January can be a tricky time for math instruction. Students are coming off winter break, routines need rebuilding, and let’s be honest… you’ve got enough on your plate without reinventing your math block.
That’s why I created these no-prep math practice packets—each one packed with 7 scaffolded activities that support multiple learning styles, offer built-in differentiation, and give your students the review they need without overwhelming them (or you).
Whether you’re reviewing division with upper elementary students or diving into exponents and square roots with middle schoolers, these packets are ready when you are.
Why January Is Prime Time for Intentional Review
Post-break review doesn’t have to be a repeat of what’s already been taught—it can be a strategic reset that:
- Rebuilds confidence with core concepts
- Reinforces problem-solving stamina
- Provides structure without monotony
- Highlights gaps before testing season sneaks up
But the key? Variety. Students are more likely to engage with review when it’s hands-on, visual, and just challenging enough.
That’s exactly what these packets were designed to do.
What’s Inside the Packets?
Each grade-band packet includes 7 different activities—a blend of formats to meet students where they are (and stretch them a little, too).
✅ Maze-style practice
✅ Word problems
✅ Visual puzzles
✅ Cut-and-paste sort tasks
✅ Scaffolded computation
✅ Real-world application
✅ Independent tasks and partner-friendly options
Let’s break it down by grade level:
📘 For Grades 4–5: Division Practice Packet
Division can be a major hurdle if students haven’t locked in multi-digit strategies—and January is the perfect time to reinforce them.
This packet includes:
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Long division with and without remainders
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Dividing with area models
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Word problems
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Visual scaffolds for students still building fluency
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Extension tasks for students who need a challenge
👉 Check out the Division Practice Packet here
📗 For Grades 6–8: Exponents & Square Roots Packet
If you’re working on rational numbers, exponent rules, or square root estimation, this packet offers a perfect blend of concept building and practice.
What’s included:
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Basic exponent rules
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Evaluating square roots
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Real-world word problems
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Graphic organizers + visual models
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Independent and collaborative tasks
👉 Check out the Exponents & Square Roots Packet here
How to Use These in Your Classroom
These packets are flexible enough to use for:
- Spiral review
- Math centers
- Small groups
- Sub plans
- Test prep warmups
- Homework (without complaints!)
And because each activity supports a different type of learner, you can easily assign tasks based on student readiness, learning preference, or interest.
Make January Math Easier
If you’re ready to make your January math plans simpler, more effective, and zero prep, grab the packet that matches your grade level:
✨ 7 ready-to-use activities per packet
✨ Built-in variety and differentiation
✨ Zero stress. All progress.
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