20 Grade 5-7 Math Journal Prompts: Problem Solving with Assessment Rubric

Are you looking for some new math journal prompts for your intermediate math program? Encourage your grade 5-7 math students to clearly explain their ideas about concepts (like ratio, area, and algebra) in complete sentences using appropriate vocabulary and relevant diagrams. These open-ended questions require students to explain how they figured out their answers or to judge options using their mathematic understanding. They are a great way to practice problem solving and critical thinking and assess your students' true understanding of topics taught.

This bundle includes 20 journal entry prompts so you can use two a month for the entire school year. You and your students can track their progress and development.

A rubric (assessing the process, vocabulary, completeness, and visual) for easy marking is also included!

This could be a fantastic addition to your math program for the new school year!

Topics covered:

- fractions and percent

- probability and data collection

- geometry

- pre-algebra

- place value

- factors and ratios