Math Key Charts are anchor charts and reference tools for elementary kids! These educational materials organize math vocabulary by operation—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—so students can easily reference the terms they’ll encounter in word problems and math discussions. Students who struggle with word problem answers often lack familiarity with key mathematical terms, making these reference tools invaluable for building both vocabulary knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Math Key Words Chart
Teachers can display these math vocabulary posters prominently in the classroom as constant visual references, allowing students to identify operation clues in word problems independently. Point out specific vocabulary terms while modeling problem-solving strategies, reinforcing the connection between mathematical language and computational thinking. Don’t miss out on our Interactive Math Curriculum, which is full of hands-on and fun math activities.
Addition Math Chart
Our free anchor chart for addition describes the process of combining numbers to form a larger number, using keywords such as plus, add, total, sum, and altogether. It uses colorful stars to show 4 + 3 = 7 and includes a tip that addition makes numbers grow.
Subtraction Math Chart
This poster defines subtraction as taking away to find what’s left with vocabulary including minus, take away, difference, fewer, and less. A visual subtracton problem shows 8 – 5 = 3 using stars and provides two ways to read the equation, with a tip about finding differences.
Multiplication Math Chart
This math anchor chart defines multiplication as repeated addition or equal groups and includes key vocabulary like product, times, double, triple, and groups of. Visual stars demonstrate 3 × 4 = 12.
Division Math Chart
This chart explains division to students with vocabulary like divide, split, shared equally, each, per, and quotient. Demonstrates 12 ÷ 3 = 4 using stars arranged in groups and shows alternative ways to express division problems.
Math Operations Key Words Chart
These printable posters are excellent visual references for students to understand numbers when learning the four operations. Common mistakes students make with math vocabulary include misinterpreting product as addition rather than multiplication and overlooking subtle language cues like how many more versus how many altogether. Teachers can use these charts to help kids understand and build math skills.
Addition Math Key Poster
This colorful addition anchor chart introduces Sammy the Sum with key addition vocabulary like total, sum, plus, and altogether. It shows students a visual word problem using jewels in a treasure chest to demonstrate 2 + 3 = 5.
Subtraction Math Key Poster
Linus the Minus is a visual poster representing subtraction vocabulary including the words minus, take away, difference, and fewer. Demonstrates 5 cookies – 2 cookies = 3 cookies with visual examples.
Multiplication Math Key Poster
Tina the Times focuses on multiplication keywords like times, groups of, product, and double. It uses a gumball machine example showing 2 machines × 5 gumballs = 10 total gumballs.
Divide Math Key Poster
Diva the Divide teaches division vocabulary, including divide, split, shared equally, and quotient. Shows 8 crayons shared among 4 friends with visual blocks and real-world context.
Math Key Words Anchor Chart Free
These keyword posters are designed to help reinforce the mathematical concepts of the four operations—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Struggling students can focus on building foundational language skills alongside computational practice. Each poster is color coded to the rest of the posters in this set.
Math Key Words Poster
The ultimate classroom poster organizing all four operations with color-coding for easy navigation. Arranges vocabulary in neat columns for quick scanning during independent work.
Math Vocabulary Chart
Comprehensive reference chart organizing all four operations into color-coded sections with vocabulary words in easy-to-read columns. Perfect for bulletin boards and quick student reference during independent problem-solving.
Math Key Words Poster
Covers all mathematical terms (+, -, ×, ÷) with color-coding and multiple vocabulary words students may encounter in word problems. Use this poster with our subtraction, addition, and multiplication word problem worksheets!
Math Key Words Anchor Chart
Each operation gets its own detailed key word section with clear visual examples using arrows. Each operation is color coded to the rest of the posters.
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