Your students will learn the concept of the word problem, how to understand what a word problem is asking mathematically, and how to translate a word problem into a mathematical equation. This set of worksheets includes problems that require all four basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). Problems range from the very basic, introductory level, to the intermediate level. This set of worksheets contains step-by-step solutions to sample problems, both simple and more complex problems, a number puzzle worksheet, a review, and a quiz. It also includes twelve themed worksheets which will allow students to solve simple, real-world problems by setting up and solving equations. When finished with this set of worksheets, students will be able to translate basic word problems into mathematical equations and solve the equations.

These worksheets explain how to set up and solve basic word problems. Sample problems are solved and practice problems are provided.