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The Grass Strategy – Effectively Developing Thorough Math Answers

 Students often need support with solving word problems in math class. Use the GRASS strategy to help them solve their math questions completely.

 

Before I implemented the GRASS strategy for problem-solving in math in my classroom, I was getting incomplete answers. Now that my students have a structure to follow, their answers are more detailed and focused.

 

Students often need support with solving word problems in math class. Use the GRASS method to help them solve their math questions completely and with detail from the 2 Peas and a Dog blog.

 

GRASS Strategy for Math Problem-Solving

GRASS is an acronym that stands for Given, Required, Application, Solution, and Statement.
  • Given – What information are you given in the word problem? I have students rewrite the information in their notebooks or GRASS sheet. Students accommodated or modified as per their I.E.P. can highlight the given information in one colour.
  • Required – What information are you required to find out once you solve this problem?
  • Application – What strategy will you use to solve this problem? (e.g. models, manipulatives, formulas, equations, etc.)
  • Solution – Solve this problem using the chosen strategy.
  • Statement – Sum up your findings in a final statement.

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