Grade 1 December Word Problems | CUBES Math Intervention

❄️ Looking for structured December word problems with built-in intervention support for Grade 1?

This Grade 1 December Word Problems resource includes daily scaffolded math word problems that give students the opportunity to apply their learning in real-world math situations. Designed for special education, RTI, small group instruction, and math intervention, these problems include the CUBES strategy with built-in scaffolds to support students who struggle with breaking down word problems and identifying the key information and correct operation.

Winter and holiday-themed scenarios — including problems related to Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, and seasonal activities — help keep first graders engaged while reinforcing foundational problem-solving skills in a predictable, accessible format.

📘 What’s Included:

✔️ 25 pages of December word problems
✔️ Two problems per page (50 total word problems!)
✔️ CUBES strategy embedded on every student page
✔️ Built-in scaffolds to support problem analysis
✔️ Answer key included for quick and easy grading

🎯 Math Skills Addressed:

• Addition within 20
• Subtraction within 20
• Early word problem strategies
• Applying math to holiday and winter contexts
• Problem solving using the CUBES strategy

(Aligned to Grade 1 Common Core math standards)

👩🏫 Ways to Use This Resource:

◼️ Daily warm-ups
◼️ Morning work
◼️ Word problem centers
◼️ Independent practice
◼️ Homework
◼️ Small group or intervention instruction
◼️ RTI / special education support

⭐ 5 Benefits of These Word Problems:

► No prep — just print and go
► CUBES strategy built in to support student independence
► Aligned to Common Core standards
► Consistent format helps establish predictable routines
► Flexible use for whole group, small group, intervention, or tutoring

🎯 Perfect For:

✔️ First grade classrooms
✔️ Special education teachers
✔️ Math interventionists
✔️ RTI / Tier 2 & Tier 3 instruction
✔️ Resource rooms and inclusion support
✔️ Students who need extra practice with problem solving