in class. The editor is only available in German so far.
Word problems – worksheets to print
Short stories with a question that is answered with a calculation – from grade 4 also with quantities and decimals.
- Choose the number of tasks and the difficulty yourself
- With an answer sheet and, if you like, a QR code to the answers
- At three levels (★ to ★★★) and as group A and B
- As a single worksheet or as a task on a mixed worksheet
Word problems: explained simply
A word problem describes a situation. Work out what is being asked, then turn the situation into a suitable calculation.
How to work it out
- Read the question carefully and select the information you actually need.
- Think about what happens: combining, taking away, making equal groups or sharing. Use matching units and write a sentence answering the question.
An example, step by step
Mia buys 3 notebooks at €2 each. She pays with €10. How much change does she get?
- First find the total price: 3 · €2 = €6.
- Then find the change: €10 − €6 = €4.
- Answer: Mia gets €4 change. Check: €6 + €4 = €10.
Understand other variations
Find a question or an unnecessary detail
If the question is missing, make one that the given information can answer. A detail such as Mia's age is not needed for the notebook price. For measurements and decimals, check the units too.
Your turn
12 apples are shared equally among 3 baskets. How many are in each basket?
Show the answer and method
12 : 3 = 4. Each basket contains 4 apples.
Ready-made worksheets: Word problems
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