6th Grade Order of Operations Worksheet

Introducing our new worksheet designed to help students master the challenging concept of evaluating expressions by using their understanding of order of operations. This worksheet features a total of 10 problems, including 8 standard practice problems and 2 word problems where students will evaluate numerical expressions with multiple operations, groupings, and exponents.

The 8 standard practice problems are designed to help students understand the complex rules of exponents, parentheses, and the order in which operations are performed. 

The 2 word problems, on the other hand, are designed to help students apply what they have learned to real-world situations. These problems will challenge students to think critically and to use their knowledge of expressions to solve practical problems. 

An answer key is included with your download to make grading fast and easy! 

Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding 

If there are students looking for an additional challenge, encourage them to create their own numerical expressions to solve on the back of their paper.

For students who may need additional support, provide a multiplication chart for them to use to help with basic math facts. Additionally, this worksheet can be completed with the help of a peer tutor or with a teacher.

Easily Download & Print

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource. 

Because this resource includes an answer sheet, we recommend you print one copy of the entire file. Then, make photocopies of the blank worksheet for students to complete. 

Turn this teaching resource into a sustainable activity by printing on cardstock and slipping it into a dry-erase sleeve. Students can record their answers with a whiteboard marker, then erase and reuse them. 

Additionally, project the worksheet onto a screen and work through it as a class by having students record their answers in their notebooks. 

This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a teacher in Colorado and a Teach Starter Collaborator. 

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Understanding Exponents – Task Cards

Practice rewriting, comparing, and evaluating expressions with exponents with this set of task cards.