This Kidspiration template can be used in the elementary classroom to help students solve word or story problems in mathematics. By breaking down problems into simple steps and representing each step visually, students can solve confusing problems with confidence. The template can easily be adapted for word problems of greater or lesser complexity. Students can use the template to write, share and solve their own word problems.

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