Life Skills Math | Math at Work | Careers | Math Word Problems | Basic Operations | Addition | Subtraction | Multiplication | Division | Measurement | Money | Elapsed Time | Decimals | Calculating Pay. Math plays a vital role in our lives... every single day. In fact it is so common, that sometimes we don't even realize we are "doing math!" These practical lessons are sure to help students master everyday math skills and help them understand "Why" this math is so important...

REALISTIC MATH LESSONS:

Students learn about 28 different jobs ranging from air traffic controller to zookeeper! Realistic scenarios challenge students to solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division word problems pertaining to each career. Simple decimal and money computations are also required in some of the exercises. These realistic lessons are the perfect way to build students’ math skills and help them gain a true appreciation for math in everyday living. A real, practical application of math!

PROBLEM SOLVING:

While honing math skills, students will enhance their abilities to comprehend, think logically, and make orderly decisions as they complete these lessons.

LESSONS INCLUDE:

• Calculating Measurements
• Calculating Elapsed Time
• Earning Money
• Spending Money
• Calculating Pay
• Determining Costs
• Buying Items
• Selling Items
• Mixed Practice: (all 4 operations math word problems)
• Using Charts
• and much more!

CAREERS INCLUDE:

• Air Traffic Controller
• Chef
• TV Production Assistant
• Zookeeper
• Detective
• Jockey
• Orchestra Conductor
• Air Force Pilot
• Assembly-Line Worker
• Newspaper Editor
• Photographer
• Radio Talk-Show Host
• Office Worker
• Book Publisher
• Caterer
• Hotel Manager
• Carpenter
• Florist
• Actress
• Taxi Driver
• Bank Teller
• Auto Mechanic
• Computer Programmer
• Mail Carrier
• Architect
• Blogger
• and more!

Reading Level: 3-4

Interest Level: 4-12

Page Count: 33