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Word Problems Worksheets turn everyday moments into math adventures—helping kids practice problem-solving in fun, relatable ways!

Malak Abdelghaffar avatar
Written by Malak Abdelghaffar
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Math doesn’t just live in a textbook, it lives in the world around us! That’s where Word Problems Worksheets step in! They help kiddos connect numbers to real-life situations, making math feel less like memorization and more like solving a mystery. Whether it’s cookies, cars, or balloons, kids get to flex their problem-solving skills while having fun.

Why Word Problems Worksheets?

🍪 Real-life math: Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division through everyday scenarios kids understand.
🧠 Critical thinking boost: Go beyond numbers—these worksheets encourage kids to reason, plan, and solve step by step.
🌍 Relevance: Show children how math pops up in the world they live in, from sharing toys to buying snacks.


Step 1: Choose Your Focus 🎯

What kind of math challenge do you want your kiddo to explore?

  • Type it in: Write your own topic (e.g., “adding with money” or “fractions at lunchtime”).

  • Browse inspiration: See our sample topics like quadratic functions, fractions and decimals or addition and subtraction.

  • Jump in with templates: Not sure where to start? Select a pre-made worksheet and get going instantly.


Step 2: Cast Your Hero ✨

Bring a familiar face into the story so math feels personal!

  • Enter child details: Add a few traits like age or favorite hair color for a personalized character.

  • Upload a photo: See your child's character come to life from their own photo.

  • Let Nookly surprise you: Get a random hero if you’re feeling spontaneous.

Already saved profiles? Just pick one and watch them dive into the math adventure!


Step 3: Customize Your Worksheet 🛠️

Now tailor the word problems to your learner’s needs:

  • Problem count: Choose between 3 and 25 questions.

  • Grade level: Align to Pre-K through 6th grade.

  • Reading level: From early reader to advanced reader.

  • Worksheet type:


    👉 Text Only – Clear, straightforward math problems.
    👉 Text + Images – Add visuals so kids can picture the problem as they solve.

  • Other details: Add specifics like “only with fruit examples” or “word problems about pets.”


Step 4: Edit & Review ✏️

You’ll see a draft list of word problems generated just for your kiddo.

  • Edit text: Adjust the wording to make it easier or more challenging.

  • Rearrange or delete: Remove any that don’t fit or reorder for flow.

👉 For more tips on editing your draft's language, check out this guide!


Step 5: Solve & Share 🎉

Your worksheet is ready—time to tackle those problems!

  • Print it out: Let kids circle, underline, and write their answers by hand.

  • Use images: Pair objects (like apples or toys) with the questions for extra support.

  • Challenge mode: Stick to text-only for older learners who need a stretch.

And don’t forget to share! 💌 Teachers, family, and friends will love seeing the awesome worksheets you’ve created!

To print out your word problems worksheet, simply click on "share" then "download." This will generate a PDF for you to print and go! 🎉

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