January 2007, Vol. 13, Issue 5
The Answer Is 20 Cookies. What Is the Question?
Angela Barlow, Janie Cates
A task that engages students in the process of creating word problems. Difficulties in having students write problems are described, along with strategies for overcoming these difficulties. Student work and teacher reactions are included.
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