Get paper, pencils, colored pencils, and additional materials such manipulatives, ruler, and protractor
Read the directions
If needed, review the example problems from the teacher, my notes, or book
While I Solve:
Read the problem twice. If needed, draw a picture to visualize the problem using ruler and graph paper
Clearly label my picture with numbers and units
If I'm stuck, talk through or describe the problem out loud
Write down my equation before I solve
Show my work so I can check it later
Circle any problem I am unsure of so I can re-solve it at the end. Don't let myself get stuck on any one problem, move on, and try again later
After I Finish:
Go back to any problem where I was unsure and re-solve. Avoid looking at what I did the first time through. If I'm still unsure, ask for help or circle to discuss with my teacher
Check my answers to make sure they are complete and make sense
Test how well I understand the concept by trying to explain why my strategy makes sense