This book is a relatively fun way to give students extra practice in solving a variety of word problems. It uses cute graphics on each page, and the problems will feel relevant to students. The half page workbook size will make it feel less daunting, though the smaller size limits the amount of room for students to solve problems and they may need scrap paper to re-write problems. The workbook does not explain concepts or provide detailed answers, so students who need explanations and not just extra practice will definitely need support.

• Provides sufficient and varied types of practice problems to maximize understanding and generalization of the targeted skill/concept
• Manufacturer claims alignment with Common Core/Known Standards
• Presents educational concepts accurately
• Explains answers so students can learn from mistakes
• Better for teaching the skill to new or struggling learners
• Better for practicing or refreshing the skill
• Skills are practiced through authentic, meaningful problems (not just rote practice)

• Appropriate for a broad age range to use and enjoy
• Subject matter and problems are relevant, interesting and authentic to students
• Includes reward stickers
• Visually stimulating and appealing (uses student-centered pictures, colors, and themes)
• Graphics and overall feel of the workbook is appropriate for the target age range
• Relative to most workbooks, fun to use from a child's perspective
• Offers ongoing, progressive challenge
• Overall - Enjoyable. Given the option, students would choose this option

• Provides teaching guidance for adults to support the child and set appropriate goals
• Student should be able to use independently after first use
• Specific topics/lessons are easy to find
• Presents information in multiple formats (voice over, pictures and text, etc.)
• Overall - Easy to use

• Abstract Reasoning
• Directions may be confusing for students using independently
• Word problems assume additional knowledge (conversion factors, formulas, symbols, etc.)
• Fine Motor Skills
• Student will need to copy or write multi-digit math problems
• Provides insufficient space or lines for answers
• General Information
• Word problems assume additional knowledge (conversion factors, formulas, symbols, etc.)
• Assumes specific knowledge or vocabulary without "look-up" options
• Numerical Fluency
• Student will need to copy or write multi-digit math problems
• Word problems assume additional knowledge (conversion factors, formulas, symbols, etc.)
• Organization
• Directions may be confusing for students using independently
• Spatial Perception
• Student will need to copy or write multi-digit math problems
• Provides insufficient space or lines for answers
• Working Memory
• Directions may be confusing for students using independently
• Student will need to copy or write multi-digit math problems